Reclaiming what’s hers

PIERRE — It wasn’t exactly business as usual in the state treasurer’s office Tuesday morning. Not when the recipient of unclaimed property is 102 years old.

City wraps up 2009 budget

PIERRE — The Pierre City Commission made deadline and finalized the 2009 budget at Tuesday’s meeting.

No serious injuries from 3-car accident

PIERRE — While no individuals were injured, a Tuesday afternoon traffic collision caused several thousand dollars of damage to the three vehicles involved.

Scam targets SD seniors

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Pictures worth 10,000 books at GMMS

PIERRE — Georgia Morse Middle School has reading on its mind and its walls.

A personal matter...

David Montgomery

Problem averted

PIERRE — A problem with new sewer line put in under Capitol Avenue meant ground had to be dug up. But it may have averted a bigger problem down the line, said city engineer John Childs. 

Taking a stand

PIERRE — The language has changed, but the fundamental debate remains the same.

Dykstra quizzed at gathering

PIERRE — Local residents interested in the state’s U.S. Senate race had the opportunity Thursday evening to quiz one candidate about his views of the important issues facing Pierre, South Dakota and the nation as a whole.

Safe at home

PIERRE — It was a weekend of dancing, free rides, fun activities, balloons and treats, but the point of all the whimsy is of a more serious nature — the danger of fire.

Rare cancer can’t stop unique local woman

PIERRE — Next Wednesday, Cassandra Pope hopes to attend a fundraiser in her honor. The next night she’ll likely be focusing on getting better.

Around the area

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Avon man named Ed. head

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Teens return from trip with a mission

PIERRE — A concern made public by city officials recently is one some teenagers in the area are also paying attention to.

Politicians speak out on issues

PIERRE — It’s a topic that can move persons on either side to tears or intense anger.

Krebs leaving governor’s office

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Filling a need

PIERRE — A cost to the city each year officials believe should still be met, Pierre’s waste management system continues to serve a portion of the community, benefiting those least able to pay for commercial garbage pick up.

Higher tax revenue eaten up by fuel costs

PIERRE — Property tax, sales tax and third-penny taxes may be up from this time last year, but city officials say they won’t be spent where they normally are.

Local saves 9 lives at a time

PIERRE — Debby Bouchie didn’t plan to save lives.  She was just helping her adult daughter, Lindy, with a job that needed to be done for the Pierre Area Humane Society.

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