Highway workers say raise is unfair

FORT PIERRE — Last week, the Stanley County Commission heard county courthouse workers complain they felt underpaid and under-appreciated — and gave them an extra 25 cents per hour raise.

Cancer society to get its day in court

PIERRE — The American Cancer Society won another battle Tuesday in its campaign to reduce the number of places where people can legally smoke tobacco in South Dakota.

Pierre, Fort Pierre apply for Preserve America Community title

FORT PIERRE — Jason Haug is the first to admit that a city being named a Preserve America Community isn’t the most glamorous award.

City approves reorganization of Pierre Police Department

PIERRE — The city commission approved reorganization of the Pierre Police Department on Tuesday.

2 sentenced in Izaak Walton League building break-in

PIERRE — Two men were sentenced Tuesday for their roles in a June break-in of the Izaak Walton League building.

New route, same dust

FORT PIERRE — Last month, the Stanley County Commission heard complaints from a Verendrye Drive resident about dust kicked up by passing gravel trucks. Those trucks are now taking a different route — and a new group of homeowners are upset about the traffic.

Humane Society shelter asks friends of felines for assistance

PIERRE — The arrival of 15 cats at the area humane society in September crowded its capacity. Now, the no-kill shelter is asking friends of felines for a little help. 

PUC to hold oil pipeline hearing Nov. 2

PIERRE — Dakota Rural Action received another extension on Tuesday to file advance testimony before a hearing for a proposed oil pipeline, but the state Public Utilities Commission unanimously decided the permit hearing will start Nov. 2, as originally scheduled.

Strolling to school

PIERRE — It was the first day all week with no rain — perfect for Taryn Senger and more than 250 of her Washington Elementary classmates to get some early morning exercise.

GFP seeks simpler fishing regs

LEMMON — The state Game, Fish and Parks Commission proposed Thursday changing the size restrictions and creel limits for bass, walleye, sauger, northern pike and perch on dozens of South Dakota waters.

Gardens to grow again

PIERRE — The community garden program, left fallow this year, is set to take root in a new spot next year.

Fort Pierre residents to vote on rural water deal

FORT PIERRE — The city of Fort Pierre’s deal to purchase more expensive rural water isn’t out of the woods yet.

State’s jobless fund on path to $24 million deficit

PIERRE — South Dakota’s unemployment fund is on a path to be $24 million in the hole by the end of December.

Rounds: SD submits first quarterly stimulus report

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Ag loan mediation resources available

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H1N1 vaccine continues to arrive into SD; high risk groups first in line

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Building a warmer place to practice

PIERRE — The footings, framing and roof are completed. Now, the Izaak Walton League’s newest construction project is almost ready for siding.

Real People: Love encourages others to recognize domestic violence

PIERRE — Domestic Violence Awareness Month for Holly Love was once of little significance. Now the sister of Tami Reay, who was murdered by her husband, Brad Reay, in Pierre in 2006, said the month and the issue are rarely far from her mind.

City weighs weather, projects

PIERRE — In Brad Palmer’s time with the city, this month has been one for the books.

Panel to study state jobless insurance

PIERRE — It’s rare for a legislator to attend a meeting of the state Unemployment Insurance Advisory Council. But the unemployment fund has never before faced a $24 million deficit. So when not one but two lawmakers — from opposite political parties — showed up at the council’s meeting Thursday and delivered similar messages, council members gave their full attention.

Police warn of local prank caller

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Man found dead in Terrace Motel in Pierre

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Stanley County considering offer to lock in gasoline prices

FORT PIERRE — High summer gas prices can hurt any summer budget — and especially that of a big gas consumer like Stanley County.

West Nile epidemic dwindling

PIERRE — No one goes so far as to declare West Nile virus no longer poses a public health threat in South Dakota.

Legislative intership pplications due Oct. 15

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City grants Hillsview $500,000 facility loan

PIERRE — Nearly a week after the city commission authorized a $500,000 loan for renovation of the golf clubhouse, those with the projects continue to take big swings for a new facility.

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