Utility rate hike talks set for Nov. 24

PIERRE — The city commission gave first reading Tuesday to ordinances that would increase all utility rates by $10.54 per month for the average resident in 2010.

Smoking-ban referendum goes to court Thursday

PIERRE — The main event starts Thursday morning in South Dakota’s courtroom battle over whether the expanded smoking ban passed by the Legislature earlier this year will become an election battle next year.

Winnie the Pooh stars at Rawlins storytime

PIERRE — The 10 young children who showed up to Rawlins Library’s weekly storytime event Tuesday were treated to a special treat — a visit from Winnie the Pooh.

State expands eligibility for vaccine

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Area youth, Ted Turner revive Murdo theater

MURDO — Standing outside Murdo’s new Turner Community Center — once the town’s movie theater — Ted Turner couldn’t help draw a distinction between Wednesday’s scenario and that from a classic film.

Stanley County students set to see a la carte on lunch menu

FORT PIERRE — Each day, Stanley County freshman Cody Ames, 14, eats lunch at the school’s cafeteria. Ames likes the lunch — but is sometimes left wanting more.

Heggelund named head of Boys & Girls Club

PIERRE — When he was growing up, Heath Heggelund often felt alone and neglected.

Tony Dean Memorial in sight of fundraising goal

PIERRE — Less than $10,000 away from turning $100,000 into $500,000, those with the Tony Dean’s Acres Memorial are hoping supporters will give the effort a final push in a December celebrity hunt and Ramkota banquet.

Dec. 31 is deadline to apply for Susan G. Komen funds

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Deer meat available from city of Pierre

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State-Tribal Relations Committee to meet Thursday

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Doomsday movie not based in science, experts agree

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Learning the Lego way

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Judge rules smoking ban can go to vote

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GFP finalizes fishing,hunting regulations

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Practicing school safety

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Thune urges colleagues to protect giving tax deduction

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REAL PEOPLE: Longtime area builder retires tools

PIERRE — From homes to buildings to one of the largest structures in the region — Oahe Dam — Harry Hasek has been a part of the construction.

Truck owned by Wham found; search continues

PIERRE — The truck belonging to a missing 65-year old Pierre man was found Thursday but the search for Robert Wham continues.

Pancake feed for Pierre food bank set Nov. 21

PIERRE — A date and place have been named for the first fundraising event for a Pierre food bank.

Smoking ban on hold until public vote

PIERRE — South Dakota’s new smoking ban will remain on hold until voters decide its fate next November.

Fort Pierre votes on rural water deal

FORT PIERRE — Fort Pierre residents get to choose Tuesday whether they want to spend more money for higher quality water.

River Cities Transit sees record year

PIERRE — With ridership at an all-time high and the recent acquisition of management of two other transit systems, River Cities Transit executive director Ron Baumgart has things moving in the fast lane.

DOT sends reminder of correct snow removal

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Value of state’s trust funds up

PIERRE — The market values of the money invested in two of state government’s trust funds are up. Now the waiting begins.

Wyoming man offering $1,500 reward for information on dog

PIERRE — Months after his beloved Chesapeake Bay Retriever was found dead in Hughes County, Mac Mackaben had given up hunting, was getting ready to sell his guns and had sworn off South Dakota.

Body of missing Pierre man discovered in Missouri River

PIERRE — The body of Robert Wham, 65, of Pierre, was found at approximately 12:35 p.m. Monday in the Missouri River, said Stanley County Sheriff Brad Rathbun.

Judge revokes Dahl’s bond following arrest

FORT PIERRE — Fort Pierre resident Flint Dahl, facing criminal charges in three different cases that include the alleged abuse of a horse, is in prison for violating the terms of his bond after an arrest last week.

County optimistic jail will be completed on budget

PIERRE — As the new Hughes County Jail nears completion, county officials are hoping the price is right for the finished project.

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