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New events being added to schedule for Days of 1910
The schedule of events for Timber Lake’s Days of 1910 Celebration (July 25-28) keeps growing.A schedule was printed in theWest River Summer issue on June 6 but has since undergone some changes.Here are some new events:• Music by Frankie Thompson at the Days of 1910 tent at 4:30 on Thursday, before the free supper, which is hosted by the Timber Lake Rodeo Association and Western Dakota Bank.•…
LOOKING BACK
News from past issues of the Timber Lake and Isabel newspapersIsabel Dakotan July 2, 1914A tornado formed north of S.J. Stapert’s house six miles SE of town and traveled northward. Fred Todd’s shack was taken and the storm continued until it reached the Soper place. A house 20x24, a barn the same size and smaller house across the road were taken. Mrs. Abbott and daughter, seeing the storm coming,…
Gabe wins bull riding at Irene, gets PRCA competitors card
Chazz Gabe, a 2022 Timber Lake High School grad and one of the premier young bull riders in the South Dakota Rodeo Association today, celebrated getting his PRCA card last week by winning the bull riding event at the Irene Rodeo June 28-29.Gabe posted a 68 point ride, which was the only qualified spin of the night, to earn top money of $2,064.Also competing in Irene, Ridge Ward of Martin won the…
Meals on Wheels
Timber Lake and IsabelFor reservation or cancellation please call 605-848-1632, 24 hours in advance. Please call by Friday 4 p.m. if eating Monday.Monday, July 8: BBQ chicken, baked potato, peas, fresh fruit and bread. Tuesday, July 9: Taco salad w/meat and beans, cottage cheese and peaches.Wednesday, July 10: Pizza casserole, Italian vegetables, cooked apples, garlic bread, ice cream and…
James “Jim” O’Leary
Mass of Christian Burial for James “Jim” O’Leary, 30, of Timber Lake will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2024, at the Holy Cross Catholic Church in Timber Lake. Burial will be at the O’Leary Family Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. Friday with a prayer service at 7 p.m. at the church. Jim passed away Sunday, June 30, 2024 at the IHS Hospital in Eagle Butte. Kesling Funeral Home of Mobridge is in charge of arrangements.
Timber Lake School Board Agenda
Timber Lake School Board Wednesday, July 10, 2024, 7 p.m. Regular Meeting, Superintendent Office1. Call Meeting to order2. Pledge of Allegiance3. Conflict of Interest (SDCL)4. Conflict of Interest Disclosure5. Public Comment per SDCL1-25-16. Approve Agenda7. Approve the minutes of June 10,2024 Board of Education Meeting8. Approve financial reports-lunch, fiduciary funds A. Operating transfers-if…
Bridger mother and son convicted of second degree murder, assault
A mother and son from Bridger were convicted in federal district court on Friday, June 28, of murder and assault charges stemming from a May 2023 incident. The verdict followed a four-day jury trial in Pierre.Theodora Belt, 47, and Bailey Belt, 23, were convicted of seconddegree murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in bodily injury. Bailey Belt was convicted of an…
TRAIL CITY NEWS
This week, the area has been getting a mix of sunshine and moisture, with the rain making it difficult for farmers to finish haying.Tara Hintz is back home from Arizona and staying with her grandma, Judy Hintz, while she is here. On Thursday, Judy and Tara went to Bismarck to visit Tara’s sister, Tobi Hintz, and Judy’s brother, Jack Collins. Judy and Tara were also in Rapid City to celebrate Gary…
James "Jim" O'Leary | 1993 - 2024
Mass of Christian Burial for James “Jim” O’Leary, 30, of Timber Lake will be at 10 AM, Saturday, July 6, 2024, at the Holy Cross Catholic Church in Timber Lake. Burial will be at the O’Leary Family Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 5 PM Friday with a prayer service at 7 PM Friday at the church. Jim passed away Sunday, June 30, 2024 at the IHS Hospital in Eagle Butte. Kesling Funeral Home of Mobridge is in charge of arrangements.
Wakpala man sentenced for Assault Resulting in Substantial Bodily injury to an intimate partner
U.S District Judge Charles B. Kornmann has sentenced a Wakpala, South Dakota, man convicted of Assault Resulting in Substantial Bodily Injury to an Intimate Partner. Phillip Lewis Young Hawk, age 45, was sentenced to 60 months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, and ordered to pay a special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund in the amount of $100.
Pioneer of Native American legislation to be inducted into national Hall of Fame
On October 5, the National Native American Hall of Fame will recognize six outstanding individuals whose contributions to Indian Country have spanned disciplines such as government, law, journalism, education, advocacy, and the arts.Among the honorees is Franklin Ducheneaux, whose pivotal role in shaping landmark legislation has impacted Native American communities nationwide.Born on January 30,…
Trending Stories
At a special meeting on Monday, the Mobridge-Pollock School Board voted to approve using Bridgemark Insurance (EMC) as the school’s provider for property liability insurance. The decision to stay with the company was made after a presentation by Jesse Konold. “They’re both really similar proposals. I was thinking even if it’s a couple thousand dollars more, it is nice to […]
Crusaders earn 6-1 win over Stanley Co.
The Mobridge 16U Crusaders defeated Stanley County Post 20 6-1 in Fort Pierre on Sunday. Stanley County took a 1-0 lead in the first inning before the Crusaders took over with a four-run second inning. Kyson Good Shield got hit by a pitch and Wesley Arnott drew a walk. Bryson Andrews got the scoring going with an RBI single. A Tyrel Bleyle walk loaded the bases. A Michael Flaherty single scored one run and an Easton Eisemann walk scored another before a Trueth Crow Ghost walk sent Bleyle to the plate with the fourth run.
Teams earn titles at MYO softball, baseball tournaments
Mobridge Youth Organization had a successful two days, hosting the MYO Softball Tournament on Saturday and the MYO Baseball Tournament on Sunday. Both tournaments were held at the youth fields at Legion Memorial Park. One Mobridge team took home a tournament trophy. Mobridge #1 took first place in the 10U...
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Paxton receives SDAESP recognition
Timber Lake Elementary School Principal Danae Paxton was one of four principals from across the state nominated as the 2024 National Distinguished Principal for South Dakota honors recently at a conference in Deadwood.The South Dakota Association of Elementary School Principals (SDAESP) held its annual conference and among the highlights was the recognition of exceptional principals from across…
Anything Goes at 63rd season at Timber Lake Playhouse
MOUNT CARROLL – Timber Lake Playhouse (TLP) sets sail with the delightful, Tony Award-winning Anything Goes June 27 to July 7. This madcap musical comedy stars Broadway’s Heather Parcells as Reno Sweeney and Scott Cote as Moonface Martin in a hilarious shipboard romp wrapped in one of Cole Porter’s most magical scores.
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