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Reminder: Meade County IT Office Closure on Memorial Day, May 27th
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, MAY 27TH, 2024, IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY. We take this day to honor the memory of service members and their families who have sacrificed to protect our freedom. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 28th, 2024.Visit here for more details.
🚧 Roadwork Alert: Bridge Replacements Scheduled for Meade County, South Dakota
The time displayed is local to the original X account in South Dakota, USA. Residents of Meade County are hereby informed that starting Monday, May 20, 2024, significant roadwork is set to commence on two key bridges in the area. Pine Creek Road will undergo construction over Pine Creek, and Whitetail Drive will be under renovation over Beaver Dam Creek. Both bridges are to be replaced with box culverts in an effort to improve local infrastructure.The construction project has a planned completion date of Friday, October 25, 2024. Travelers and residents should prepare for potential detours and traffic delays due to these scheduled improvements. They are encouraged to plan their routes accordingly to avoid construction-related disruptions during this period.
Upcoming Meade County Ethics Board Meeting on May 13: Key Agendas and Complaint Review
The Meade County Ethics Board has scheduled its next meeting for Monday, May 13, 2024, at 6:00 PM EDT. The meeting will take place at the Meade County Courthouse, chaired by Patrick Hoke. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the previous meeting on April 22, 2024, and finalizing the legal counsel rates set by the Fiscal Court, capped at $150.00 per hour and not exceeding $1,500.00 in total. The board will also review Complaint 24-E-0318 in a Closed Session to decide on its preliminary investigation outcomes. They will determine whether to dismiss the complaint or move to a hearing. Additionally, the board will set the date for their next monthly meeting before adjourning.'Visit here for more details.
Did Stephen King Claim Trump Harmed a Dog?
Yes, Stephen King suggested that former president Donald Trump might boost his approval ratings by killing a dog. Here are the main points: - Stephen King commented that Donald Trump could become more popular if he killed a dog, noting that Trump has maintained support despite other controversies. - The comment attracted significant attention, with over half a million views and more than 1,000 likes, showing public interest in the topic. - People had mixed reactions to King's statement, with some agreeing and others upset by the notion of a politician taking such drastic actions. - King's remarks were made in the context of South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, who faced criticism for a social media post about shooting her dog. King's speculative comment highlights the polarized political environment and the public's interest in controversial figures like Donald Trump.
Join Our Local Response Team: Meade County Seeking Full-Time 911 Communications Training Officer
Meade County E-911 is hiring a full-time 911 Communications Training Officer (CTO). Candidates should submit their resumes or apply in person at the Meade County Finance Office. Applications must be received by 4:00 PM on May 17, 2024. While internal candidates will be prioritized, all applicants are required to pass drug testing and a background check. Meade County is committed to equal employment opportunities. For more information, contact the Meade County E911 office.'Visit here for more details.
Important Update for Meade County Residents: How to Text 911 in Emergencies
Meade County 911: Here’s another “911 TeleWeek” Did you know??? Did you know that if you are not able to call 911 in Meade County, then you can text 911? It’s called Text-to-911. To text, you only need to enter the number, 911, into your phone number field on your text message and then type your emergency. If it all possible, start out by stating your location. Please remember….Call when you can, text if can’t.Visit here for more details.
Cheyenne River Youth Project purchases land near Bear Butte
Native-led project buys 40 acres of land near site in South Dakota sacred to Lakota. A 35-year-old, Native-led nonprofit organization is taking steps toward reuniting youth with sacred sites. On April 11, the Cheyenne River Youth Project announced that it had purchased 40 acres of land adjacent to Bear Butte...
Meade County Flags Lowered in Tribute to Beloved Firefighter, Sergeant Richard Givan
Meade County Judge Executive, Troy D. Kok, has ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff in memory of Sergeant Richard Givan. Givan was a firefighter who served the community with dedication. The order is a tribute to his service.
Meade County Board of Elections to Inspect Voting Machines on April 23, 2024
The Meade County Board of Elections will meet at the Meade County Election Building on April 23, 2024 at 9:00 AM EDT to inspect the Absentee and Early voting machines to determine they are properly set by law. KRS 117.165Visit here for more details.
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