Dear editor, Thanks to council concerns over speeding in town. It was a long time coming. Stop sign stops are almost non-existent as well. You need strong law enforcement to correct. Ticket 15 speeders and 15 stop sign violators and fine ‘em heavy — your problem will start to solve itself. Spending tax payers’ money on stop signs will do no good unless enforcement is tough, and it’s not. Save tax payers’ money and require efficiency of our police departments. Butch Rolf

Overall, this week’s report indicates that angling up and down the river is picking up, and hot spots for walleye, bass, and more species are producing. Something we’d like to highlight this week is the multi-generational opportunities and traditions being built on the Missouri River.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced eligible landowners have from June 1 until Aug. 31, 2026 to review and consider base acre increases on farms enrolled in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs, as authorized by provisions included in the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

The Territory of Dakota, with the exception of the portion drained by the Red River of the North and the Mouse River, was a part of the Louisiana Territory, acquired by the United States from France, by purchase, in 1803.

South Dakota’s legacy is rich. Our way of life was forged by resilient homesteaders, and we’ve become a beacon to the nation through the hard work and steadfast faith of our people. The first week of June brings “605 Day.” South Dakotans have embraced June 5 (6/05) as a chance to celebrate our beautiful state and remind everyone that fresh air and freedom can be found in our single area code.

R ecords Jentry Gregg, 21, Carter, SD, fail to maintain financial responsibility, disposition: dismissed-motion by court (including for no probable cause), plea: no plea entered. Mateo Monroy Durango, 28, Clifton, NJ, speeding on state highway, fine $39.00, court costs $50.00, surcharges $28.50.