Because of the debt which the State of South Dakota had, and the possibility of only limited funds in the immediate future, Governor Mellette in his address to the 1891 Legislature suggested a reduction in the membership of that body and the closing or consolidation of several of the state institutions of higher learning. He also considered the possibility of the counties being required to pay part of the expense of the penal and charitable institutions.

Donna Steppat, long-time administrator at Silver Threads, announced on Friday, November 5, 2021, that management changes are underway at Silver Threads. Jim and Dulce Frank, formerly of Burke, SD, will be assuming management of the facility upon returning to the area.

Chief Justice David Gilbertson did much to improve South Dakota’s legal system during his 19 years as head of the state’s supreme court. Although he is now retired, one of his visions is becoming a reality, ensuring that those working in the criminal justice system have access to the resources they need to help people with mental illness, regardless of where they live.

The Gregory County Board of Commissioners met at 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at the Gregory County Courthouse for a regular meeting. The neighbors are quiet Acting as a board of adjustment, they approved a conditional use application from James and Robin Baker to build a seven-unit commercial storage building in an ag district in the SE ¼ less cemetery in Section 30-95-67, Star Valley Township, as per the Planning and Zoning Board’s recommendation.

The Gregory Gorillas lost their quarterfinal game in the playoffs to Wall in a 20-34 effort. Wall got off to an early lead, scoring the first 19 points of the game before Rylan Peck connected with Owen Hansen in the third quarter for a Gorilla touchdown.

Tuesday Mixed League 10/26/21 Tee-Riffic Creations, 141-51; Old Pioneer, 132.5-59.5; Bailey Welding, 132-60; Argonauts, 118-74; Soesbes, 91-101; Eagle Star, 54.5-137.5; Streakers, 49-119; Outsiders, 38-154; HTG: Bailey Welding, 882; HTS: Soesbes, 2593; HIG: Mark Bailey, 257; Patty Connealy, 178; HIS: Jon Soesbe, 703; Patty Connealy, 428. Splits picked up by Greg Olson, 2-7-10; Augie Bortz, 3-10.