Weekly Column: Innovation over Regulation
Old-Representative Kristi Noem February 12, 2016 0
Just when many of us were starting to feel the relief of lower gas prices, President Obama put forward a plan to increase the price at the pump by about 25 cents per gallon. Obviously, he does not recognize that many people are just trying to keep their heads... Read more
Bernard “Briskey” Flones
Obituaries February 12, 2016 0
Mundwiler Funeral Home announces the death of Bernard “Briskey” Flones, age 91, of rural Ortley, SD, who died Thursday, February 11, 2016, at his home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home in Milbank, SD, with Rev. Mark Chapman... Read more
Orville Seaboy
Obituaries February 12, 2016 0
Orville Seaboy, age 80, of Summit, SD, died Friday, February 12, 2016, at his home. A prayer service will be held on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home in Milbank with visitation beginning at 5:00 p.m. Rev. Marion Paulis will officiate. An all night... Read more
Working To Increase Teacher Pay
Old Governor Dennis Daugaard February 12, 2016 0
This week, the legislative session reached its half-way point. Legislators are working hard as they consider bills on a wide range of topics. Education funding is a major topic of discussion this year. At the beginning of session, I offered a plan to increase teacher pay and to reform the school... Read more
Week 5 Update
Old Jason Frerichs February 11, 2016 0
Activity focused on legislation affecting all citizens of South Dakota is alive and well in your State Capitol. I am proud that my fellow Senators gave enough support to pass SB 58 which is a bill I introduced to expand the use of night vision for predator control. We... Read more
Suzanne Dawson Nelson
Obituaries February 10, 2016 0
Suzanne Dawson Nelson, age 87, of Ortonville, died on Tuesday, February 9, 2016, at Northridge Residence. Services will be held on Tuesday, February 16, at 10:30 a.m. at Abiding Faith Lutheran Church in Ortonville. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services at the church. Rev. Richard Larson... Read more
Rounds Stands Up For South Dakota Businesses on Senate Floor
Old Senator Mike Rounds February 10, 2016 0
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) today spoke on the Senate floor in opposition to the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act, commonly called the Customs Conference Report, because it includes Internet Tax Freedom Act (ITFA) language without the Marketplace Fairness Act (MFA) attached. ITFA would put in place a... Read more
Grant-Deuel School To Close Doors
Local News February 10, 2016
On Tuesday, February 9, the Grant-Deuel School Board of Education voted unanimously to begin the process to close the doors. The board’s vote will start the procedure to dissolve the district at the end of the 2016-2017 school year in accordance with SDCL 13-6-10. Board chairperson, Jon Wold, explained to the board and community members the... Read more
Middle School Students to Perform Afternoon Concert
Local News February 10, 2016 0
The Milbank Middle School bands and choirs will present a mid-winter concert Thursday, February 11, at 2 p.m. in the Milbank High School theatre. The concert will feature “Themes from Star Wars Episode III” arranged by John Williams, “Our Principal’s a Pirate” by Mark Burrows, “What Makes You Beautiful” arranged... Read more
Ellen Jurgens
Obituaries February 9, 2016 0
Ellen Jurgens, age 98, of Wilmot, SD, died Monday, February 8, 2016, at the Wilmot Care Center. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 12, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home in Milbank with Rev. Keith Bicknase officiating. Burial will follow in the Garfield Lutheran Cemetery.... Read more
