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Charlie Ryan on war, coming home and keeping the peace

By Carleen Wild Moody County Enterprise If you’re just meeting Charlie Ryan, you’ll likely encounter an older gentleman who appears fairly quiet, reserved, and calm as he buzzes …

Weighing options for old Fire Station amid Ambulance concerns

For years, the plan has been for the city of Flandreau to recoup some of the costs for its new fire station by selling the old one. Now that the new fire hall is complete, discussions have emerged …

Reduced Property Tax rate on some homes to end

Moody County homeowners benefiting from a reduced property tax rate due to their property’s agricultural status will soon lose that advantage on their homes. County Commissioners voted last …
Obituaries
Deloris A. Quissell, age 96
Deloris A. Quissell, age 96, of Pipestone, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at the Pipestone County Hospice House. Visitation will be Thursday, February 13, from 5:00 – 7:00 …
Jim Doyle, 73
James “Jim” Doyle, 73, of Flandreau, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025. A memorial mass will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Ss. Simon and Jude Catholic Church …
R. Lee Severtson, 65
Ronald “Lee” Severtson, age 65, of Dell Rapids and formerly of Flandreau, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Memorial Services will be 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at …
Velma K. Auren, 80
Velma Auren, 80, of Flandreau, SD, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at her home with her family by her side. Funeral services will be held at 10:30AM, Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Second …
Nadine Jones, 103
Nadine Jones, 103, formerly of Aurora, SD passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Funeral Services have been set for 10:30am, Monday, January 6, 2025 at Mt. Calvary Lutheran …
Sports
Commentary

Rhoden opens door to better communication, wants reset with South Dakota's press

PIERRE — Last fall, a Mitchell student encouraged our newspaper to research the number of dead deer across eastern South Dakota. It was wonderful to get a news tip during a classroom visit …

Flandreau grad helps DSU win global cybersecurity competition

A Dakota State University student from Flandreau recently played a key role in a historic win for DSU at the Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition (CPTC), a major global cybersecurity event. …

Flandreau to send seven students to state Esports finale

Since the first of December, a group of 10 Flandreau High School students have been competing weekly in various esport games hosted by Fenworks, a North Dakota esports organization company and the …

Burn ban in effect after spike in fires

While drought conditions haven’t reached the level that would typically trigger an automatic burn ban in the county, commissioners last week implemented a temporary ban due to ongoing dry …

Nature’s glory

A bald eagle keeps watch over the Big Sioux River near Hazel’s Haven on Sunday. Several eagles soared overhead on the brisk but beautiful winter day. Brian Arnold, who explored the ice-covered …
Web extra content
AI chatbots are becoming romance scammers — and 1 in 3 people admit they could fall for one
(BPT) - By McAfeeIt started with a DM.For five months, 25-year-old computer programmer Maggie K. exchanged daily messages with the man she met on Instagram, convinced she had found something …
10 can't-miss places to visit in the winter
Are you looking for trip ideas to embrace the cold weather months? CoPilot compiled 10 drivable U.S. locations that are ideal for winter visits.
A forecaster monitors incoming data for Hurricane Irma in 2017 at the National Hurricane Center, part of the NOAA.
NOAA’s vast public weather data powers the local forecasts on your phone and TV – a private company alone couldn’t match it
NOAA operates fleets of satellites, sensors on airplanes and ocean-going buoys, as well as radar, providing the data used by weather forecasters nationwide – and freely available to anyone.
The best spring break destinations for both kids and their parents
(BPT) - Spring break takes on a whole new meaning when you become a parent. But that doesn't mean adults have to sacrifice all the fun for their kids.Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, home to …
Start the Day by Sharing a Heartwarming Breakfast
(Family Features) Whether your brunch favorites include Bananas Foster French Toast or Peanut Butter and Apple, enjoying a meal together is a heartwarming way to start the day.