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PIERRE, S.D. – The Pickstown Fire and Police Station was added in March to the National Register of Historic Places, according to the South Dakota State Historical Society.
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On Tuesday, May 5, friends and neighbors in Pickstown joined in a parade to celebrate the 50th wedding anniversary of Jack and Jan Lassen . More than 25 vehicles, including golf carts, drove by the Lassen residence to offer their congratulations . Jack and Jan were married on May 5, 1970, in Las Vegas . Jack and Jan are pictured with the box of cards and gifts . The One sign on a car read, “What happens in Vegas, stays in Pickstown . ” Courtesy Photo
Read moreIn this issue you will find the annual publication of financial summaries of insurance companies licensed to do business in South Dakota.
Read moreThe Charles Mix County Commission has ordered the Courthouse to be closed to the public with limited staff until further notice. We are asking all residents to conduct business with the County by mail, internet or phone. If you have business that must be conducted in person you will be required to have your temperature taken and answer a few health questions before being allowed to enter.
Read moreACTION: Notice of decision to acquire land into trust under 25 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 151.
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No one ever imagined that the school year would be ending in such uncertainty. COVID 19 will not dampen the celebration for Andes Central’s graduates however. Graduation will be held on Saturday, May 16 at 3:00 p.m., as previously scheduled.
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PIERRE, S.D. – The Pickstown Fire and Police Station was added in March to the National Register of Historic Places, according to the South Dakota State Historical Society.
Read moreRegular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Lake Andes, SD, Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at 6:00 pm at the Lake Andes Community Building. The governing board of the City of Lake Andes met Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at 6 pm at the Lake Andes Community Building. Present were Mayor Ryan Frederick, Councilman: Amanda Frandsen, George Hazuka, Kevin Tschumper, Ray Parker, Steven Nielsen and Jim Nelson present at 6:42 pm. Others present were Debbra Houseman- City Finance Officer, Tim Medicine Horn Maintenance Supt., Mary Jo Parker-Librarian, Sheriff Randy Thaler, Lee Linnell and Doug Johanesson. Mayor Frederick called the meeting to order at 6:02 pm. The council stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The Agenda was reviewed. Motion by Parker, second by Frandsen to approve the agenda with the addition of an executive session for litigation and the Baseball field Agri-lime. All in favor, motion carried. Nelson absent. The minutes were reviewed. Motion by Frandsen, second by Hazuka to approve the minutes from the following meetings: Regular Meeting April 6, 2020, Special Meeting April 14, 2020, Special Meeting April 27, 2020 and Special Meeting April 30, 2020. All in favor, motion carried. Nelson absent. The Bills and Claims were reviewed. Motion by Parker, second by Tschumper to approve payment of the following Bills and Claims: City of Lake Andes General fund warrants for the month of: April 2020 Date To Description Amount 4/15/2020 Andes State Bank, April 2020 Truck Payment $787.84; 4/22/2020 Avera Health Plans, May 2020 Health Premium $2,841.23; 4/15/2020 Charles Mix Electric, Internet $38.95; 4/22/2020 Delta Dental, Dental Insurance $166.00; 4/27/2020 Internal Revenue Service, 941 Payroll Taxes PP9 $1,345.52; 4/9/2020 Internal Revenue Service, 941 Payroll Taxes LPR 4 $254.72; 4/9/2020 Internal Revenue Service, 941 Payroll Taxes PP8 $1,420.49; 4/9/2020 Mary Jo Parker, Mileage and Meals to Chamberlain for training $88.88; 4/15/2020 Rural Development, Sewer Loan Project $167.00; 4/15/2020 Rural Development, Water Project Loan $1,765.37; 4/28/2020 US Postmaster, 13 Rolls Postcard Stamps 1 roll letter stamps $455.00; 4/29/2020 SD Retirement Systems, April 2020 Contribution $1,428.26; 4/28/2020 US Postmaster, Stamps for Office $55.00; 4/13/2020 Payroll, PP8 $4,731.38; 4/27/2020 Payroll, PP9 $4,322.23; 4/5/2020 Payroll, LPR4 $1,361.63 Total $21,229.50 The above warrants have already been paid for the
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