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City council agrees to apply for housing needs assessment

by Karlee Barnes The Murdo City Council meeting was held Monday, December 3. Those present included: Joe Connot, Jay Drayer, Wayne Esmay, Dave Geisler, Matt Kinsley, Larry Ball, Mike Jost, Krysti Barnes, Jewell Bork, Butch Feddersen, Kelcy Nash, Jerry Hatheway, Ray Erikson, John Weber and Karlee Barnes. After the roll call, the agenda and minutes were both approved. Two building permits were presented. Greg Miller proposed the building of a new sign for his business and Farmers Union Oil proposed the moving around of some pumps on their lot. Farmers Union plans to repair old pumps and move the current diesel pumps to a new location. They also plan to install above ground storage tanks for diesel and increase the gas selection at the pump to include the three types of gas. The meeting was then opened up to public area. Butch Feddersen was first on the agenda. He asked about the service road that is on his property where the former Classic Service station is. The service road is between the old pumps on the east side of the building, and Highway 83 that comes into town. Feddersen said that the state had previously owned the road, but when he agreed to pay for the curb and gutter at the time of installation, an agreement was made. The agreement said that after the state turned the service road over to the city, the road could be turned back over to the land owner. Feddersen commented that he paid for the curb and gutter because he was under the impression that he would be able to take ownership of the 129 feet worth of road that went through his property. Mayor Geisler asked the board if they would like to keep this issue open for further discussion. The board agreed and no decision was made on the matter. Jewell Bork was next on the agenda and spoke about the previous housing public meeting held in Murdo. Bork asked the board if they were serious about getting a housing needs assessment done in Murdo. It had been brought up at the housing meeting, and the board members agreed that it wouldnt be a bad idea. Bork said the city would have to complete an application which would include the description of the area to be surveyed, city council minutes approving allocation of funds and documentation for funds available. Bork explained that the city would have to provide $2,500 to cover half of the $5,000 cost. Geisler asked if the Chamber of Commerce was willing to split the citys $2,500 responsibility. Bork said that the Chamber currently has a grant for economic development, and funds may be able to be allocated from that grant. Bork has been working with Krysti Barnes on the issue thus far, and Barnes said that a business in town has already agreed to contribute $250 to the assessment. Bork said that the Central South Dakota Enhancement District, which is where the other half of the funding will come from, would like to see other partners involved in the program as economic grants arent as easy to obtain as they used to be. Bork also advised the board that they can fill out an application, and agree to pay the $2,500, but if something came up and a decision was made to back out of the assessment, they would not owe anything. She mentioned that there is a limited amount of money, so applying as soon as possible would be in the citys best interest. The board motioned to approve moving forward on the application process. Larry Ball next approached the council and reported that the new speaker system installed in the auditorium was working wonderfully. He thanked the city for their contribution and mentioned that he would like to install a plaque to recognize all of the contributors to the project. The public area was then closed and vouchers were approved. Sheriff Weber presented the sheriff s report and mentioned an ongoing issue with a vicious dog in city limits. The dog owner has been spoken to several times, and the dog has been removed by the owner from city limits. Sheriff Weber stated that he has been working with the city attorney on how to proceed with this issue. After a brief discussion about the poor condition of the trailers in the trailer park on Railroad Street on the North West side of town, the sheriff s report was approved by the council. Hatheway presented the street report and said that the road going by Tim Hullingers house had been taken care of. Hullinger came to the November city council meeting and asked if something could be done about the condition of the road. Neither the city or the county knew whose responsibility the maintenance was this year. Hatheway reported that he worked together with the county to get the issue resolved. He also said that Hullinger was happy with the improvement. Hatheway also told the board he will be attending a free DDN class in Pierre on December 19, titled Alternative to Paving. The board then approved his report. Ray Erikson presented the water report next. He said that he was approved for a controlled burn to get rid of weeds around the lagoon, but the sticks and dead weeds wouldnt burn. He resolved to mow the weeds, and ended up with a nail in his tire. The gear box in the mower was damaged, but was promptly replaced. Eriksons report was approved without any problems. Barnes then presented the financial report, during which the board scheduled their end of year meeting for Wednesday, December 26, at 7:30 p.m. Barnes told the board that she would be attending a meeting with the Central South Dakota Enhancement District on December 12, which will help guide the design of community economic development programs. The board approved her report. A public hearing then took place, addressing the issue of liquor license renewals. The board considered the approval of city liquor licenses at the following locations: Buffalo Bar and Lounge, retail (on sale) liquor; Buffalo Bar and Lounge, package (off-sale) liquor; Murdo Family Foods, package liquor; Anchor Inn, retail liquor; The Rusty Spur, retail liquor; Doris Convey/GTO Cafe, retail wine; Farmers Union Oil, retail wine; Star Restaurant LLC, retail wine. Barnes notified the board that she wrote a letter to the businesses informing them that they needed to go to the city office at their convenience, before the December 3 council meeting to sign an application for a liquor license. The Anchor Inn was the only business that didnt comply by the deadline. This has been a common occurrence in years past. The board agreed the the owner of the Anchor Inn will need to appear at the December 26 end of year meeting to sign the liquor license, or the business will not be able to renew the license. Old business was discussed after the public hearing. The council approved a second reading on a parking ordinance stating that vehicles must park with the direction of painted lines on the street. The board again discussed a trailer house ordinance, and Sheriff Weber informed them that they did not have to include a grandfather clause to the ordinance, which means that all trailer houses would have to comply with the ordinance. Kinsley asked what kind of stipulations the board was thinking of including with the ordinance. Small discussion was made, and the board agreed to look over the samples that Barnes had previously distributed and bring their ideas to the next meeting. The Ingalls building on main street was also discussed during the old business. On December 11, at 1:00 p.m. there will be a court hearing concerning the building. The city attorney will be there and asked that the sheriff appear, as well as any council member who is able. The Ingalls family replied to the court summons and also contacted a lawyer in Pierre. They told the lawyer that they were going to revamp the building and open a small business. The lawyer contacted the Murdo City Attorney and found this to be false. The board motioned to proceed with action against the Ingalls family to remove the dilapidated building on Main Street. The board went into executive session before the conclusion of the meeting, and then motioned to end the meeting .

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by Karlee Barnes Jones County Cares hosted two bullying movies for the students of the Jones County School District on Thursday, November 29. Grades 4-6 watched Max Keebles Big Move, which was about a boy who was moving away, so he decided to get back at all of his bullies. It turned out that Max did not move, and he had to face all of his bullies. The students got to spend the afternoon at the Turner Community Center watching the movie. Julie Moore, Jones County Cares member, also went into the grade school to speak to the other classes about bullying. Moore said she went into the school to reinforce what the school and churches are already teaching the kids about bullying. I feel they have an excellent program with Character Counts and Mighty Coyote, said Moore. When interviewed, Jones County School Counselor Andrea Diehm said, I think the Coyote Character and Mighty Coyote awards are helping to positively reinforce doing good deeds in the elementary and middle school aged students. Ive noticed the students are better connecting the Character Pillar of the Month to ways they can act towards their peers and others. Elementary Principal Lorrie Esmay also had input, and said that she believes that adult presence curbs bullying. She said that more eyes and ears on the playground and in the lunchroom to observe what is taking place has helped. She also said that the classes hold class meetings to discuss ways to help others and to see if there is a problem, without mentioning any names of students. Grades 7-12 were invited to the movie theater that evening for dinner and a movie. Jones County Cares served hot dogs and hamburgers. The students came to eat and participated in ice breakers before the movie began. Cyberbully is an ABC Family movie about a teenage girl who falls victim to online bullying. The definition of cyberbullying according to stopbullying.gov is: bullying that takes place using electronic technology. Examples include: text messages, emails, and rumors sent by emails or post-

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The Murdo Area Chamber of Commerce and Thrivent for Lutherans will again be chartering a bus to see the Christmas trees at the Capitol. Anyone is welcome to go. The bus will leave the Murdo Senior Center at 1:00 p.m. on December 11 and return at approximately 5:30 p.m. To make reservations call Jean Kinsley at 669-2531 or Katherine Patterson at 6692647.

Speaker at Okaton Church

Greg Fell, the Superintendent of the Rocky Mountain District of the Evangelical Free Church will be our guest speaker at the morning worship service at the Okaton Church this Sunday, December 9, at 9:00 a.m. CST. Dr. Fell supervises about 90 churches in the Colorado, Wyoming and South Dakota area. Immediately after the morning worship service there will be a congregational meeting at the church. Everyone is cordially invited to this service and all our services. To get to the church proceed west from Murdo on Interstate 90 and exit at Mile Marker 183. The Elementary Christmas Concert will be held on Monday, December 17, at 7:00 p.m. at the Murdo Auditorium. A special guest will make an appearance at the end of the concert. KIDS: Be sure to look in your bag of goodies from Santa. If you find an egg, its worth $10 in Murdo Bucks, sponsored by the Lions Club. If you should happen to find the onion, then you will receive a savings bond sponsored by Kenny Vollmer. Five eggs and one onion will be given out. The Murdo Coyote will also take your picture and put it in a future edition of the paper. Good luck, kids!

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ed on social networking sites, etc. After the movie, Moore talked to the students about bullying and how they felt about it. Larry Ball said that the school district has a fairly general antibullying policy which needs to be updated. He said that he doesnt witness much bullying, mostly joking around. However he said that the school reminds everyone to not be hurtful when making jokes. When surveying the high school students, most had generally the same opinions about bullying in Jones County. The students think that most of the bullying is done in a joking matter. However, some students said that the jokes can go too far, and can be hurtful. Although some students didnt think cyberbullying from Jones County students occurred, others said that they have seen it happen. Paige Venard said, The movie was good. I think it may have impacted people on the choices they will make. Overall, the students reported that it was a fun event and that they learned from the movie and the speakers after the movie.

Christmas lighting contest

Remember to get your houses decorated for the annual Christmas lighting contest sponsored by the Murdo Chamber of Commerce. The categories are: Winter Wonderland (Most Beautiful); Santa Claus is Coming to Town (In a Childs Eye); O Holy Night (Religious); Deck the Halls (Best Use of Lights); Spirit of Christmas (Business); and Country Christmas. Judging will take place mid-December.

Sports events rides

The Jones County School District is offering free in-town rides to any of our home activities (sporting events, music concerts etc.) for senior citizens living in Murdo. For more information or to request a ride, call the high school at 669-2258 no later than 3 p.m. on the day of the event.

Blindfolded Larry Ball participated in this ice breaker with the students in which everyone was blindfolded. They had numbers ranging from one to 200, and with only eight participants, the game got interesting. Surprisingly, the group almost successfully completed the challenge! Photo by Karlee Barnes

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The Jones County School District #37-3 will hold their monthly meeting Monday, December 10 at 7 p.m. at the high school library. The public is encouraged to attend.

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Trading Pages Library

Thank you to Ella Fuhrer for donating her time to get the Trading Pages library cleaned up and organized. Anyone who would like to volunteer to assist Ella with this task, please call her at 669-2636. The Trading Pages library at the Murdo Coyote is open Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday as open. There are many new books available. Stop in and check one out.

Whether you want to think about it or not, the holiday season is creeping up on us. That can potentially mean a lot more windshield time. Trips to the grocery store to pick up ingredients for those holiday cookies, trips to the hardware store to fix the bathroom sink before the relatives arrive, trips to your kids winter concerts, your spouses holiday party, the airport to pick up your sister - the one you fixed the bathroom sink for. Thats a lot to remember. And heres the one thing you CANT forget. Buckle up. Every trip. Im Inspector Darid Cooper with the South Dakota Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Services encouraging you to be safe, no matter where youre traveling.

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Can you believe this beautiful weather? We are so blessed. Did you get your outside lights up? Me either but I am still going to try to do something in the next day or two. Just a reminder for those who dont have school kids, or just maybe havent heard, the junior high/high school concert is December 13 at 7:00 p.m. and the elementary program is December 17 at 7:00 p.m. Make your plans to attend. Rita and Harley Henderson had guests for Thanksgiving: Harley and Pam and kids from Wayne, Neb., Harlena and Dale of Fairbury, Neb., and Bruce and Tina from Omaha, Neb. Harley is home after a brief stay in the hospital. Hope you are getting better, Harley. Jones County School had their Christmas party at the local supper club this past Saturday night. Sounds like a good time was had by all. Karla Mannhalter went to Martin, S.D., over the weekend to visit her sister. They attended the craft fair and parade of lights. Fifteen to 20 floats were in the parade and all were decorated beautifully. Jackie Fosheim and Jody Lebeda journeyed to Midland for the Christmas fair, held at the Legion Hall. Those ladies had really gotten into the decorating of the hall with a theme of snowmen and snowflakes throughout the hall. Plus they had a tree of lights contest that each visitor got to vote on, not an easy decision as they all were beautiful. They topped off the afternoon with a live nativity complete with the Christmas story and songs, which got everyone in the spirit of Christmas. The treats werent bad either. A carry in dinner was brought to the home of Helen McMillan Sunday. Guests were Virgil and Kathleen Stickler, Mike and Cheryl McMillan and Carrie and Jacob Lolley. Following dinner, everyone there put up Helens outside Christmas lights. Glenna Moore, Jean Gray, Lila Mae Christian and Helen McMillan enjoyed having supper together Friday evening at a local cafe. Tuesday, November 20, Teresa Palmer, Keith Hunt, Christine Niedan, Janice Tolton, and Michelle Meinzer all of Midland went to Philip for visitation for Roy Roseth. After dropping off Keith at the funeral home, they picked up Ida Hunt at the nursing home so all could go to the visitation for their uncle/brother-in-law. Wednesday, November 21, Teresa Palmer, Christine Niedan, and Jan Tolton of Midland flew out from Rapid City Airport to El Paso, Texas to spend Thanksgiving with Jan's daughter, Jenna, Oscar and one-year-old Keenan. Jenna is a PA stationed at Ft. Bliss, the Army Base in El Paso. Oscar is stationed in California. On Thanksgiving, the group went to a parade which had several bands, acrobats (who stopped and performed in front of the crowd), many huge floats one especially pretty one was a train engine and three cars, and other walkers. They enjoyed eating Thanksgiving dinner out which was a nice treat! Jenna had pumpkin pie to enjoy later in the evening. Friday found everyone (except Keenan who went to day care) viewing the border into Chihuahau, Mexico. It was interesting to see all the people crossing the bridge carrying goods in suitcases and bags to return to Mexico. After shopping in that area, they ate out, picked up Keenan, and returned to Jenna's lovely home. That night the girls babysat Keenan so Jenna and Oscar could go out to a movie. Saturday was spent going on base; shopping and eating. Everything one wants/needs is available on base. Sunday was spent shopping and going on a tram ride (a mile high) from which you could see three states and two nations. It was quite an experience for all the girls who are not very fond of heights!! Early Monday morning, Jenna, Oscar, and Keenan took the girls to the airport for a 7:30 a.m. flight. After arriving in Dallas, there was a slight delay in take off because of freezing fog in Rapid City. They arrived back in S.D. to fog and snow so the plane missed the first landing! This was a very special trip as Jenna will be deployed to Afghanistan on December 8. Keenan will go with his dad to California. Plans are Oscar and Keenan will return to El Paso in May when Oscar retires from the military. Helen McMillan and Lila Mae Christian traveled to Chamberlain on Monday afternoon where they visited Edna McKenzie, who makes her home there. Guests for Sunday dinner at Jackie Fosheims were Vic and Carol Fosheim, and Judy Fosheim from Midland and Silvia and Peter Fosheim from Pierre. PHL gals Velma Scott, Rosa Lee Styles, Lila Mae Christian, Janice Pike and Janet Louder decorated the Draper UMC for Christmas on Tuesday afternoon, November 27. Then we had a cookie exchange and also sampled them along with coffee. Discussed our upcoming Christmas party, which will be held Sunday, December 9, at the Draper hall annex starting at 2:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of gifts, bring food for the food pantry in Murdo. A week ago Sunday while in Tulsa, Bob and Susie Rankin met Sandy and Tim Zibell for supper and an evening of visiting. Alice Horsley visited Grace Weber one day last week. Dorothy and Brad Louder visited Dwight in Kadoka on Friday. Rosa Lee Styles attended the Master Gardener Christmas party/noon lunch/gift exchange held at the museum in White River on Saturday. Dean and Kristina Vik of Rapid City were overnight guests of grandparents Ray and Shirley Vik on Friday. They were en-route to Fargo, N.D. Rosa Lee Styles, Janet Louder and Margie Boyle joined Ellouise

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in Florida, doing underwater archeology. Both kids graduated from Jones County High School. On Friday, Vicki Hagemann, son Casey Miller and Monica Reder went to Ft. Collins to the home of daughter/sister Shawna and Adam Lizotte and baby Landen. On Saturday, a party was held at the Lizotte's to celebrate Landen's first birthday. He was born December 3 on his daddy, Adam's, birthday. I'm guessing more attention was paid to the little one. They went back to Rapid City on Sunday evening. Vicki and Casey saw their Louder relatives. They stopped Monday afternoon for a visit with us and then home for Casey and back to Yankton for Vicki. With the weather so nice, Nelva and Janet Louder decided to head for the hills on Friday. That evening, part of the crew joined us, and we went out for supper. On Saturday, we visited over cookies and coffee with Sonny and Evelyn Tornow. A cookout was held at Don and Cara Pearson's with guests: Brian and Karen; Jay and Tyler; and the Pearson crew: Drew and family; Calli, Nick and Aria; and Dawson. We celebrated Jay's December 6 birthday with a cherry dessert. On Sunday, Cara, Calli and Aria and Janet and Nelva went out for brunch due to football games, the guys seemed to want to be near tv's. On our way home, we stopped in Kadoka for a visit with Dwight. Oh yeah, I got in some Christmas shopping, but, wow, it was crowded. Happy birthday to Wanda Mathews on Wednesday, December 5. We'll see next week if she celebrated. The community extends their sympathy to the family of James Freier, who passed away November 23. Graveside services were November 28 at the National Cemetery. Besides his immediate family, he leaves brother Alex and Jean Freier and two sisters Helen Doeden and Katherine Parsley. Happy birthday greetings go out to Terri Volmer, Susan Moreland, LeRonda Bryan and our son, Jay. Happy anniversary, Curt and Janet Miller. Rodney Lee Miller passed away on October 21. He was born June 10, 1962, in Fort Morgan, Colo. He is survived by wife, Cathy Mortell Miller; daughters Alyssa and Lauren; parents Raymond and Gloria Miller. He was preceded in death by brother Roger Miller. Rodney graduated from Fort Morgan High School in 1980, the University of Northern Colorado in 1983 and the University of Colorado Executive MBA program in 2001. He worked for 28 years at Mountain Bell, US West and Qwest and retired as Vice President of Sales Operations in 2011. The memorial service was held Monday, October 29 in Lakewood. Cards of condolences will reach his parents at: Ray and Gloria Miller, 17912 Co. Rd. 22, Fort Morgan, Colo., 80701.

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Youve heard it dozens of times. We dont take enough time for ourselves, to be able to relax and enjoy some quiet time. Its difficult, with school and work schedules and now holiday shopping and preparation. United Blood Services offers a way to kick back for an hour and give someone the best gift of allby donating blood. While you are donating life-saving blood you can review your shopping list, plan a holiday meal, or just plain relax! Its a wonderful way to destress and do something good at

Chamber Christmas Bucks!!

First Fidelity Bank Hair Inc. GTO Cafe Corkys Auto Murdo Family Foods Lost Souls Tavern Outhouse Murdo Coyote First National Bank Pioneer Hallmark Buffalo Restaurant & Lounge Busted Nut Dakota Mill & Grain Dakota Prairie Bank Farmers Union Oil Venard, Inc. Prairie Pizza Pioneer Country Mart Moore Building Center, LLC

Beginning Monday, November 19, each time you shop at a Chamber of Commerce member store or business, you can register to win

Register for four $50 Christmas Bucks at the following businesses:

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You do not need to be present to win, but you do have to go to the place of drawing after you are notified and claim your Christmas Bucks!

Drawing Dates: 23 Murdo Family Foods 30 Moore Building Center 7 First Fidelity Bank 14 First National Bank 21 - First National Bank

A final drawing of $100, with all the names registered from previous weeks, will be held at First National Bank on Friday, Dec. 21.

Sponsored by the Murdo Area Chamber of Commerce

Eunice M. Meyer, 100, Yuma, AZ and formerly of South Dakota, died Thursday, November 29, 2012 at her residence in Yuma. Committal services will be 2 p.m. Monday, December 10, 2012 at the cemetery in Murdo, SD, with Pastor Rick Hazen officiating. Survivors include her brother Gordon Voss, Phoenix City, AL; one daughter Beverly Byrd, Yuma; one son, Jim Meyer, Yuma, AZ; five grandchildren, nine great grandchildren. Kinkade Funeral Chapel in Sturgis in Charge of Arrangements.

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the same time, says Jessica Mertz, Donor Recruitment Representative of United Blood Services in Rapid City. You can save a life while getting in some much needed down-time. And now that the holiday hustle and bustle has begun, Mertz urges area residents to make time to save lives by donating blood. We encourage people to donate blood once more before the end of the year. Donating in early December is a great way to get the communitys blood supply ready for the holidays, she says. Locally it takes up to 185 blood donations each day to keep up with hospital patients needs. As we know, hospitals dont close for the holidays, and the blood you donate now can save someones life during the holidays. Is there any better gift to give? Potential donors can make an appointment to give at www.bloodhero.com or by calling 605-342-8585 in Rapid City, or 605-996-3688 in Mitchell. All donors will receive a free cholesterol test.

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Ellwanger last Wednesday at her home for a game of canasta to help her celebrate her ? birthday. They also enjoyed cookies and coffee. Susie Rankin spent Sunday afternoon with parents Ray and Janice Pike. Last Thursday, Helen Louder, Linda Brost, Lill Seamans and Janet Louder listened to the first and second graders read to them and then to the cafe for coffee and conversation. Susan and Charlie Hamer spent Sunday at the Dorothy and Brad Louder home and played a few cards and had supper. Among the many who attended the ag banquet held at a Pierre convention center Saturday evening were: Fred and Mary Mathews and Monica Mathews, and Eldon and Esther Magnuson. The report was good food and entertainment. Karen Authier of Pierre spent Sunday with Margaret and Greg Rankin. My neighbor, Kim Djodjic, had a birthday Sunday. When I asked how she celebrated, she told me hubby Mike fixed supper, complete with birthday cake. Nice guy, I'd say. Happy birthday, Kim. Ken and Carmen Miller spent the weekend in Ft. Morgan, Colo., with Ray and Gloria Miller. Kim Schmidt met daughters Kayla Hoag and Jaime Schmidt of Aberdeen in Sioux Falls on Friday evening and spent the weekend together Christmas shopping, and there must have been some eating. Caught up with Amanda Henrichs, and she gave me a report of her Thanksgiving week. On Wednesday, November 21, Kraig, Amanda, Blake and Layney traveled to Sioux Falls. They, along with Kraig's parents and other family members gathered at brother Kurt's home for Thanksgiving. On black Friday, Kraig and Amanda spent the night shopping; their kids went home to Freeman with their grandparents. On Friday, they went to Freeman for another Thanksgiving gathering at Kraig's parents' home. On Saturday, they went to Bridgewater to Kraig's grandma's for more turkey. On Sunday, Kraig, Amanda and Blake went to Minneapolis, while Layney stayed with grandparents in Freeman. They visited at the home of Ryan and Shawn Meyers and got in on another Thanksgiving; but while the others ate turkey, the Henrichs had steak. Wow! Talk about celebrating Thanksgiving! On Monday, Blake had doctor appointments. They went back to Freeman and then home on Tuesday. Talked to former Draperite Jim Halligan on Monday. He told me their son, Ryan, a pilot in the Air Force and stationed in N.C., is home on leave. On Sunday, Jim, Barb and Ryan, along with Grandpa Ken and Aunt Linda Gilbert of Buffalo, went out for dinner. The Halligan's daughter, Jessi, is an archeologist working

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Abbie Dugan passed away December 2, 2012, of Alzheimers. She was born in Murdo, South Dakota on January 19, 1931. She was a remarkably talented woman and had numerous hobbies. Her devotion to her children, strong will and compassion made her a perfect mother and friend. She will be thought of and missed every day. She is survived by her children, Linda Dugan, Teri Brannan, Kent (Spring) Dugan, Kelly Dugan, Pat (Melinda) Dugan, granddaughter Robyn (Kurt) Brannan and great-grandson Chase Brannan.

The Sheriff s report is printed as received by Jones County Sheriff s Office. It may or may not contain every call received by the department. Sheriff and Deputy calls: Nov. 23 Deputy Sylva worked with Jackson Co. and Mellette Co. Sheriff's Offices with investigation and finding of stolen vehicle that was stolen in Belvidere. Suspect stole car in Belvidere, then drove to rural Mellette Co. and stole another vehicle from a residence, leaving the first stolen vehicle. The second vehicle and suspect has not been located yet. Nov. 24 Deputy Sylva, Department of Criminal Investigation and Sheriff Weber investigated a report of a rape at a Murdo residence. After several days of investigation and interviews it was found that there was no rape. Charges are pending for false reporting. Deputy Sylva confirmed a Jones Co. warrant with Pennington Co. Deputy Sylva and Sheriff Weber located a subject in Murdo that had a Hughes Co. warrant. Subject was arrested and Sheriff Weber transported prisoner to north of Vivian and met with Stanley Co. Deputy and turned prisoner over to him. Deputy Sylva responded to I-90, westbound, mm 192 to a car vs. deer accident. The deer was put down and the vehicle was able

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to drive away. Deputy Sylva responded to I-90, eastbound, mm 202 to a car vs. deer accident. Vehicle was able to drive away. Deputy Sylva investigated a report of a theft of a TV out of a residence in Murdo. Theft is still under investigation. Nov. 25 Deputy Sylva investigated and searched for a possible prowler at a residence in Murdo. No one was located. Nov. 26 Deputy Sylva responded to I-90, westbound, mm188 to a car vs. deer accident. Vehicle was towed. Sheriff Weber responded to a 911 hangup. The call was traced to just south of Murdo. Subject had accidently called 911. There were no problems. Nov. 27 Deputy Sylva responded to a possible suicidal subject in rural Jones Co.. Subject was transported to the Rosebud Hospital and turned over to hospital staff. Deputy Sylva investigated a report of a hit and run accident that had happened in the school parking lot. The owner was unsure of what day and time the accident had happened. Nov. 28 Sheriff Weber responded to a report of loud music and vehicles tearing around in trailer park in Murdo. Upon arrival everything was quiet. Spoke to and warned subjects involved.

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Curtis was born May 19, 1970, at St. Louis Park Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, to Dean Thomas Faber and Betty Lou (Miller) Faber. The family moved to Murdo, S.D., in 1973 where Curtis went to all 12 grades of school, graduating in 1989. He was diagnosed with diabetes at the age of eight and attended many diabetes camps, where he made many friends. In school, Curt participated in basketball and singing with the Swing Choir. After graduation, he worked at various jobs including being an aide at the nursing home in White River, S.D., and meat cutter in Pierre, S.D. Curt enjoyed playing pool and darts, and visiting with his friends. In 1998, he moved to Washington state and married Deb Weiser in 1999. While in Washington, Curt worked for a heating and cooling company and also for an auto parts store. They moved from Washington to Montana, where Curt continued to cut meat for various grocery stores in Hamilton. He kept in touch with all his friends in South Dakota and spent some of his summers in Murdo to see everyone. He continued to work until his diabetes interfered with his health and he was unable to continue his job duties safely. While in Hamilton, Curt enjoyed being outside and going to the mountains. He liked horses and all animals and was always willing to help friends care for their animals while they were gone. He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Lou; close friend, Jenny; both sets of grandparents; both his mothers brothers and his fathers sister. Curt is survived by his father and stepmother, Dean T. and Deborah Faber of Murdo, S.D.; two stepbrothers, Adin Hall and wife Toris, and Orrin Hall, all of Washington; three stepsisters, Moriah DeSantis and husband Brett of Colorado, and Rachel and Ashley Hall, all of South Dakota; his ex-wife, Deb Weiser of Hamilton; special friends, Casey, Dwayne, Jeannette, Jerry, Terri, Kari, Cory and Darrin; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other friends in South Dakota and Montana. Services were held on Friday, November 23, at Grace Lutheran Church in Hamilton. Condolences may be left for the family at www.daly-leachchapel.com.

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Services for Curtis Faber will be on Friday, December 7, 2012, at Messiah Lutheran Church in Murdo at 2:00 p.m. with coffee and cookies to follow. Curtis Dean Faber, 42, of Hamilton passed away Saturday, November 17, 2012, from heart and diabetes complications.

Former Republican Governor Mike Rounds officially announced his candidacy today for the United States Senate. I am here today to ask the people of South Dakota for their support and to allow me to work for them as their United States Senator in 2014, stated Rounds. Fourteen years from now, in 2026, the United States of America will celebrate its 250th birthday...the United States of America that exists in 2026 will be created by all the decisions that are made between now and then, said Rounds, We have to make the right decisions. During this campaign, Im going to do a lot of listening, a lot of studying, and a lot of discussing with the people of South Dakota, said Rounds Im going to listen to their ideas and opinions on what the federal government should and should not do. Rounds was sworn-in as South Dakota's 31st governor on Janu-

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ary 7, 2003, and was re-elected to a second term in 2006. Throughout both terms as Governor, Rounds was steadfast in his commitment to growing South Dakotas economy, improving the daily lives of South Dakota citizens, and providing opportunities for young people to stay in South Dakota. After serving as Governor, Rounds returned to the private sector to work as the President and CEO of Fischer, Rounds and Associates- a successful insurance and real estate business with offices in Pierre, Rapid City, Watertown, Mitchell, and Sioux Falls. From 1991 to 2000, Rounds served five terms in the South Dakota State Senate. In 1995, he was chosen by his peers to serve as Senate Majority Leader, a post he held for six years. Rounds and his wife, Jean, reside in Fort Pierre. They have four children and five grandchildren.

James Albert Freier, 89 of Rapid City, died, Friday, November 23, 2012, at Fort Meade Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Graveside services were held Wednesday, November 28, 2012, at Black Hills National Cemetery near Sturgis. James was born December 2, 1922, in Draper, S.D., to Rudolph and Otilla (Ernst) Freier. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor of Rapid City; sons, Rick (Carol) Freier of Black Hawk, Mike (Sara) Freier of Colorado Springs, and Joe (Lynn) Mason of Black Hawk; daughters, Bonnie (Ron) Estes of Rapid City and Rose Marie (Whitey) Kaul of Sheridan, Wyo.; brother, Alex Freier of Draper; sisters, Helen Doeden of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Katherine Parsley of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. James was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Edward and Henry; and sisters, Grace, Esther, and Emma. An online guestbook is available at www.kinkadefunerals.com.

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The Hobbit by JRR Tolkien will appear December 14th at the movie theaters around the country. Many people have already enjoyed the movie version of The Lord of the Rings which was also written by Tolkien. The Hobbit has been widely respected as a childrens book but it has often been ignored by adults. Many of its themes are very relevant to our modern world and many of the ideas in the book parallel Christian thought. Some of these ideas include; The struggle between good and evil The good and bad use of power The corrupting power of greed and selfishness The significance of human choice and value of one committed individual The idea of self-sacrifice These are all thoughts that permeate The Hobbit but are also prevalent in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I cannot recommend The Hobbit movie since it has not yet appeared but I recommend the book. On these long winter nights let Bilbo and Gandalf, the wizard transport you the world of Middle Earth. Sincerely Yours, Gary McCubbin, pastor at the Okaton Church

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Because of a failure to understand Gods purposes as outlined in the Scriptures some have felt it necessary to alter many of the plainest statements of Holy Writ. Supposing that God could not have meant exactly what He said, they have concluded that these things must be interpreted in a spiritual sense. Actually there is nothing spiritual about failing to take God at His Word, and seeking to explain away difficulties by arbitrarily altering what He has plainly said. First, this would leave us at the mercy of theologians. If the Scriptures do not mean what they say, who has the authority to decide what they do mean? And how can we turn to the Word of God for light if it does not mean what it says, and only trained theologians can tell us what it does mean? Second, this altering of the Scriptures affects the veracity of God. It is a thrust at His very honor. If the obvious, natural meaning of the Old Testament promises are not to be depended upon, how can we depend upon any promise of God? Then, when He says: Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved (Rom. 10:13), He may also mean something else instead of what He actually says. Third, this spiritualizing of Scriptures endorses apostasy, for it allows men to alter the meaning of Gods Word according to their will. The path to a true understanding and enjoyment of the Bible is not in altering but in rightly dividing it (II Tim. 2:15). Those who have resorted to the spiritualization of the prophetic Scriptures because they cannot account for the seeming cessation in their fulfillment, will find the solution to their problem in a recognition of the unique character of Pauls apostleship and message. Recognize the mystery revealed through Paul and there will be no need to alter prophecy.

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The fall of 2012 has been a challenge for South Dakotas winter wheat producers as they faced very dry soil conditions to plant into. During the week of November 25, 2012, 64 percent of winter wheat in South Dakota was rated in poor or very poor condition. This rating was the worst of any state in the primary winter wheat growing region. The quick development of severe to exceptional drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor (http://droughtmonitor. unl.edu/), has affected much of the wheat producing areas of the US. The winter wheat crop conditions in the central US has affected the national rating, which is now at its lowest level since records of this type began in 1986. The South Dakota Weekly Crop Weather Report, published by the National Agricultural Statistics Service puts the hard red winter wheat of South Dakota at 60 percent emerged as of 25 November. Other states have significantly better ratings, both in condition and percent emerged. Some people believe the report of 60 percent of winter wheat emerged seems high. The NASS crop progress estimates Condition of the Winter Wheat Crop

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are based on a subjective opinion survey of county officials, which are not claimed to be statistically accurate. The important fact is that even if the figure is high, 60 percent is the lowest percent of winter wheat emerged by late November in South Dakota since at least 1990. One other fall that stands out with a low percentage of winter wheat emergence in South Dakota was 2000, when 74 percent of the crop was reported emerged in November. The statewide average yield in 2001 was 32 Bu/acre, which tied for the second and third lowest yield since 1990. It is not advisable to make yield predictions for the 2013 cropping season based on this however. Many areas where winter wheat was planted into dry soil have received small amounts of moisture via rain and/or snow. This limited moisture has caused some of the wheat to sprout, but little has actually emerged to a significant degree. These seedlings have used energy reserves from the seed, and have not been able to generate photosynthetic activity and develop crowns to store energy for winter survival. Without additional moisture, the sprouted seedlings may dry out and die. Dry soil cools off more quickly and will get colder than soil with

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all normal. A routine health screening is important prior to initiating testosterone replacement therapy. If the above symptoms are present and can be shown to be associated with a low serum testosterone in the absence of other causes, the next step is to be sure that there are not contraindications to the use of testosterone replacement therapy. Among these would be breast cancer, obstructive sleep apnea, symptomatic prostate enlargement, poorly controlled heart failure, and a condition called polycythemia, meaning that more than 50 percent of the blood content is red cells. A controversial consideration has to do with whether or not the person has cancer of the prostate with a high PSA. This is listed as an absolute contraindication although some authorities do not agree with that at all. If there are no contraindications and the person would like to change the way he feels, the use of testosterone replacement therapy can be tried. By far the cheapest method is an injection given every 10 days to two weeks with a product called testosterone cipionate. This is an injection of 100-200 milligrams of testosterone every 10 days to two weeks. The average cost of this would be around 20 dollars a month. The product that the gentleman had inquired about on television was called Axiron. It is a spray that goes into the persons arm pits daily. The cost of this is around $375 dollars a month. Getting preauthorization or insurance approval is going to be an issue. There are two other products commonly used. One is

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Prepare for a healthy holiday with flu vaccination

With the Christmas season and all its gatherings just around the corner, now is a good time to get a flu vaccination, says a state health official. National Influenza Vaccination Week is December 2-8 and its a good reminder that getting vaccinated is the single best way to protect you and your loved ones from the flu, said Dr. Lon Kightlinger, State Epidemiologist for the Department of Health. Even healthy kids and adults can get very sick from the flu and its complications can lead to hospitalization and even death. So far this flu season, South Dakota has reported 97 laboratory-confirmed cases of flu and 16 flu-related hospitalizations. Kightlinger noted that not everyone who is sick seeks medical care or gets tested so the actual number of cases is higher. During the 2011-2012 season, 51.1 percent of South Dakotans over age six months were vaccinated against the flu, the highest rate in the nation. Thats good news, but there are still too many South

adequate moisture, if low air temperatures occur without snow for insulation. This potential exposure to low temperatures could contribute to significant winterkill for a crop in marginal condition. Moisture in the form of either rain or snow would improve the condition of the crop and chances for its survival. However prospects for moisture dont look good. Producers may want to wait before making decisions such as fertilizing until they have a better handle on the potential of the crop. As spring approaches, winter wheat growers will want to assess the condition of the crop. If the crop is insured, producers should contact their crop insurance agent before taking steps to terminate the crop and initiate alternative plans. The good news is that if the crop survives, it is almost certain that the plants will vernalize and produce a seed head. All that is necessary for the winter wheat plants to vernalize is for the kernel to take on moisture and swell, and go through a period of about three weeks at about 40 degrees or lower. It is almost unheard of for winter wheat planted in the fall in South Dakota to not complete that process. It is well known among producers that wheat, particularly winter wheat, is a tough crop and can surprise you with its resiliency. For more information, visit http://igrow.org/agronomy/wheat/. 12/11/2012 Soil Health Info DayDavison County Extension Complex, Mitchell, SD Calendar

Dakotans who dont get vaccinated, said Kightlinger. Annual flu vaccination is recommended for everyone, but some are at higher risk for complications pregnant women, people over 50 years and people with chronic medical conditions. Health-care workers and household contacts of high-risk populations such as those with young infants should also be vaccinated. Children are another high risk group, accounting for significant cases and hospitalizations each year and helping spread flu in the community. The department offers free flu vaccine for kids from six months to 18 years. In addition to vaccination, to prevent the spread of the flu: Wash your hands often with soap and water or use alcoholbased hand gel ; Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze; Dont touch your eyes, nose or mouth; and, Stay home if you're sick. Learn more at http://flu.sd.gov

Number of homeless in South Dakota decreases

On September 25, 2012, South Dakota Housing for the Homeless Consortium (SDHHC) conducted a one-day survey to identify homeless families and individuals throughout the state of South Dakota. Over the 24 hour period, 1,166 individuals, including 336 children, were counted, representing a 26 percent decline from the 1,453 individuals identified in 2011. In 2009, South Dakota received over $3.2 million in Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) funding. The HPRP program, which ended on September 1, 2012, provided funding for rental assistance, security deposit, and utility deposits. In addition to the financial assistance, case management provided necessary services to help HPRP participants maintain housing. Though the HPRP grant ended on September 1st, the successful results showed in our recent count. The decrease in homelessness is due largely in part to the HPRP program, said Lisa Bondy, SDHHC Coordinator. Also, SDHHC will take the results from the 2012 count to create goals and objectives for the South Dakotas Ten-Year Plan to End Homelessness which is currently being created. We know that short-term assistance is not going to fix long-term barriers. The Ten-Year Plan will create specific objectives for reducing barriers for homeless individuals and families to reduce recidivism back into homelessness, said Bondy. The statewide survey was broken down into three geographical areas according to counties: West River, East River and Central South Dakota. The Homeless Advisory Board in Sioux Falls, Black Hills Region Homeless Coalition, and South Dakota Housing Development Authority (SDHDA), were responsible for coordinating the counts. SDHHC relies on community volunteers, law enforcement, faith-based organizations, and other agencies to help conduct the count in their areas, said Bondy. It is a great opportunity for agencies to come together for one specific cause to help those less fortunate in their community and to find out what barriers exist. A few statistics from the 2012 count: Majority of homeless individuals and families were staying in emergency shelters, transitional housing or hotel/motels. The prime reason for homelessness was Lost Job/Unemployment and Substance abuse issues; Majority of the homeless were 26-35 years of age; Of the 1,153, 131 were sleeping outdoors the night of the count (15 of them were children) 15 percent of the homeless population were veterans 94 percent of those surveyed

TESTOSTERONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY The gentleman came to the clinic to discuss one of the many television advertisements that he seen. He was 55 and wanted more information about the benefits and risks of testosterone replacement therapy. I told him this was a very complex consideration. To begin with, there is a huge variation in both the testosterone levels in the normal male population and in the response to those testosterone levels. On average, a normal male secretes 10 milligrams of testosterone per day or about 300 milligrams per month. But the body habitus of individuals in our society is variable. There are those that are short, stocky, and bald. Then there are those that are tall, thin, and still have full head of hair at 70 years of age. At least part of this difference has to do with the response to a given testosterone level that a person has in addition to whatever variability there is in the serum testosterone levels. A low blood testosterone level is a statistical number with very little meaning by itself. The importance of the testosterone level in the blood is how the person responds to it. The classical symptoms of low testosterone level include a decreased libido, a low energy level, a depressed mood, a low muscle mass, osteoporosis, erectile dysfunction and increased body fat. This is a broad and vague group of symptoms that might come from multiple different causes. When first evaluated it is important to be sure that the persons pituitary function, thyroid function, and adrenal function are

called an Androderm patch in which the person puts two patches on at bedtime. This is $367 dollars a month. A product called AndroGel is applied to the chest and shoulders. This is $364 dollars a month. The two products as a spray and a gel carry with them the risk of rubbing some of the material off onto a female partner which may not be desired at all. The use of a pill is available overseas but the pill forms have never been felt safe and are not FDA approved for sale in the United States. A review of this topic recently appeared in the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine for November of 2012. Among the clinical benefits listed in that article, is relief of all of the symptoms mentioned above. To me, the most striking clinical benefits include improvement in the metabolic syndrome. Note that the metabolic syndrome is made up of diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and obesity. Testosterone replacement therapy improved men with the metabolic syndrome by 12 weeks after starting the medication. Even more striking was there reference to a five year study demonstrating the significant longevity benefit from men using testosterone replacement therapy. Multiple small studies have demonstrated a high mortality in aged matched men with low testosterone levels. In summary, for those who have tried other methods without success, the use of testosterone therapy is reasonably priced and safe. The use of the television advertised Axiron or AndroGel or Androderm is a much more expensive undertaking.

stated their income comes from employment 35 percent of the homeless individuals (with no family) had high school diplomas, while 20 percent had some college credits Homeless individuals, male and female, stated their need was full time employment to help them get into housing as well as assistance with first months rent and deposit. For more detailed results, please see our website at www.housingforthehomeless.org. Reducing the number of homeless individuals is a national and state priority. By combining the results from this count with a plan of action, SDHHC can assist its members in seeking the appropriate changes needed to address these problems. SDHHC encourages anyone who is interested in participating in this effort to please contact Lisa Bondy at South Dakota Housing Development Authority, (605) 773.3445 or lisab@sdhda.org.

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Ive worked as a waiter. I can carry full cups of coffee around at a goodly rate of speed without spilling them. Well, er, usually I can. Sometimes I may slop a little if I try to go through a door while carrying something in addition to the coffee. Going through both the front door and the screen door can be problematic as well. Still, I have fairly good liquid-carrying skills. As you go through life, if you dont watch out, youre apt to gain skills at this and that (like coffeecarrying) from jobs or experiences you happen to have. Take cooking, for example. Ive always cooked some so as to avoid starvation when left to my own devices. I learned quite a bit more about it, though, when I took up trying to

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namely it was badly undercooked. Taking a hint from how you warm up French bread (according to the bread wrapper,) I cranked the oven up to 400 degrees and threw the confection back in the oven for ten minutes although I wasnt at all sure how that would come out. Luckily it worked, and the cake was saved. Alas, the learning curve is somewhat bent in areas where you may have experience but little aptitude. Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical matters pop to mind. Ive had to do some of all of those through necessity, but Im not a fast learner. Basic stuff I can do through hard work and sweat, but, if things get complicated, I call for help. Carpentry is a little easier but still not my best suit. Then, too, if you live long enough, some of the things youve learned become obsolete. Take car engines, for example. I know a little about carburetors but nothing about fuel injection. Electrical systems on modern cars are completely beyond me. You have to have complicated electronic gear to figure out what is wrong, and Im not really interested in learning that. Similarly, through great effort, I learned to develop photographic film and make both color and black-and-white prints from negatives. Now, thanks to the digital revolution, you can barely buy film anymore. Thats okay, however. I dont miss all those smelly chemicals and the tedium involved with using them. Digital cameras are great and computer printing just fine. At the moment, though, I am a little short on my coffee consumption for the day. Id better correct that and maybe take some black liquid out onto the deck to drink. That is not a problem. Im pretty good at carrying coffee around. Maybe, too, Ill take my digital camera along and try to capture the sunset, which seems to be shaping up nicely. Life goes on. Live and learn. (By the way, opinions vary. Corinne has a lower opinion of my coffee-carrying skills than I do. Something about spots on the floor.) The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Risk Management Agency announced Tuesday that it will update the methodology to set crop insurance premiums, leading to lower insurance premium rates for many corn and soybean producers in the 2012 crop year. The rate adjustment is based on findings of an independent study and peer review process. We are improving the formulation of our rate-making methodology, and are moving to establish the most fair and appropriate premium rates for todays producers, said RMA Administrator William J. Murphy. On average, these new rates should reduce corn farmers rates by 7 percent and soybean farmers by 9 percent. RMA contracted for a study by Sumaria Systems Inc., which examined premium rates, and the rating process, starting with the United States two major commodities: corn and soybeans. RMA then requested an independent expert peer review to provide feedback on the Sumaria study results. RMA will conduct further review and analysis of the studys recommendations along with comments and issues raised by peer reviewers, making additional adjustments as warranted and appropriate. Accordingly, RMA is taking action to implement adjustments to premium rates in a phased in approach that allows for any further adjustment pending additional analysis of peer review comments. RMA periodically reviews premium rates and makes necessary adjustments for
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GFP reminds of upcoming bobcat seasons and requirements

With the 2012-13 bobcat season beginning on December 8, Game, Fish and Parks officials remind hunters and trappers of several new requirements and opportunities. The first-ever bobcat season east of the Missouri River will run from December 8 through December 30, 2012. Only the counties of Buffalo, Brule, Charles Mix, Bon Homme, and Yankton are open. Hunters and trappers are restricted to one bobcat per person in those open counties. The bobcat season in all counties west of the Missouri River will open December 8, 2012, and close on February 15, 2013. There is no limit on bobcats in West River counties. A South Dakota Furbearer License is required to hunt or trap bobcats and all bobcats must be checked and tagged by GFP personnel. All hunters and trappers who take bobcats are required to remove the pelts from the carcasses and surrender the entire carcasses within five days of harvest to GFP personnel for registration and tagging. Once the season is closed, an individual has 24 hours to notify GFP personnel of any untagged bobcats harvested dur-

ing the season. No person may possess, purchase, or sell raw bobcat pelts that are not legally tagged. GFP, in conjunction with South Dakota State University, is conducting research on bobcat carcasses to obtain important population and biological information. GFP is researching bobcats in several areas of South Dakota, said Wildlife Damage Program Administrator Keith Fisk. Well be evaluating reproduction, body condition, and stomach content of all harvested bobcats. As a result, carcasses minus the lower jaw -may not be returned to hunters or trappers for several months. The evaluation project is expected to last the entire season. This information is necessary for managing bobcats and will assist us in future management direction in South Dakota, Fisk said. For more information on the complete set of rules associated with trapping and shooting bobcats, visit the GFP website http://gfp.sd.gov/hunting/trapping/default.aspx or contact a local wildlife conservation officer, wildlife damage specialist, or GFP Division of Wildlife office.

U.S. Senator Tim Johnson released the following statement on former Gov. Mike Rounds Senate announcement: I consider Mike a friend, and I welcome him to the race. I had an excellent working relationship with him during his eight years as Governor, and the fact that he has already re-stated his refusal to take the Grover Norquist "no tax increases under any circumstances" pledge is a very good sign. Our country faces a real fiscal dilemma, and tax increases on the wealthy absolutely have to be a part of the solution. While I'm sure that Mike and I will have

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some policy disagreementswhich is to be expectedI am more than willing to give credit where it is due. And the fact that Mike realizes that it is irresponsible to take tax increases off the negotiating table is absolutely to his credit. As in past campaigns, I will make my formal announcement later next year. But I feel great, still have work to do, and I fully intend to put together a winning campaign in the weeks and months ahead. In the meantime, I intend to continue to focus on my important work representing South Dakota.

feed the wife, son and some ranch guys in addition to myself. As it happened, we decided many years ago to home-school son Chance, and wife Corinne wasnt sure she could both teach and cook. The cooking was known to take quite a bit of time, especially on those days the men came for dinner which they did fairly often. As a result, I volunteered for kitchen duty. This was fine, but I had to stretch my meager skills somewhat to avoid serving the same fare every day and also to accommodate some food sensitivities plus likes and dislikes. I basically can and do eat almost everything without much trouble, but this doesnt hold true for everyone. Anyway, through doing it, I learned to cook a varied menu. Whats more, I tend to get carried away with any project I take on so I learned a lot more than strictly necessary through my fondness for experimentation. Some experiments came out nicely and others not so much. Scones were not a major success. Even the dog wouldnt eat them. He buried them instead. Tacos, on the other hand, turned out well including making the shells from scratch. We have eaten a lot of those. I have also invented various menu items and desserts although often from goofing up and trying to correct matters. Take the chocolate cherry meringue cake I came up with through accidentally adding too much sugar when trying to make an angel-food cake. After cogitating over that mistake a bit, I decided to add some cocoa and chopped cherries and see what happened. It turned out very well indeed, and I still make it from time to time. I had to call it a meringue cake because adding too much sugar to egg whites gives you meringue, not angel food, but thats no big deal. The other day, though, I messed up making that cake by setting the oven to 275 degrees instead of 325. I didnt notice the error until after Id taken the pan out and turned it upside down to cool. The cake then fell out of the tin so something was obviously wrong

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actuarial soundness, aiming to establish the most appropriate premium rates for todays producers. The current approach will make a concerted effort to adjust premium rates in a manner that recognizes the latest technology, weather, and program performance information. Updated data pertaining to prevented planting, replant payment, and quality adjustment loss experience, was also used in determining rates changes. RMA will release actuarial documents by November 30 reflecting premium rates and other program information that will be effective for the 2012 spring crop season. DATES TO REMEMBER/ DEADLINES: December 25: Office Closed for Christmas Day January 1: Office Closed for New Years Day

Selected Interest Rates for December 2012 Commodity Loans 1.125 percent Farm Operating Loans Direct 1.125 percent Farm Ownership Loans Direct 3.125 percent Farm Ownership Loans Direct Down Payment, Beginning Farmer or Rancher 1.500 percent Farm Storage Facility Loans 7 Yr 1.125 percent Farm Storage Facility Loans 10 Yr 1.750 percent Farm Storage Facility Loans 12 Yr 1.875 percent

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outlined According to tunity Fund was One in seven South Dakota Enhancem South Dakota Loan Spedesigned by the ent Authority, supporting facts. trict; Paula Corcoran, fall below the Development; Housing Developm South Dakotans cialist from Rural Housing Cols House is price of a Governor the price poverty rate. Bill Hanson, Rural McCracken, than many the includes Joy Also, rents are more $35,500, which laborative; and tion to the can afford. Dakota Home of the house, transporta South Dakotans NeighborWorks Land Trust. placement on the fact sheet, the buyers lot and According to the For Resources and Dakota Market Rent well attended or basement. average HUD Fair apartment in foundation The meeting was contractors two or less indiom households with income cannot for a two-bedro by business people, as $556 per month. U.S. Representative the community, 153,743 viduals, combined South Dakota is and members of housefrom surroundsupporting the need exceed $42,280, and for Al-Anon on meetings call Other facts well as residents individu207,594 rental housAn approximate Matt Varilek with three or more cannot Fo r AlAn for the fund include: ing communities. as evi- holds e and place. income e of 50 was reported. for markets are tight, 669-2596 for tim Noem als, combined ing Kristi attendanc ssioner vacancy rates; The credit exceed $48,320. denced by low Lauseng said, Public Utilities Commi 140,413 s time was exceeds assisto Jewell (Bork), A question and answer asked, if Open AA meeting. at the demand for housing is a shortage this meeting goes p.m there 187,340 and Dave Geisler GoverThursdays 8:00 Matt McGovern tance available; what a great turnout! meeting by affordable opened Call 530-0371 bought a the East Commons. in funding to develop underuti- the school district they sell it to a 19,686 Lauseng started programs Kristie Fiegen are could or 280-7642. housing; vouchers Dakotans are nors House, presenting housing responded that the South Dakota Russell Clarke ssioner lized; some South safe housing; teacher. Knutson could, with peroffered through ent Authority. and Public Utilities Commi Blood Drive Blood Services 111,419 the school district lacking decent Housing Developm are struggling to mission from the South Dakota the First-Time The United n South Dakotans He spoke about 226,532 blood drive Frithe Commuover their head. District. Henderso Nick Nemec will be hosting a 6 from 9:00 maintain a roof Homebuyer Program, ent Program of these Housing to attendees that a mod1 day, November An in-depth review is nity Home Improvem Investment Chris Nelson through the explained at the Jones House Program the HOME State Senator can be requested a.m.-2:30 p.m. ified Governors facts (CHIP). 4,405 and the nce Shed. Housing Develop- available for schools, healthcare County Ambula South Dakota Partnerships Program facilities. Program, as 3,909 providers and medical ment Authority. Larry Lucas Governor s House of a housing RC&D asked about the Planning Terry Van Dam South Central C&D will be Henderson from District III les. well as the possibility Kent Juhnke ent ents on comparab South Central R November and Developm needs study. State Representative d Housing requirem , the comparables, or all availg on 2,078 are holding a meetin y spoke next of Prairielan PHD is a Currently These programs p.m. at the Melin the communit who meet cerne 15, 2012 at 1:30 2,981 Development (PHD). ion whose lack thereof, able to applicants Maynard Konech useum /Lib ra ry to obtain a loan. set by each prol et te Coun ty M non-profit organizat the devel- make it difficult tain qualifications programs are on Main Street support answered the question, er James Schaefer Building located main goal is to gram. All of the this question housing in Lauseng S.D. The public safe, affordJones County Treasur 267 in White River, stating that he hears now, he has opment of affordable designed to provide ties to lowtend. information can e, and right is welcome to at the region. More able housing opportuni 350 ictiii.org. everywher for the problem. moderate income Beth Feddersen be found at www.distr to no answer income or low to picked back up helpful insights The discussion Henderson gave applicants. Debra Byrd learn to manwith Corcoran from n can be found by Karlee Barnes the crowd including: More informatio over after a break ent. She spoke of and dont on the South South Dakota age expectations also cautioned Rural Developm Funding and SinAccording to the about each program Development He State website, Direct Program reach housing. Secretary of Dakota Housing Ownership www.sdhda. aware of their County reported gle Family Home developers to be sdsos.gov, Jones Authoritys website, get commitment Guaranteed Loans (section 504). voter turnout, 1.800.540.4241. market, and to an 82.93 percent org or by calling project. a low income grant Housing and enough to be the before starting any the Central Section 504 is Jacobs, from very which was good ent (HUD) was turnout in South program that helps Knutson from highest voter Urban Developm told attendees ent Dis- and loan homeowners remove South Dakota Enhancem detail low income Dakota. next to speak, and hazards, or offered has three to greater health and safety trict went in Jones County about the programs about the s House Proone, Okaton, homeowners repair talked about the Governorbeen a lot of helps such precincts, number through HUD. He through HUD, and number their homes. gram. There have number three, Murdo, programs funded at Centerville, found program in the be can Hanson is from changes with this five, Draper. which a half years, said S.D. and explained what his small and Murdo and addressed last one and one Both Okaton the www.hud.gov, ity Fund. the Murdo Audiy did to overcomeThey Knutson. precincts voted in Housing Opportun new to the communit precinct sheet with they faced. fact Draper One specific feature housing issues According to a torium, while the Town Hall. school districts the South Dakoa community assessprogram is that voted in the Draperturnouts are as data compiled by Governor s performed ent Authori, finding that houscan now purchase . They can ment in 2004 Specific precinct ta Housing Developm issue. ity Fund 82.95 percent; Homes for employees nt method ing was the biggest follows: Okaton, ty, a Housing Opportun with revthe panel fund percent; Draper, McCracken concluded Neighboruse this as a recruitme Murdo, 80.30 will be a new stateenable commuQualifications behalf of to Jones County has for new teachers. must own the and spoke on 85.96 percent. enue dedicated Home Resources to create and voters, which include: the school school proper- Works Dakota Trust. Neighbor750 registered nities all over S.D. check on registered voters affordable to hardand Dakota Land house and put it and Jackie Fosheim promeans that 622 preserve homes either at the to have a popula- Works is a non-profit housing veterans, per Tim Hochhalter ty; the town has working families, s, seniors and Check in here! they enter the auditorium to vote. Barnes submitted a ballot, absentee balor less; and, it to help applicants an gram developed list as tion of 2,500 people in a polls, or through sons with disabilitie Photos by Karlee voters off the a rural school dis- purchase, maintain and stay that S.D. is one has to be used in lot. others. Jacobs said currently has few. No school dis- home. The target market is WestCounty elected that trict, to name a Locally, Jones of three states More informafund. to the Jones County ern South Dakota. at www.neighno housing trust highest state turnout Debra Byrdposition. tion can be found County voters for Treasurer s GREAT job Jones borworksdhr.org. the panel if Denny Moore asked available there were any programs families and for middle income said, Not individuals. Lauseng programs for first really. There are The First Time time home buyers. income Homebuyer Program County is Jones requirement for a family of two for $60,400 or less limit of less, with a purchase or $204,432. a lot of The meeting provided n for those with helpful informatio restriction. The a low income interested in panel urged those nt to get the community developme They also sugfrom the Central residents involved.ng community encouragi of a Marlene Knutson Governors House ment District brought a scale model the gested as many community pride, take and after Enhance ent projects will South Dakota to display during fairly flexible improvem Governors house the homes are South Dakota man power. explained that requested. meeting. Knutson extras, at a higher price, if with and can come

Murdo Area Chamber the South State with merce partnered sponsor a public 69.65 percent Central RC&D to inadequate meeting to discuss 239,083 communities, housing in small 59,009 such as Murdo. from feder96,162 A panel of speakers agencies with al, state and local 228,663 presented inforhousing programs on what the 125,690 mation and insights overcome the do to community can 215,612 it currently faces. housing issues able to discuss 186,919 They also were communisome ways to encourage programs 142,366 through ty improvement Dakota. 215,602 such as Paint South Mark included: Speakers 118,141 Director for Lauseng, Executive Housing Devel151,466 the South Dakota Roger Jacobs, ; 198,531 opment Authority left, passes out for Housing Field Office Director ent (HUD); tion Mark Lauseng, 139,719 Providing informa questions from Ray Erikson. and Urban Developm Barnes answers , Executive DirecPhotos by Karlee 190,074 brochures and Greg Henderson and Development tor for Planning of this 114,560 Knutson, taken advantage District III; Marlene Oppor- trict has for Central 235,006 The need for a Housing with so far. Executive Director a brochure ent Dis-

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Noem Sends Christmas greetings to troops, encourages South Dakotans to participate

Rep. Kristi Noem participated in an American Red Cross letterwriting campaign to our men and women overseas this holiday season and encouraged South Dakotans to participate. Our men and women serving abroad are spending this holiday season away from their families and loved ones, and showing our gratitude for their sacrifice is especially important, said Rep. Noem. I know South Dakotans deeply appreciate the sacrifices the members of our military make for our freedom, and I encourage anyone wanting to say thank you to send a letter saying so. Anyone wishing to send a letter to our troops abroad need only to send their letter or letters to the following address before December 7, 2012: Holiday Mail for Heroes, P.O. Box 5456, Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456.

Davis-Bahcall scholarship offers opportunities to young scientists

South Dakota high school seniors and college freshmen can now apply for Davis-Bahcall Scholarships and the chance to study next summer at the Sanford Underground Science and Engineering Laboratory in Lead with worldrenowned researchers from universities across the United States and overseas, if funding allows. Applications are available on the South Dakota Department of Educations website. Up to 12 South Dakota students will receive scholarships. The deadline to apply is January 20, 2013. Select students will be invited to interview at various locations in the state for the program; scholarship winners will be announced by early March. Davis-Bahcall Scholarship recipients spend one month during the summer studying such things as physics, engineering and geology, and learning from distinguished professors from around the world.

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In addition to the one-month summer study, those receiving scholarships may have the opportunity to apply for pre-selected summer internships. To be eligible for the scholarships, high school seniors and college freshmen must attend public or private high schools or postsecondary institutions in South Dakota. Home-school students also are eligible. Students must have a demonstrated interest in science and intend to pursue advanced degrees in math, science, engineering or technology. The scholarships, which are funded by the 3M Company and the South Dakota Space Grant Consortium, are named for renowned physicists Dr. Ray Davis and Dr. John Bahcall. For more information, including details about the application procedure, visit the South Dakota Department of Educations website at doe.sd.gov. Look for the Scholarships link in the A-Z Index.

by Senator John Thune It has been a hot, dry year in South Dakota. The drought-stricken landscape and the loss of crops, hay, and pastures have made this a challenging year for farmers, ranchers, and communities across South Dakota. Even certain areas of the state that experienced excess rainfall in 2011 suffered from lower than normal rainfall this year. The drought-induced low water levels of the Missouri mean that less water is available to be released from the Missouri River, which eventually flows into the Mississippi River in St. Louis. The trickle-down effect of diminished water flows has caused economic losses for businesses along the Mississippi due to reduced barge traffic. I understand and appreciate the economic challenges faced by the businesses along the Mississippi River; however, some lawmakers and groups have recently issued requests for the president to make an emergency declaration that would allow the Corps to deviate from the Missouri River Master Manuel. The Corps Master Control Manual governs the Corps management of the Missouri River and doesnt take into consideration the impacts of barge traffic on the Mississippi River. If the president complies with this unprecedented request, precious water would be released from the Missouri River reservoirs to aid navigation on the Mississippi River. Under existing law, such actions are not permitted by the president or the Corps of Engineers.

Request for additional Missouri Daugaard encourages more River releases threatens interests taxpayers, NOT more taxes
Even more troubling is the real concern about how the release of water from the Missouri River would impact communities in our region that are dependent on this critical water source. Due to harsh drought conditions experienced along the Missouri River, a declaration from the president would have a significant negative impact on the people and businesses that depend on Missouri River water. According to the Corps of Engineers, the water levels on the Missouri are already 20 percent below the normal levels due to this years drought. The release of additional water from Missouri River reservoirs would only exacerbate the drought-related conditions experienced by the communities, tribes, and industries that rely on water from the Missouri River. Thats why I have spearheaded an effort joined by members of the South Dakota, North Dakota, Kansas, and Montana delegations to urge the president, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and the Corps of Engineers to deny any requests for water releases. Denying the requests for an emergency declaration will prevent both short and long-term consequences such actions would have on Missouri River states. I will continue to work with my colleagues in the Senate to ensure the president, FEMA, and the Corps balance their efforts to address this situation on the Mississippi River while ensuring they understand the negative impact such efforts could have on Missouri River communities. The days following Thanksgiving are widely known for launching the Christmas shopping season, as retailer specials draw crowds of shoppers. The shopping days have become so ingrained in our American culture they have earned their own nicknames: Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday. Cyber Monday (November 26) was the date on which online retailers offered large discounts and dramatically boosted their sales. Each year, Cyber Monday sets a new record for money spent online in a single day. This year was no different, with some analysts estimating more than $1.5 billion dollars spent during the 24hour period. I expect the trend held true in South Dakota as well. The 2012 Cyber Monday giftbuying binge also likely broke another record: most purchases made in South Dakota without paying sales tax. Currently, only businesses with a substantial nexus or physical presence in South Dakota must collect sales tax on goods purchased online. Out-of-state retailers, who are not physically located in South Dakota, have no such obligation. The current system doesnt make sense, and it even discriminates among online purchases. If you buy a new iPod at your local retailer, you pay the sales tax. If you buy it online at BestBuy.com or WalMart.com, you pay the sales tax, because those businesses have retail operations in South Dakota. But if you buy your iPod from Amazon.com, you dont pay sales tax simply because Amazon has no warehouse or other physical location in South Dakota.

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by Rep. Kristi Noem As South Dakotans, we know all too well just how cold it can get here in the Great Plains during the winter months. Before the first major snowfall of the year, its important to take the time to make sure our families, homes and vehicles are prepared for the winter season. Organizations like the American Red Cross and the National Weather Service encourage South Dakotans to have winter weather supply kits in vehicles, as well as the home. This kit should include water, non-perishable food, a shovel, battery-powered radio, a flashlight, warm clothing and blankets, medication and emergency contact information, among other items. The South Dakota Office of Emergency Management has published a 2012 Winter Weather Preparedness Guide, to read it, visit www.oem.sd.gov. Our family has a NOAA Weather Radio, which alerts us of any potential weather threats. The weather radio warns of approaching strong winds, severe wind chills and blizzards. I would encourage people to take action to ensure theyre aware of potential weather threats, whether through

the use of a radio like the one our family uses or through other means. In addition to compiling a winter weather supply kit, South Dakotans should ensure that all vehicles are winterized and that the gas tank is full to prevent the fuel line from freezing. The Red Cross also encourages homeowners to maintain heating equipment on an annual basis. So before Santa makes his way down the chimney, make sure to have the fireplace and furnace cleaned and inspected by a professional. Many communities across South Dakota are sponsoring coat drives, where individuals can donate old or extra winter coats for those who are in need. For example, Kidz-n-Coats is a program that donates winter coats to children in the Sioux Falls area. I encourage South Dakotans across the state to reach out to area organizations to see what opportunities are available in each community. Although some may grumble about snow or the falling temperatures, there are also many who enjoy snow like my son, Booker. Not only will we make sure we have our snow shovels ready, the Noem household will also be pulling snow sleds out of storage. The winter months provide unique opportunities for families to spend time together building snowmen or ice skating, but we shouldnt forget that cold temperatures and icy conditions should be taken seriously.

Sylvatic plague confirmed on Ft. Pierre National Grassland

Tests have confirmed that Yersinia pestis, the bacteria that causes sylvatic plague, was found in fleas collected from prairie dog colonies on the Fort Pierre National Grassland. According to Ruben Leal, Fort Pierre District Ranger, testing was done at the University of South Dakota in Vermillion, by Hugh Britten, Ph.D. Plague was first detected in South Dakota in 2004 and has been migrating north and west. Since then, Y. pestis was detected on the Buffalo Gap National Grasslands, Badlands National Park in 2008 and on the Lower Brule Indian Reservation in 2009. To date, there have not been any confirmed cases of plague in humans in South Dakota. The Fort Pierre Ranger District personnel will continue to monitor for plague in prairie dog colonies and coordinate efforts with cooperating partners. While rare with less than 10-20 infections each year in the United States, humans can contract plague from prairie dogs or other rodents. The disease is transmitted by infected fleas and is easily treatable with antibiotics when caught early. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) plague usually occurs in warmer seasons, but can be acquired anytime during the year. Warmer, shorter winters may also contribute as it prevents natures ability to decrease flea populations. Prevention is the best remedy and easy with general safety meas-

Heres an even worse example: A customer can walk into a South Dakota business, browse the merchandise, talk to the salesman, then pull out his smartphone, scan the barcode, and order the product from an online retailer while standing in the store! Like most South Dakotans, I do not support raising tax rates. However, I do support equity and uniformity among those who make sales to South Dakotans. If South Dakota retailers have to pay sales taxes, their competitors online should as well. This is not a new tax it is asking online retailers to pay the tax that is already legally due on these sales. We should be constantly striving to add more taxpayers, not adding more taxes or increasing tax rates. Whether by adding online retailers to the tax rolls, encouraging business growth or getting unemployed folks back to work, we should strive to achieve a broad, stable tax base. Online shopping has given every South Dakotan access to more goods and services than ever before, if they are willing to pay for shipping. There is nothing wrong with this. We should not, however, disadvantage our local retailers or our state budget by allowing outof-state online businesses to avoid paying sales tax. We need Congress to act, and I support Congressional efforts to simplify and standardize remittance of sales taxes collected from online purchases. It creates an even playing field for our local businesses and increases tax revenues the right way- by adding more taxpayers, not more taxes or higher rates.

ures. First, avoid contact with wild rodents, such as prairie dogs, as they may have infected fleas. Do not handle dead rodents and never feed wildlife. It is especially important to keep pet dogs and cats away from prairie dog towns and dead rodents because they could pick up an infected flea and transmit to humans. Use flea collars on outdoor pets that may be near possibly infected areas Typical symptoms of plague resemble the flu with sudden onset of fever and chills, headache, muscle ache, nausea and vomiting, swollen lymph nodes and generally feeling sick. It is very important to seek medical attention early and inform the physician if you have been in a known plague area or had potential exposure to infected animals within the previous two - six days. For more information contact the Center of Disease Control, www.cdc.gov.

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Rock, Paper, Scissors! After a quick mutual understanding on how the game was played, Bev Ball and Stacey Booth faced off in a game of Rock, Paper, Scissors to determine the winners of the group contest. Photos by Karlee Barnes

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Legal Notices
Notice of Delinquent Real Estate Taxes in Jones County, S.D.
State of South Dakota County of Jones I, Beverly Andrews, treasurer of Jones County, do hereby certify that all the lands in Jones County on which taxes for the year 2011 remain unpaid will be sold for amount of the taxes with penalty and interest, advertising and other costs, accuring thereon, as provided by law, at the office of the county treasurer of Jones County in the courthouse in Murdo, South Dakota, beginning at the hour of 9 oclock a.m. in the forenoon on Dec. 17, 2012, A.D., and continuing until 4 p.m. in the afternoon, of said day or until all lands are sold. Following is a list of the lands to be sold as aforesaid, and the amount of the tax thereon, all interest, penalty and costs will be added thereto and including on the amount paid for each certificate. Given under my hand this 3rd day of December, 2012. /s/Beverly Andrews Beverly Andrews County Treasurer of Jones County South Dakota Notice of Tax Sale to Printer Name of Owner or In Whose Name Assessed Lyman, Lon M. Lyman, Lon M. Lyman, Lon M. Lyman, Lon M. Lyman, Lon M. Lyman, Lon M. Lyman, Lon M. Lyman, Lon M. Subdivision or Section or Lot Section or Lot Township Range Year Taxes or Block Became Delinquent 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 Taxes Due

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Proceedings of the Jones County School District #37-3

Regular Session November 12, 2012 The Board of Education of the Jones County School District No. 37-3 met in regular session on November 12, 2012, in the high school library with the following members present: Michael Hunt-President, Carrie Lolley--Vice President, Chad Whitney, Scott Mathews and Brett Nix. Board President Hunt called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. with board members present answering roll call. All actions in these minutes were by unanimous vote by members present unless otherwise stated. Others Present: Larry Ball--CEO/ Principal, Lorrie Esmay--Principal, Tami Schreiber--Business Manager, Jim Volmer, Kent Nies, Brenda Weber, Karlee Barnes, Bobbie Knispel and Gary Knispel. AGENDA: Motion by Lolley, seconded by Whitney to approve the agenda. MINUTES: Motion by Nix, seconded by Mathews to approve the minutes of the October 8, 2012 Regular Meeting. EXPENDITURES: Motion by Whitney, seconded by Lolley to approve the expenditures and the issuing of checks on November 12, 2012. PAYROLL BY DEPT: FICA paid through First Fidelity Bank, Retirement check issued to SD Retirement System and Health Insurance check issued to Three Rivers Insurance Fund. PAYROLL: $90,801,24; EMPLOYER SHARE: FICA $6,387.21, RETIREMENT $4,800.20; HEALTH INSURANCE $10,519.11. GENERAL FUND: BankWest Ins--Ins $145.00; Best Buy--Kindle Fires $1,931.66; Books are Fun--Bows/Books $123.00; Stacey Booth--Gas/ Supplies $139.87; Century Business--Copier Agreements $124.34; Chesterman--Pop $604.00; Childrens Care--Services $80.00; City of Murdo--Water $1,262.86; Rose Comp--Corsages $40.65; Connecting Point--Bulb $245.00; Corkys-Supplies $53.00; Daktronics--Bulbs $225.00; Days Inn--Lodging $118.00; DHS--Band Shirts $484.00; DoAll--Citrix $160.00; Farmers Union--Bus Fuel/Gas $3,498.33; Farner Bocken--Concessions $653.03; Amazon --Supplies $1,131.14; David Geisler--Mileage $156.88; Lea Glaze--Tylenol $5.68; Golden West-Phone $528.60; Haggertys--Reeds $125.96; Harlows--Leveling Valves $705.64; Heartland Waste--Garbage Collection $370.00; Herff Jones--Diplomas $90.68; Hillyard--Batteries $1,864.68; Howard Johnson--Lodging $532.80; Amoco--Gas $546.59; Inmans-

-Filters $30.75; JC Clinic--Bus Physical $120.00; Gary Knispel--Consultant $1,000.00; Neil Krogman--Basketballs $53.00; Moores--Supplies/ Shed $1,816.76; Coyote--Ads/Minutes/ TRAX $228.83; Murdo Foods--Supplies $626.89; Methodist Church--Snacks $40.94; Officemax--Supplies $81.88; Peak Fitness--Services $555.00; Pepsi-Pop $233.10; Pioneer Drama--Play Books/Royalty $196.00; Pittsco--Supplies $177.19; Popplers--Music $627.41; Scholastic--Magazines $225.94; School Specialty--Sanitizer $101.18; One Call-Cable Tickets $12.21; Servall-Mops/Towels Cleaned $628.16; SHI-Licenses $101.02; SUI--Fee $100.00; Spark--CDs $70.96; Super 8--Lodging $69.00; TemTech--Repairs $568.69; Venard Inc--Service $713.89; Katie Venard--Gas $22.50; West Central-Electricity $1,920.43. CAPITAL OUTLAY: AVI--Sound System Deposit $10,311.20; Farmers Union-Propane $1,402.94; Amazon--Library Books $245.20; Hauff--Basketball Uniforms $4,092.00; Scholastic--Books $86.44; SHI--Printers $3,583.44; Todays Classroom--Desks $4,536.48; West Central--Electricity $3,097.21. SPECIAL EDUCATION: PAYROLL $15,227.62; EMPLOYER SHARE FICA $1,117.25, RETIREMENT $877.19, HEALTH INSURANCE $2,548.95. EXPENDITURES: Childrens Care--Services/Tuition $9,316.08; Ed Testing-Assessments $180.00; Amazon--Discs $253.47; Parent--Mileage $26.64; Diane Mueller--Testing $788.80; School Specialty--Supplies $68.42; TAESE--Training $50.00. PENSION: None. FOOD SERVICE: CashWa--Bun Rack $318.49; Corkys--Thermometer $4.49; Lunchtime Solutions--Meals $12,668.99. FINANCIAL REPORTS: Motion by Mathews, seconded by Nix to approve as follows: GENERAL FUND: Bal. Bro't Fwd $481,975.75; RECEIPTS Ad Valorem Taxes $10,148.05, Mobile Home Taxes $88.93, Penalties $81.90, Interest $49.14, Admissions $2,216.15, Rental $975.00, Concessions $3,244.16, Co Apportionment $2,038.00, State Aid $30,970.00, Donations $1,404.23, 21st Attendance $343.00, Fuel Reimb $53.36, Rev in Lieu of Taxes $3,723.12. EXPENDITURES $138,155.39; Bal on Hand Checking $44,328.13; MMDA $104,827.26; Investments $250,000.00. CAPITAL OUTLAY: Bal Bro't Fwd $174,276.63; RECEIPTS: Ad Valorem Taxes $2,433.39; Mobile Home Taxes $15.97, Penalties $10.65, Interest $10.45, Sale of Asset $2,100.00. EXPENDITURES $9,501.89; Bal on Hand Checking $78,550.49; MMDA $90,794.71; Investments -0-. SPECIAL EDUCATION: Bal Bro't Fwd

$929,874.21; RECEIPTS: Ad Valorem Taxes $3,466.71, Mobile Home Taxes $22.76, Penalties $15.18, Interest $59.32. EXPENDITURES $24,498.41; Bal on Hand Checking $436,749.57; MMDA $212,190.20; Investments $260,000.00. PENSION FUND: Bal Bro't Fwd $262,900.47; RECEIPTS: Ad Valorem Taxes $863.16, Mobile Home Taxes $5.67, Penalties $3.78. EXPENDITURES $0; Bal on Hand Checking $263,773.08; MMDA -0-; Investments -0FOOD SERVICE: Bal Bro't Fwd $30,688.46; RECEIPTS: Pupil Sales $9,062.93; Adult Sales $720.87, Headstart $453.33, Fed $8,148.36. EXPENDITURES $15,616.30; Bal on Hand Checking $33,457.65; MMDA -0-; Investments -0-. TRUST & AGENCY: Bal Bro't Fwd $58,078.57; RECEIPTS $7,681.75; EXPENSES $10,633.37; Bal on Hand $55,126.95. LANE CHANGE: Motion by Lolley, seconded by Whitney to approve JayTee Sealeys lane change from BA 12 to BA 24. WORK AGREEMENT: Motion by Nix, seconded by Mathews to approve the work agreement of Janna Glaze as 21st Century Staff Member at $8.00/hr. DISCUSSION: Thanksgiving Dinner, Gas Rite, Murdo Aud Projects, Elementary Intercom System, Basketball, Thanksgiving Break, Murdo Aud PA System, Coaching Requirements. EXECUTIVE SESSION: Motion by Mathews, seconded by Whitney to enter executive session at 7:45 p.m., in accordance with SDCL 1-25-2 subchapters a and b. Board President declared session over at 8:39 p.m. Motion by Mathews, seconded by Nix to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 8:46 p.m. Tami Schreiber, Business Manager Published December 6, 2012, at the total approximate cost of $68.23.

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