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Lawmaker was missing during one of Legislature’s busiest days and during two crucial votes on data center bills

Joshua Haiar

Saturday, February 28, 2026

PIERRE – Republican state Sen. John Carley of Piedmont said his unexplained absence from the entire Senate floor session during one of the busiest days of South Dakota’s annual legislative session – which led his colleagues to launch a search for him – was because of a medical appointment.

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Amateur archeology

Jerry Nelson

Saturday, February 28, 2026

I have been doing a bit of amateur archeology lately, digging deep, excavating through layers of an all-but-forgotten past. This process is sometimes painful as it causes me to review the awful fashion and haircut choices I made when I was growing up.

Automobile ownership decreases train passengers

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Automobile ownership decreases train passengers

News Staff

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Historic15 years ago March 7, 2011With another bad winter under their belt, homeowners in the Waubay area are facing even more threats of high water from Bitter and other surrounding lakes.

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Multiple accidents happen in weather event

Connor Handrahan

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Four accidents occurred in Day County Feb. 19. According to Day County Sheriff Jerred Schreur, these accidents took place throughout the day and no injuries were reported for any of the accidents. Schreur stated these accidents weren’t caused by anyone and it was just unfortunate weather and timing.

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Authorities handle report of cyber threats

News Staff

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Feb. 19Assisted Sheriff’s Office with non-injury accident at Hwy. 12 and 140th St.Ambulance assist at 300 blk. E. 6th Ave. Feb. 20 No calls. Feb. 21Ambulance assist; 900 blk. E. 5th St.Accidental 911 dial; 1100 blk. E. 4th St. Feb. 22Warning issued for dog at large violation.

Webster driver’s license exam station is temporarily closed, effective Feb. 23, due to staffing shortages. According to South Dakota Department of Public Safety Communications Director Brad Reiners, there is no current timeline for when the Webster station will re-open, but they are currently interviewing possible applicants to fill the empty positions. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

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DMV temporarily closing in Webster

Connor Handrahan

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Effective Feb. 23, the Webster, Milbank and Madison Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will be temporarily closing due to staff shortages.

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New fish consumption advisories placed on two Day County lakes

Connor Handrahan

Saturday, February 28, 2026

In a press release sent by South Dakota Department of Health (DOH), the DOH as well as Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources and South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks have completed its annual fish collection and sampling program.

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Load limit restrictions placed in Day County

Connor Handrahan

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Day County will have load limit restrictions placed on all county hard surfaced oil and some gravel roads.

90-year-old Sonny Larson is a Day County resident currently living at Strand-Kjorsvig Living Center. Larson has a wall full of his arts and crafts and pictures of his family. He said he and his daughter call at least once a week to check in on each other. “As long as I can hear her voice” said Larson. Reporter & Farmer | Connor Handrahan

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Hard work leads Larson to a satisfying life

Connor Handrahan

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Alvin Larson was born in 1935 and will be turning 91 in March. Although being named Alvin, he actually prefers his nickname, Sonny. Larson was given his nickname by his mother at a young age and he said he doesn’t exactly remember why she gave him it, but it’s stuck around his entire life.

Representative recaps first half of session

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Representative recaps first half of session

Logan Manhart (r)

Friday, February 20, 2026

Hello District 1. The first half of the 101st Legislative Session is in the books. This session has hundreds and hundreds of bills and resolutions across both chambers. With so many bills, it can be hard to stay up to date.

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