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Burke native to promote new album in South Dakota

May 21, 2013 in The Daily Republic

Rehme Sutton released her debut album, “Long Road Home,” on May 10.
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Wagner man nabbed after chase

May 21, 2013 in The Daily Republic

Pursuit of up to 110 mph includes punched window.
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Failing Gregory elevator to be sold

May 21, 2013 in The Daily Republic

Co-op members approve purchase by NY company.
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Salem educator wins state award

May 20, 2013 in The Daily Republic

Mary Rae Skoglund named ag group’s Teacher of the Year.
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Funnel clouds spotted near Kimball, Plankinton

May 20, 2013 in The Daily Republic

NWS reports no damage.

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Cash stolen from lottery machines at Howard bar

May 20, 2013 in The Daily Republic

HOWARD — An undisclosed amount of cash was stolen from two lottery machines around 3 a.m. Sunday at the Longbranch Bar in Howard, according to Miner County Sheriff Larry Klinkhammer. Continue Reading

Honor song group promises continued efforts in Chamberlain

May 20, 2013 in The Daily Republic

CHAMBERLAIN (AP) Supporters of having an American Indian honor song played during high school graduation ceremonies in Chamberlain say they will not give up their battle with the school board. Continue Reading

MOUNT VERNON: School year winding down

May 20, 2013 in The Daily Republic

High school students gear up for state golf, track.
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SD school sharing plan moving slower than hoped

May 19, 2013 in The Daily Republic

Platte-Geddes Superintendent Dennis Goodwin had proposed that his district and those nearby should join forces by sharing teachers and having a single superintendent to save money.
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W. Springs man wins state 8-ball tourney despite losing ability to walk

May 18, 2013 in The Daily Republic

WESSINGTON SPRINGS Like other competitors in the state 8-ball tournament, Josh Luckett has a passion for the game. The difference is that Luckett, who is confined to a wheelchair, hasn’t played on his feet in seven years.
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