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Check out these new My Social Security features in the new year 2018 is here! It’s the New Year. There’s no better time to tell you about the new features we have in my Social Security. They not only save you time, but also put you in control of your retirement future. There are a growing number of states (and […]

Throwback Thursday

From the March 20, 1975 Edition of the West River Progress

Deal and Wall graduate from Black Hills State University

Black Hills State University candidates for graduation were awarded master, bachelor, associate degrees during the University’s 174th commencement ceremony this December. More than 200 students received their degrees. Degrees are indicated by the following: MBA, master of business administration; MED, master of education; MS, master of science; BA, bachelor of arts; BGS, bachelor of general studies; BS, bachelor of science; […]

Western Dakota Tech announces Fall 2017 Dean’s List

RAPID CITY, SD – Western Dakota Tech congratulates the 224 students named to the Fall 2017 Dean’s List. To qualify, students must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. The Dean’s List begins includes: Dupree – Macy Shupick, Bookkeeping.

Dupree Locals…

Kathy, Emily and Spencer Olsen and Shayna Farlee attended the boys basketball game on Thursday night. Shawn and Kathy Olsen, Emily and Spencer and Shayna Farlee spent Friday and Saturday in Pierre.  Emily, Spencer and Shayna played in a basketball tournament with their teams in Ft. Pierre on Saturday. Shawn and Kathy Olsen, Emily and Spencer were Sunday afternoon guests […]

Baby, it’s cold outside!

Some say “Sun Dogs” warn of frigid temperatures in the very near future. This picture was taken on the east side of Dupree early Monday morning. Temperatures dipped down to -21 degrees at one point during Monday night with wind chills 36 to 40 below. Brrrr! At 7:48 a.m. Tuesday morning on the drive in to Dupree, the car’s thermostat […]

Maynard to be honored at BHSS

The Stockman’s Banquet and Ball has a tradition of honoring those who have excelled in the agricultural industry as Stockmen and Agri-Business people. A special “Hall of Fame” distinction is awarded to an individual who has been influential in the growth and support of the Black Hills Stock Show®. New this year is the Horse Person of the Year. We […]

Dupree Blood Drive Coming Soon

A blood drive will be held in Dupree on Wednesday, January 24 at the Catholic Church Hall.  Due to staffing problems, they will start at noon with the last appointments at 3:30 p.m.  This puts an unexpected burden on donors that usually come later.  Blood is in short supply now with many people sick with the flu, so all donors […]

Tourism faces challenges from ag economy


PIERRE — Thanks to the Internet and technology, the South Dakota Department of Tourism knows much more about its customers. That was part of the message that the House Commerce and Energy Committee heard on Friday from Tourism Secretary Jim Hagen. “We know our visitor better than we ever have in our history,” Hagen said. Thanks to an increased ability […]

Education overview shows fewer school districts, higher teacher pay


PIERRE — At least one legislator is not happy with the results of the half cent sales tax increase that was used to increase teacher pay in South Dakota. “I’m concerned, as a taxpayer,” said Rep. Larry Zikmund, R-Sioux Falls, during a Wednesday meeting of the House Education Committee. Zikmund’s comment came after testimony from Department of Education Secretary Donald […]