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B&B RV NOT ONLY WORKS ON CAMPERS but can fix your trailer issues, wiring, brakes, bearings, and also your light ATV & UTV. Call 605-864-6258.

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FOR SALE IN FLANDREAU: 3 BEDROOM HOME. Full unfinished block basement, single unattached garage, large lot. Vicki - 605-4284453. Bill - 605-997-3980. SCHMIDTY’S WELDING General Welding Repair. 15 years Welding Experience. Quality Workmanship. Robert Schmidt. 605-8641276. Colman, SD. tf724 B & B STEELWORKS NOW BUYING CARS, TRUCKS, & FARM EQUIPMENT. Top dollar paid. Will pick up! 23165, 476th Avenue, Flandreau SD. Ph. 605-310-0329 (Bernie) or 605-951-5707. (Kelly). APARTMENTS FOR RENT: BOULDER HEIGHTS APT., FLANDREAU SD. Rent based on income. Rental assistance available. Equal Opportunity Housing. 1-888368-3330. TF2220

The Breadbasket food pantry is open Thursdays from 1:30 to 5 pm for Moody County residents (excluding the 5th Thursday of the month). 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau (605) 5730935 Please “like” us on Facebook for more information. tf930 YOST ELECTRIC. Residential/Agricultural. Commercial/Industrial/ Solar. 10 years experience. Licensed in South Dakota and Minnesota. Nathan Yost, Owner. 1026 110th Avenue, Elkton, SD 57026. Ph. 507-820-1540. nathanryost@gmail.com

ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605530-3211.

Help Wanted Paraprofessional Flandreau Public Schools. Send Resume, cover letter and reference letters to:Supt. Rick Weber 600 W. Community Drive Flandreau, SD 57028. 605-997-3263. EOE tf92 FOR SALE IN FLANDREAU: 3 BEDROOM HOME. Full unfinished block basement, single unattached garage, large lot. Vicki - 605-4284453. Bill - 605-997-3980. SCHMIDTY’S WELDING General Welding Repair. 15 years Welding Experience. Quality Workmanship. Robert Schmidt. 605-8641276. Colman, SD. tf724 B&B RV NOT ONLY WORKS ON CAMPERS but can fix your trailer issues, wiring, brakes, bearings, and also your light ATV & UTV. Call 605-864-6258.

FAX 605-997-2352 • VOLUME 66 NUMBER 53 • WEDNESDAY, DEC. 30, 2020 YOST ELECTRIC. Residential/Agricultural. Commercial/Industrial/ Solar. 10 years experience. Licensed in South Dakota and Minnesota. Nathan Yost, Owner. 1026 110th Avenue, Elkton, SD 57026. Ph. 507-820-1540. nathanryost@gmail.com

YOST ELECTRIC. Residential/Agricultural. Commercial/Industrial/ Solar. 10 years experience. Licensed in South Dakota and Minnesota. Nathan Yost, Owner. 1026 110th Avenue, Elkton, SD 57026. Ph. 507-820-1540. nathanryost@gmail.com

J. KAY’S CLEANING SERVICE. 30 years experience. Competetive Rates. Call 605-215-8478. 4T122

IF YOU TELL THE TRUTH YOU DON’T HAVE TO REMEMBER ANYTHING!! “MARK TWAIN”

ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605530-3211.

CALL WES’S WELDING Farm Repair, Custom Fabricating, Roll Bending, Stainless Steel & Aluminum Welding. For all your welding needs Call 605-8641891. tf1121

Help Wanted Paraprofessional Flandreau Public Schools. Send Resume, cover letter and reference letters to:Supt. Rick Weber 600 W. Community Drive Flandreau, SD 57028. 605-997-3263. EOE tf92

DAVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR. Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs! tf

MIC H E L S TU MP GRINDING. Free estimates. Fully insured. Haul away and back fill available. Residential and commercial. Call 605-413-9717.

“LET EVERY NATION KNOW, whether it wishes us well or ill that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and success of Liberty.” John F. Kennedy

La despensa de alimentos Breadbasket está abierta los jueves de 1:30 a 5 pm para los residentes del condado de Moody (excepto el quinto jueves del mes). 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau (605) 573-0935 “Me gusta” en Facebook para obtener más información.

C E R T I F I E D NURSE AIDES & PROFESSIONAL NURSES Riverview Healthcare Center currently has positions available for Certified Nurse Assistants & Professional Nurses. 8.5 shifts/ Days, Evenings & Overnights available, Full & PartTime positions. New pay scale, sign on bonus for full-time, licensed & certified personnel. Health, Vision & Dental Insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Program, 401K, paid vacation and sick. Apply in person at 611 East 2nd Avenue, Flandreau SD 57028. Call for information at 605.997.2481 ask for Stacey or apply online at Empres.com. Help Wanted Paraprofessional Flandreau Public Schools. Send Resume, cover letter and reference letters to:Supt. Rick Weber 600 W. Community Drive Flandreau, SD 57028. 605-997-3263. EOE tf92 M IC H EL S TU MP GRINDING. Free estimates. Fully insured. Haul away and back fill available. Residential and commercial. Call 605-413-9717.

CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605-997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@patriotelectricinc.com TF

ERICKSEN SALVAGE. Buying old cars, trucks, scrap iron, old farm equipment, tin, and wire. Charlie Ericksen. Phone 605-2544654. TF627 CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@ patriot-electricinc.com TF FOR SALE: 44” WALK BEHIND SNOW BLOWER. Steering assist. Dual Wheels. 16 HP. Used very little. $1,200. Call 605-9973241, leave message. 2T1216 B & B STEELWORKS NOW BUYING CARS, TRUCKS, & FARM EQUIPMENT. Top dollar paid. Will pick up! 23165, 476th Avenue, Flandreau SD. Ph. 605-310-0329 (Bernie) or 605-951-5707. (Kelly). tf CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@ patriot-electricinc.com TF

ED’S SNOW REMOVAL. Call to make appointments for the season. 1-605-8640438. 2t1111

STOLTZFUS TRUCK & AG. DOT Inspections. Sandblasting. Repair. Ph. 507-820-1015. tf34

FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216

ADAM’S BUCKET SERVICE. TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL, Stump Grinding, Storm damage. I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message. TOTAL MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS, INC., 425 5TH AVENUE SOUTH, BROOKINGS SD 57006. PH. 1-605-692-9056. OUR CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS SPECIALIZE in tile, wood and concrete refinishing, fire and water restoration, carpet cleaning, ductwork cleaning, and upholstery cleaning. Free cost estimates on every job. “Total Maintenance, We don’t cut corners, we clean them.” DAVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR. Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs! tf MIC H E L S TU MP GRINDING. Free estimates. Fully insured. Haul away and back fill available. Residential and commercial. Call 605-413-9717.

HELP WANTED: Line Cook and Dishwasher. Apply in Person at Mad Mary’s in Flandreau. tf1223

ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605530-3211.

Help Wanted Paraprofessional Flandreau Public Schools. Send Resume, cover letter and reference letters to:Supt. Rick Weber 600 W. Community Drive Flandreau, SD 57028. 605-997-3263. EOE tf92 ADAM’S BUCKET SERVICE. TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL, Stump Grinding, Storm damage. I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message. IF YOU TELL THE TRUTH YOU DON’T HAVE TO REMEMBER ANYTHING!! “MARK TWAIN” La despensa de alimentos Breadbasket está abierta los jueves de 1:30 a 5 pm para los residentes del condado de Moody (excepto el quinto jueves del mes). 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau (605) 573-0935 “Me gusta” en Facebook para obtener más información.

Work from Home position opening: Sunbird Software is looking for someone who is good with MS Excel, working with numbers and details. Full time or parttime. Please contact Dawn Longville at Dawn. longville@sunbirddcim. com 2t1223 J. KAY’S CLEANING SERVICE. 30 years experience. Competetive Rates. Call 605-215-8478.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT: BOULDER HEIGHTS APT., FLANDREAU SD. Rent based on income. Rental assistance available. Equal Opportunity Housing. 1-888368-3330. TF2220

CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@ patriot-electricinc.com TF J. KAY’S CLEANING SERVICE. 30 years experience. Competetive Rates. Call 605-215-8478. 4T122 ED’S SNOW REMOVAL. Call to make appointments for the season. 1-605-8640438. 2t1111

CALL WES’S WELDING Farm Repair, Custom Fabricating, Roll Bending, Stainless Steel & Aluminum Welding. For all your welding needs Call 605-8641891. tf1121 DAVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR. Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs! tf FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216 HELP WANTED: Line Cook and Dishwasher. Apply in Person at Mad Mary’s in Flandreau. tf1223

ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605530-3211.

Help Wanted Paraprofessional Flandreau Public Schools. Send Resume, cover letter and reference letters to:Supt. Rick Weber 600 W. Community Drive Flandreau, SD 57028. 605-997-3263. EOE tf92 ADAM’S BUCKET SERVICE. TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL, Stump Grinding, Storm damage. I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message. ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605530-3211.

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ATTENTION:

Residents of Flandreau SD, Moody County, and the surrounding counties. Rudy’s Welding and Machine Shop at 208 East Park Avenue, Flandreau, SD has been closed to regular business hours since November 6, 2020 and will remain closed until further notice due to our ongoing legal battles in Flandreau. Curt Weigel and Jeff Weigel hope to continue serving our customers, friends, and neighbors in the future as has been the tradition since Rudy Weigel founded his dream circa April 14, 1941 by renting space in the Henry Thode Blacksmith Shop (Founded 1913). In 1950, Rudy purchased Thode’s business and we have been in our current location since 1952. If you have any questions or positive comments, please call Jeff at cell number 605-997-3760. Thank you for all you past and present support.

Providing the ultimate continuum of care for our

friends, family & neighbors.

Assisted Living | 605.997.2775

800 S Wind St, Flandreau | edgewoodhealthcare.com

NOW HIRING Facility Worker Primary responsibilities include custodial care and minor maintenance of buildings on DSU’s campus. Hours are 6:00am – 2:30pm or 7:00am – 3:30pm with occasional weekends.

Facilities Services Supervisor Supervise a team of facility workers, order and maintain inventory, and perform general cleaning and sanitizing tasks. Hours are 5:00am – 1:30pm with occasional weekends. To see the full position information or apply, please visit: https://dsu.edu/careers/ DSU is committed to recruitment, hiring and retention of minorities. We urge individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. Applicants with disabilities are invited to identify any necessary accommodations required in the application process. E-Verify, EOE

Flandreau Veterinary Clinic 200 South Veterans St. Flandreau, SD 57028 (605) 997-2721 Dr. Michael Prins & Dr. Charlie Stangohr

*Ultrasound *Dental prophylaxis *Digital radiographs *Large + small animal vaccine *Haul-in facility *Portable hydraulic chute with scale *Portable double alley tub *Tilt table for hoof work Office hours: Monday – Friday 8 am to 5 pm Thank- you for your business!!!!

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CHIEF OF POLICE Open: December 16, 2020

Until Filled

The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe is in search of a Police Chief with demonstrated leadership capabilities and the ability to convey integrity, respect, trust and instill confidence in his employees. The successful candidate must have a strong law enforcement background and a track record of sustainable community oriented initiatives. Candidates must be experienced, well qualified and possess exceptional skills as a leader, not just an administrator. This position will oversee 3-4 FT officers currently and provide services on the Flandreau Santee Sioux reservation. The ideal candidate for the Chief position possesses a solid educational background and experience with small town policing, demonstrated ability in leading teams, and building and maintaining the relationships within the community and other law enforcement and governmental agencies. Additionally, candidates should have knowledge and /or experience in the following areas: preventive and proactive measures in law enforcement, domestic violence and abuse, child protection, substance awareness and abuse programs, and other community education outreach. Specific Requirements: 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Public Safety, Criminal Justice or similar field, preferred. 2. A minimum of 5 years in law enforcement with 3 year of supervisory experience in a municipal setting required. 3. Valid Driver’s License. 4. Must have current Law Enforcement Certification. 5. Must be able to obtain and maintain an Adjudicated Law Enforcement Background Check. Salary for position is DOQ. The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe is an equal opportunity employer; however, preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates pursuant to Title 25, USC, Section 472. Verification must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian preference. Consideration will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible candidate. Applicants must provide three (3) professional references. Must submit to a P.L. 101-630 background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Applica?ons are available at the FSST Tribal Office or apply online at www.santeesioux.com May aHach resume to Tribal Applica?on. Preference in filing vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Sec?on 472). Verifica?on must be submiHed with the applica?on if claiming Indian Preference. Considera?on will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible. Direct ques?ons to Tribal Human Resources Department 605-997-3891 or email HR@fsst.org.

School Liaison Open: August 31, 2020 - Until Filled FLSA Status: Job Description:

Under the general supervision of the Education Director, the school liaison will develop and coordinate all aspects of the Education Demonstration grant and the 93-638 Johnson O’Malley program for the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe. The School Liaison will develop and coordinate individual education plans, cultural and recreational activities for Native students and professional development opportunities for students, parent committees, school board and administration. The school liaison will serve as a mentor advising students in college/career preparation, academic support and holistic wellness. Minimum Qualifications: • Must pass a PL 101-630 criminal and character background check. • Must have completed Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Family Studies, Child Development or closely related field. A combination of education and experience may be considered. • Must have administrative experience with coordinating, planning, organizing and implementing meetings and programs for a diverse audience. • Must have proficient computer skills with the ability to maintain computer records and data. • Must have demonstrated experience in preparing written reports. • Must be able to work occasional evening and weekends.

Must submit to a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Applica9ons are available at the FSST Tribal Office or apply online at www.santeesioux.com May aBach resume to Tribal Applica9on. Preference in filing vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Sec9on 472). Verifica9on must be submiBed with the applica9on if claiming Indian Preference. Considera9on will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible. Direct ques9ons to Tribal Human Resources Department 605-997-3891 or email HR@fsst.org

Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe

1 Full&me Clerk of Courts Open: December 16, 2020

Full Time – Non-Exempt

Tribal Vic3m Advocate

Closes: Un&l Filled

POSITION SUMMARY: The Clerk of Courts position is multi-focused requiring a wide range of responsibilities key to the court system. The employee will fulfill Court Administrator and Magistrate job duties. The employee serves as Clerk of civil, criminal, juvenile, traffic, small claims, and appellate courts. Receptionist, secretarial, legal assistant, and public relation duties are also requirements of this position. In brief, this employee greets all visitors and handles all incoming correspondence and telephone calls. Is responsible for budgets, record keeping, report writing, drafting pleadings, docketing cases, processing and filing all civil, criminal, juvenile, traffic, small claims, and appeal actions filed with Tribal Court. The Clerk of Courts is responsible for the scheduling of hearings, preparing and maintaining court calendars and notification of all parties in all civil, criminal, juvenile, traffic, small claims, and appeal actions. This position performs Court Magistrate duties, prepares and distributes child support payments to agencies or individuals on a monthly basis. Responsible for issuing various tribal licenses, collecting fees and fines ordered by the Court. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Must have a high school diploma, paralegal training, or experience preferred. A minimum of two (2) years prior secretarial experience. Knowledge of legal terminology. Knowledge of typewriter keyboards. Must be able to type 50-70 wpm. Must know English grammar, spelling, and punctuation in order to correct obvious errors in material being typed. Computer skills required, specifically proficient in Microsoft Windows products. Knowledge of fax and copy machine operation and troubleshooting. Prior administrative experience preferred. Must be physically and mentally able to carry out the demanding duties of the office. Must be a Notary Public licensed in the State of South Dakota or able to obtain a license. Must submit to a P.L. 101-630 background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Applica?ons are available at the FSST Tribal Office or apply online at www.santeesioux.com May aHach resume to Tribal Applica?on. Preference in filing vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Sec?on 472). Verifica?on must be submiHed with the applica?on if claiming Indian Preference. Considera?on will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible. Direct ques?ons to Tribal Human Resources Department 605-997-3891 or email HR@fsst.org.

Opens: December 16, 2020

Until Filled

Job Description: The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe is accepting applications for one Full time Tribal Victim Advocate. This position will be responsible for assisting and providing support services for Native American families due to domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking. Duties included are: Crisis Intervention services, short term relocation assistance, assisting clients with goalsetting, budgeting, job hunting skills, etc. Making appropriate referrals for clients, locate and secure permanent housing, maintaining all required paperwork, client files, data, and following up with clients. Applicant must have excellent documenting skills for reporting in a timely manner. Education & Qualifications: Bachelor Degree with background in the Human Services Field. One (1) year experience in the field highly preferred. Experience working with Native Americans in human services field, preferably

working with women and children.

1. Demonstrates strong knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault. 2.

Demonstrates ability to respond effectively to crisis.

3. Must be nonjudgmental in assisting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. 4.

Must be analytical, diplomatic and have skills in communication and meeting facilitation.

5. Extensive knowledge of Native American issues, customs, culture and history. Must submit to a P.L. 101-630 background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Applica?ons are available at the FSST Tribal Office or apply online at www.santeesioux.com May aHach resume to Tribal Applica?on. Preference in filing vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Sec?on 472). Verifica?on must be submiHed with the applica?on if claiming Indian Preference. Considera?on will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible. Direct ques?ons to Tribal Human Resources Department 605-997-3891 or email HR@fsst.org.

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ADAM’S BUCKET SERVICE TREE TRIMMING AND REMOVAL

STUMP GRINDING

STORM DAMAGE? I AM INSURED Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message.

Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership (ICAP) is currently accepting applications for a Classroom Aide at the Flandreau Head Start Center to work 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year. $9.45-$12.08 per hour, doe. High school diploma/GED and experience with preschoolers preferred. For a complete job description and to apply contact ICAP, PO Box 268, Madison, SD, 57042 (256-6518) www.interlakescap.com Applications close 12/28/2020. ICAP is an equal opportunity provider and employer

Rental Depot

134 Main Avenue South • Brookings, SD • (605) 697-8044 Locally owned and operated for over 18 years!

MORE INVENTORY THAN EVER! NEW EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE! Aeriel Equipment Construction All Terrain Scissor Lift (Indoor/Outdoor)

Drive Around Z Boom

(All Terrain, indoor/outdoor, 52’ working height)

Hard Surface Scissor Lifts Push Around Lift

(compactible & expandable to 46 ft. working height)

Tow Behind Boom Lifts (42’ & 52’ working height)

Automotive

Battery Chargers Car Trailers Chain Hoists Engine Hoists Engine Tools Grinders Impact Wrenches Plasma Cutter Polishers Portable Welders Service Jacks Torque Wrenches Tow Dollies Transmission Jacks Wheel Pullers Wire Feed Welders

Moving

Power Tools

Retail

Concrete/Masonry Bull Floats Cement Mixers Concrete Grinders Concrete Saws Concrete Vibrators Core Drills Diamond Blades Fresnos Hand Tools Mortar Mixers Power Screeds Power Trowels

Home/Office

Dehumidifiers Air Compressors Appliance Trucks Belt Sanders Fans Bolt Cutters Boxes Chain Saws Floor Dryers Compactors Car Trailers Circular Saws Heaters Concrete Breakers Dollies Finishing Sanders Metal Detectors Demolition Hammers Enclosed Trailers Floor Sanders (Various Sizes) Overhead Projectors Drywall Lifts Hammer Drills Furniture Pads Forklifts / High Lifts Ozone Generator Jig Saws Moving Trucks Televisions Generators Mitre Saws Piano Dollies Jacks Roto Hammers Lawn/Garden Trailers Bed Edgers Laser Levels Sawzalls Brick Saws Loader/Blades Staplers Party Brush Cutters Lot Pin Locator Chairs Dump Trailers Moisture Detector Coffee Makers Hedge Trimmers Pallet Forks Commercial Gas Grill Lawn Aerators Cotton Candy Machines Pneumatic Nailers Lawn Edgers Post Jacks Dunk Tank Lawn Mowers Pumps and Hoses Inflatable Bouncers Leaf Blowers Scaffolding (many new inflatables!) Log Splitters Skid Loaders Popcorn Machines Mini Skid Loader Skid Steer Augers Sno Cone Machines Diamond Cutting Products Mowers Space Heaters Tables Overseeders Transits Tents Paver Saws Trenchers Paint/Decorating Post Hole Augers Excavators Airless Paint Sprayers Post Pounders Variety of Sizes Heat Guns Towing Accessories Seeders Ladders Floors Safety Equipment Snowblowers Carpet Cleaners Parking Lot Stripers Paint Sprayer Supplies Sod Cutters Carpet Staplers Power Washers Diesel Additive Sprayers Carpet Stretchers hot and cold) ( Exhaust Fluid Spreaders Carpet Tools Stairway Scaffolding String Trimmers Deck Sanders Texture Sprayers Stump Grinder Floor Edgers Wallpaper Steamers Thatchers Floor Nailers Plumbing Tillers Floor Polishers Tractor/Loaders Drain Cleaning Equipment Floor Sanders Pipe Wrenches Tree Spades Floor Staplers Sewer Augers Tree Trimmers Magnum Floor Shear Submersible Pumps Wheelbarrows Tile Cutters Thread Cutters Tile Saws Torches Vacuum Cleaners Trash Pumps

...and MORE!

We Sell Boxes!

Call us for all your rental needs.

For a complete listing visit us at:

www.RentalDepotBrookings.com Open Monday thru Friday 7:30am to 6:00pm • Saturday 8:00am to 3:00pm

Phone 605-692-2041 New job in your future? We can provide you with full service for your move in state or out of state, give us a call for a free estimate!

PERKINS STORAGE & TRANSFER ICC 81290 ~ USDOT000969

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Better teen driving, bigger discounts. Quality Craftsmanship, Superior Service Paul L Kruse, Agent 1024 6th St. Brookings, SD 57006 Bus: 605-692-5200 paul@paulkruseinsurance.com

Check out our Steer Clear Program. When your teen gets ready to drive, we’re there. They learn safe driving and you get lower rates. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. GET TO A BETTER STATE . CALL ME TODAY. ®

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SEAMLESS GUTTERS, LEAF PROTECTION, REPLACEMENT WINDOWS, SIDING, METAL ROOFING, ETC. Dave Marsceau

22527 468th Avenue, Colman, SD 57017

605-864-8864

State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, State Farm Indemnity Company, Bloomington, IL

Dave’s Appliance Repair LLC Call for all of your appliance repair needs! Dave Feske 605-997-3574

300 South Industrial Rd. Flandreau, SD 57028

ELDING

Wesley Holdeman

48523 234th St. Flandreau, SD 57028

MOBILE UNIT Farm Repair • Custom Fabricating Roll Bending • Aluminum Welding

605-864-1891

CALL US FOR ALL YOUR CARPENTRY & CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION NEEDS !

New Re-model Drywall

Tom Hansen • 605-864-7884

118 North Wind Street • Flandreau, SD 57028

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Professional Business Directory

New Years Eve Specials: We will be serving Prime Rib and a 10 ounce flat iron steak served with a baked potato or cheesy hashbrowns, soup or salad and a dessert starting at 5pm.

No Reservations Needed 605-997-3992 Egan, SD

Kinner & Company, LTD.

605-997-3797

119 E. 2nd Avenue - Flandreau, SD 57028 • Tax & Financial Consultants, Accounting, Quick Book & Business Development

Dan Sutton Insurance 605-997-3777

FLANDREAU CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC, P. C.

Chad A. Weber, D.C. - Ph. 605-997-3733

EDGEWOOD VISTA ASSISTED LIVING

Assisted Living and Adult Day Care 800 S. Wind Street, Flandreau, SD • www.edgewoodhealthcare.com lisa.sonnenburg@edgewoodvista.com 605-997-2775

BUCK AGENCY CROP INSURANCE www.buckcropservices.com • Flandreau, SD Knowing keeps you growing • 605-997-3744 Buck Agency is an Equal Opportunity Provider.

RIVER THRU AG SERVICES 605-864-8991 • Flandreau, SD

Invested in financial clarity. Brookings Area Associates 601 4th St Ste 103, Brookings, SD 605-692-6643 Erich L Olson, Financial Consultant Jennifer Soma, Financial Associate

C-Store Casino Bar & Grill

28304 R7-20

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Feeling Confused

with all the tax law changes?

Let us Crunch the Numbers for you! CPA Nathan Kinner and his team love to help with long term tax strategies and year end plannings, something the Kinner team has done in Flandreau since 1982!

Kinner & Company Ltd CPAs Taxes, QuickBooks and Investments 119 East 2nd Avenue Flandreau Call 605-997-3797 or visit kinner.co

Dust Control for Gravel Services

1-800-568-2299

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Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe 1 FT Procurement Assistant Open: December 16, 2020

Until Filled

Job Description: Incumbent verifies and keeps records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment. Follow organization rates, rules, and regulations. Compiles records concerned with ordering, receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping materials, supplies, and equipment. Education and Experience: High school Diploma or GED and three to six month’s related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination or education and experience. Qualifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and incumbent should have knowledge of accounting software; Internet software; Inventory software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must submit to a P.L. 101-630 background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Applica?ons are available at the FSST Tribal Office or apply online at www.santeesioux.com May aHach resume to Tribal Applica?on. Preference in filing vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Sec?on 472). Verifica?on must be submiHed with the applica?on if claiming Indian Preference. Considera?on will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible. Direct ques?ons to Tribal Human Resources Department 605-997-3891 or email HR@fsst.org.

Seeking Part Time (20-24 hours per week) Site Manager for Multi Family apartment community in Flandreau, SD Competitive pay Interested applicants should visit www.costelloco.com to complete application or contact Jared Smith at 605-864-0588

B&B RV not only works on campers but can fix your trailer issues, wiring, brakes, bearings, and also light ATV & UTV work. 605-864-6258 The Personal Touch is Moving to 300 South Industrial Road ( 1-1/2 blocks south of Cenex) January 4th We will be closed for moving from Dec. 28 to Jan. 2nd

To schedule an appointment with Deb please call 997-2260

Madison Livestock Sales Company, Inc Madison, South Dakota (605) 256-9156 “Chip” Wosje 480-2847, Jesse Bruns 480-0625, Ben Kringen 605-940-4887 Cell/605-529-5262, Keith Lukonen 605-880-7801, Jim Bevier 605-940-8600, Cork Ritchie 605-881-4843, Loren Pihl 605-881-4712

NEXT SALE:

MONDAY, JANUARY 4 Butcher and Fat Cattle sell at 10 am Hay and Straw sell at 12 noon Feeder Cattle at 12 noon

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Colman, SD Call 605-534-3770 or stop in Ask for Jason or Justin

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CHUCK

605-997-3992 Egan, SD

C SUTTON, LL

1116 N. West Ave. • Sioux Falls, SD 57104 605-336-6315 127 2nd Ave. West • Flandreau, SD 57028 605-997-3777 • www.suttonauction.com

Quality Craftsmanship, Superior Service

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JANUARY 2021 3

4 5 Basketball Double Header vs. Howard (H) Cereal Subs

11 Boys Basketball at Bridgewater/Emery Cereal Pulled Pork

18 No School Staff Development GBB DVC Colman Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Basketball Double Header at Castlewood FCCLA Region Mtg. Dell Rapids Cereal Chicken Nuggets

C-Store • Casino • Bar & Grill

I.S.A. Certified Arborists on staff

• Fully licensed and insured • Tree removal - small and large • Pruning - trees and shrubs • Dutch Elm Disease injections • Emerald Ash Borer Treatment • Climbing services • Cable and bracing services

FREE ESTIMATES Chad (605) 695-8550 Tanner (605) 641-5812

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Flandreau Images of the Past books, Volume I, II, and III are available through the Moody County Museum for $22.00 tax included. To purchase the Images of the Past books; please stop down to the Museum, call 997-3191 or e-mail mchsmus1@vastbb.net. From everyone at the Moody County Historical Society and Museum we hope you all have a safe and happy holiday season!!

Happy New Year

5 JH Boys & Girls Basketball at Baltic Waffles Chicken Fajita

Rolls Chicken Patty

12 Girls Basketball vs. Chester (H) Breakfast Pizza Chicken Alfredo

26 Region One Act Play Waffles Spaghetti

14 School Board Meeting One Act Play Perform at 1:30 - Main Gym Cheese Omelet Hamburger

Rolls Meatballs

19 Boys Basketball DVC Colman Cereal Italian Dunkers

7 Girls Basketball vs. ORR (H) Pancake Wrap Chicken Noodle/ Tomato Soup

Rolls Teriyaki Chicken

Staff Development Early Dismissal at 230 Rolls BBQ’s

Girls Basketball DVC Colman JH & JV GBB vs. Lake Preston (H) Muffin & Yogurt French Toast

BBB at DeSmet One Act Play Community Performance 6:30 pm Pancake Wrap Crispitos

Boys Basketball vs. ORR (H) Egg McMuffin Pepperoni Pizza

Basketball Double Header vs. Garretson (H) French Toast Sticks Tatertot Hotdish

22 Boys Basketball DVC Colman Breakfast Wrap Potato Ole Supreme

29 Girls Basketball at DeSmet Egg McMuffin Pizza Crunchers

May we suggest for Thursday, Friday, & Saturday....

Rye or Caraway Rye Bread 1 lb. loaf • Special $2.09

23 DVC Tournament Colman

Party Buns

Unsliced • Special $2.25 dozen We will be closed on Friday, January 1 New Years Day

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CITY OF FLANDREAU 1005 W. Elm Avenue Flandreau, SD 57028-1404 COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS December 21st, 2020

The City Council of the City of Flandreau, South Dakota, met in regular session on Monday, December 21st, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. at the William J. Janklow Community Center. Present: Mayor Dan Sutton. Aldermen: Brad Bjerke, Mark Ekern, Mike Fargen, Karen Tufty, and Jason Unger. Absent: Bob Pesall. Also present were City Administrator Jeff Pederson; Finance Officer Karen Gundvaldson; and Don Johnston, MRES Board Member and Representative for the City of Flandreau. The proposed agenda was reviewed. Motion by Tufty and seconded by Fargen to adopt the proposed agenda. The following members voted aye: Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty, and Unger. Nays: None. Absent: Pesall. Motion carried. Motion by Ekern and seconded by Bjerke to approve the minutes of December 7th, 2020. The following members voted aye: Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty, and Unger. Nays: None. Absent: Pesall. Motion carried. Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Fargen to allow the following claims for the City and to pay them: Payroll 12/16/2020: general, 16,760.11; 3rd penny, 241.11; water, 4,211.40; electric, 4,438.09; sewer, 3,809.76; airport, 152.49; solid waste, 484.60; (21862) Void; (21894) Board of Operator Certification, training, 18.00; Bruning & Lewis Law Firm, professional fees, 1,212.50; Cannon Technologies, meter project, 10,725.00; Cintas, rentals, 312.05; City of Flandreau-Petty Cash, supplies, 11.00; Donald Whitman, Cobra premium rebate, 492.85; Dusty’s Custom, towing, 200.00; Ekern Home Equipment, 95.98; Fed Ex, transportation charge, 13.29; GovOffice, annual hosting fee, 780.00; Great America Financial SVCS, Contract, 412.10; Intek Cleaning & Restoration; duct & carpet cleaning, 1,283.34; M & H Communications, repairs, 100.00; OtterTail Power Co., electric, 195.35; Pitney BowesLeasing, qtly charges, 504.63; Pitney Bowes-Purchase Powers, postage, 500.00; Postmaster, postage, 265.00; Ramsdell F&M, propane, 668.70; River’s Edge Cooperative, gas/oil, 1,048.97; Rob Kittay-Board of Operator Certification, training, 10.00; SD Assoc. of Rural Water System, annual dues, 740.00; SD Dept. of Health Public Lab Services, test samples, 184.00; SD Municipal League, professional fees, 38.05; SD Retirement System, retirement, 34.66; SD Supplemental Retirement Plan, retirement, 484.62; Sioux Falls Area Humane Society, professional fees, 94.75; Sparkle Car Wash, vehicles, 31.50; Vadim Municipal Software, contract, 6.96; (21924). November EFTs: DakotaCare, health insurance, 18,968.81; EFTPS, taxes, 18,739.03; Missouri River Energy Services, energy cost, 87,651.40; SD State Treas-Sales Tax, taxes, 8,810.81; US Dept. of Agriculture, water bond payment, 3,381.00; US Dept. of Agriculture, 2019 water & sewer payment, 21,487.00. The following members voted aye: Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty, and Unger. Nays: None. Absent: Pesall. Motion carried. Mayor Sutton requested that the Resolution under New Business be addressed at this time. Resolution 2020-15, Resolution of Appreciation to Don Johnston for Service on the Missouri River Energy Services Board of Directors and as City Representative to MRES, was read aloud. The Mayor thanked Don Johnston, who was present at the meeting, for his years of service on the MRES Board and as Representative for the City of Flandreau. Mr. Johnston spoke of his years of service with MRES, indicating the City is fortunate to have them as an energy supplier. Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Ekern to approve Resolution 2020-15, Resolution of Appreciation to Don Johnston for Service on the Missouri River Energy Services Board of Directors and as City Representative to MRES. The following members voted aye: Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty, and Unger. Nays: None. Absent: Pesall. Motion carried. There were no Visitors to be Heard. Mayor Sutton shared that he and City Administrator Pederson met via Zoom with Barr Engineering regarding the Flandreau dam. He also met with Aldermen Fargen and Ekern, and the Sioux Empire Paddlers Group at the dam regarding possible water features for paddlers. Main Street retailers and other businesses have indicated sales are strong; residents have been supporting the businesses. City Administrator Pederson indicated the items he wishes to update Council on are items already on the agenda. Motion by Tufty and seconded by Unger to approve the Administrative Reports. The following members voted aye: Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty, and Unger. Nays: None. Absent: Pesall. Motion carried. Old Business: Second Reading of Ordinance No. 602, Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance, was held. Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ekern to approve Ordinance 602. The following members voted aye: Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty, and Unger. Nays: None. Absent: Pesall. Motion carried. The Council was presented with a photo-rendering of Dam Mitigation Alternative 1B that depicts the water turbulence attributable to the rock formations in the design. The City Administrator explained that the rendering was produced by Barr Engineering after a discussion about developing an additional alternative that included a white-water destination feature. He explained that such an alternative could be produced, but at additional cost to the City and with the realization that it would entail additional rock features resulting in increased cost for construction. Mayor Sutton spoke in support of Alternative 1B, and urged the Council to select it for further design as per the City’s contract with Barr. Questions and discussion followed, during which the City Administrator outlined the various funding options for the project, and ideas were expressed for engagement with the public on the 30% design Alternative once it was produced. Motion by Fargen and seconded by Tufty to select Dam Mitigation Alternative 1B for Barr Engineering to complete to the 30% design level. The following members voted aye: Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty, and Unger. Nays: None. Absent: Pesall. Motion carried. The City Administrator presented a summary of projects on the City’s Capital Improvements List, with updates on funding sources and prospective year of implementation. Next steps for the construction of a new Fire Station were reviewed and discussed, along with a review of possible funding sources for the project including Capital Reserve Cash, Community Development Block Grant, Bonding, and Rural Development Loan. The process of building design and construction was discussed, with the consensus that the City Administrator conduct a process to select an architect for recommendation to the City Council. New Business: Resolution 2020-15, Resolution of Appreciation to Don Johnston for Service on the Missouri River Energy Services Board of Directors and as City Representative to MRES, was approved earlier in the meeting. Motion by Unger and seconded by Tufty to authorize the Mayor to sign the CDB Grant Drawdown request in the amount of $48,312.18. The following members voted aye: Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty, and Unger. Nays: None. Absent: Pesall. Motion carried. Motion by Ekern and seconded by Unger to approve the revised Moody Conservation District Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Standards. The following members voted aye: Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty, and Unger. Nays: None. Absent: Pesall. Motion carried. Council Comments: Mayor Sutton wished all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and indicated he is looking forward to another year of working together. Mayor Sutton declared the meeting adjourned at 8:13 p.m. Daniel D. Sutton Mayor ATTEST: Jeff Pederson City Administrator

FLANDREAU SCHOOL ACTIVITY CALENDAR

• JANUARY 2021 •

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CHUCK

Specializing in Land, Acreages, and Real Estate. Auctions of All Types Farms, Liquidations and Estates

Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe

SUTTON, LL

603 W. Broad Ave. • Flandreau, SD 57028

1116 N. West Ave. • Sioux Falls, SD 57104 605-336-6315 127 2nd Ave. West • Flandreau, SD 57028 605-997-3777 • www.suttonauction.com

Phone 605-997-3891 Fax 605-997-3878

WE DO ALL TYPES OF CONCRETE WORK

Maynard's

Drywall, Carpentry, Free Estimates • No Job Too Big or Too Small

Tom Hansen 605-864-7884

108 N. Crescent • Flandreau, SD 57028

Quality Craftsmanship, Superior Service

605-997-3992 Egan, SD C-Store • Casino • Bar & Grill

PERSONAL TOUCH & T-SHIRTS TOO 128 East 2nd Avenue Flandreau, SD 605-997-2260

SCOTT AHLERS AUTOMOTIVE

Construction Inc.

(605) 997-3291

Flandreau, SD • 997-2511

First American Mart South Veterans Street Flandreau, SD 57028 997-2870

1102 West 1st Avenue, Flandreau, SD

605-864-8864

Dave Marsceau 22527 468th Avenue, Colman, SD 57017

JANUARY 2021 4 5

3 School Resumes

11 JH BBB vs. Madison (Home) masks required starts at 4 pm JH GBB at Madison starts at 4:30 JV WR at Dell Rapids 4:30 pm School Board Meeting starts at 6:00 pm

No School Martin Luther King Jr. Day JH GBB vs. Elkton (Home) Starts at 4:00 pm JH BBB at Elkton Starts at 4:00 pm

25 JV Wrestling at Sioux Valley starts at 5:00 pm JH GBB at Pipestone starts 5:30 pm JH BBB vs. Pipestone (Home) Starts at 5:30 pm 1-Act Play at Crystal Theatre Starts at 7:00 pm

Mad Mary ,s

Open 7 Days A Week • 7am to midnight Flandreau, SD South of Royal River Casino & Motel

1 Happy New Year No School

5 GBB vs. Castlewood (H) masks required vouchers required Starts at 6:15 pm

JH GBB vs. Garretson (Home) Moved to January 9 starts at 4:00 pm Wrestling Quad at Parkston Starts at 5:00 pm GBB vs. Garretson (Home) masks required - vouchers required starts at 6:15 pm

DH at Deuel Starts at 4 pm JH BBB vs. Dell Rapids (Home) Starts at 4:00 pm

26 JH BBB at Garretson Starts at 4:00 pm BBB at Garretson Starts at 6:15 pm

3 pm dismissal

13 3 pm dismissal

20 3 pm dismissal

27 1-Act Play Regions at Madison 3 pm Dismissal

7 BBB Big East Tournament TBA at Top Seeds JH GBB at Deuel 4:00 pm JH BBB at Deuel (Note venue change - now at Deuel) 4:00 pm Wrestling Quad at Freeman 5:00 pm GBB vs. Winner (Here) TBA Masks required - vouchers required Starts at 8:00 pm

14 GBB at Madison Starts at 6:15 pm

JH GBB at Baltic Starts at 4:00 pm Wrestling Quad at Flandreau starts at 5:00 pm

28 GBB Big East Tournament TBA at Top Seeds Starts at 7:30 pm

2 BBB at Castlewood (masks required note time change) Starts at 1:00 pm

BBB Big East Tournament TBA at Top Seeds

15 BBB vs. Madison (Home) masks required - vouchers required 6:15 pm

22 DH vs. MCM (Home) Starts at 4:00 pm

29 GBB Big East Tournament (Home) TBA at Top Seeds Starts at 6:00 pm

9 JH GBB vs. Garretson (Home) Moved from January 14 - masks required starts at 9:00 am Wrestling at Garretson Tournament starts at 9:30 am BBB Big East Tournament TBA at Top Seeds Starts at 2:00 pm

GBB at Hanson Classic in Mitchell - TBA JH BBB at Sioux Valley Tournament 9:00 am Wresting at Tri-Valley Tournament starts at 10 am

23 JH GBB at Sioux Valley Tournament 9:00 am Wrestling at Arlington Tournament 9:30 am DH at Parker Starts at 2:00 pm

Wrestling at Wagner Tournament 10 am GBB Big East Tournament TBA at Top Seeds 2 pm to 3 pm

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