Coleman 4000 - $300. DEK 4550 - $400 Call 605-997-3441 and leave a message. tfreg
Para colocar tu publicidad clasificada o display, artículos en venta, servicios ofrecidos, etc. Llama al 605-997-2872 o envía un correo electrónico ads@iw.net.
CALL YOST ELECTRIC
Residential/Agricultural Commercial/Industrial Licensed in South Dakota and Minnesota. Nathan Yost, Owner. 1026 110th Avenue, Elkton, SD 57026. Call 507-820-1540. nathanryost@gmail.com
FOR SALE: 3 BOLOTIES. HAND MADE!!
$150 EACH. Call 605-530-0976. tfreg
DAVE’S APPLIANCE
REPAIR Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605-997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!
USED OIL WANTED! ! Call 605-997-3291.
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
FRIDAY NOON
DEADLINE FOR THE BOOSTER. Call 605997-2872 or better yet email your ads and billing address to ads@iw.net
ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605530-3211.
THE BREADBASKET ACCEPTS CANNED GOODS & MONETARY DONATIONS ON THURSDAYS FROM 1 TO 5 AND FRIDAYS FROM 9 TO NOON (EXCLUDING THE 5TH WEEK OF THE MONTH)! We are a community-supported, 501 (c) organization. Every donation helps feed our clients! Leave a message if you have any questions: 605-573-0935. P.O. Box 55 - 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau, SD 57028.
Looking for that Rewarding Career!
Flandreau Building Center is looking for the right individual that enjoys the outdoors, helping customers, making jobsite deliveries. For more information on this rewarding career please call Lonnie at 507-828-7075.
CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605-997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@ patriot-electricinc.com
HOUSE FOR SALE AT 109 FIRST STREET FLANDREAU. 2 story, 4 Bedroom, 2 baths, Good Sized yard, Needs a little TLC! Reasonable Taxes. Asking $75,000 - price negotiable. Call 909-6447248.
PLASTERING AND PLASTER REPAIR!!
Interior or Exterior. Drywall/Housewrap/ Painting/Demo - Interior or exterior! Free estimates - 909-644-7248. Silva Plastering Juan Silva You Tube - silvaplastering take a look!! SORRY WE ARE BOOKED UNTIL MARCH 2026 CALL FOR EARLY 2026 BOOKING!!
AGED APPLE WOOD FOR YOUR SMOKER!! Call 605-997-3441 and leave a message if you can use this wood!!!
FSST GAP RECYCLING
Moody County Residents only! What can you drop off? TELEVISIONSCOMPUTERS - RADIOS Items can be dropped off at 1000 West Pipestone Avenue Flandreau on the east side of the building. For more information Call Mark Allen recycling manager 605-573-4272.
Attention Moody County Residents! The Breadbasket Food Pantry is open Thursdays from 1:30 to 5 pm excluding the 5th Thursday of the month at 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau. 605-5730935. Please “Like” us on Facebook for more info. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
NEW HORIZONS
ROOFING AND GUTTERS, LLC. ALL TYPES OF ROOFING. 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE. VETERAN OWNED. 605690-4797. tf515
WILL PAY CASH: FOR VINTAGE MLB, NHL, NFL, NBA, COLLEGE SPORTS VINTAGE STARTER JACKETS , EMAIL Gemini77@iw.net with what you have for sale or call 605-864-8159 and leave a message and I will call you back.
CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605-997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@ patriot-electricinc.com
ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605-530-3211.
MICHEL OUTDOOR LLC.. Tree removal, Tree Stump Removal, Fence Line Clearing/ Removal, Commercial Mowing,Brush Hogging. Insured. 605-413-9717.
FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216
CALL YOST ELECTRIC
Residential/Agricultural Commercial/Industrial Licensed in South Dakota and Minnesota. Nathan Yost, Owner. 1026 110th Avenue, Elkton, SD 57026. Call 507-820-1540. nathanryost@gmail.com
EGAN BAKERY ON THE HILL
Homeade baked goods, custom order cakes, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, muffins, cheesecake. Gluten free items are available upon request. Owner Faith Ehrichs, 12 yrs old. Eganbakeryonthehill@ gmail.com or Call 760-979-6114
Facebook page: Egan Bakery on the Hill
FOR SALE: 3 BOLOTIES. HAND MADE!! $150 EACH. Call 605-530-0976. tfreg
Para colocar tu publicidad clasificada o display, artículos en venta, servicios ofrecidos, etc. Llama al 605-997-2872 o envía un correo electrónico ads@iw.net.
USED OIL WANTED! ! Call 605-997-3291.
RIVERS EDGE
CONVENIENCE STORE
605-997-3752 Food Specials
Wednesday 4-8 SMOTHERED BURRITOS
Thursday 4-9 BEEF TIPS & GRAVY
Friday 4-10 SWEDISH MEATBALLS
Monday 4-13 HOT PORK
Tuesday 4-14
TECO TACOS
Wednesday 4-15 CHICKEN KIEV
FOR SALE: 3 BOLOTIES. HAND MADE!! $150 EACH. Call 605-530-0976. tfreg Looking for that Rewarding Career! Flandreau Building Center is looking for the right individual that enjoys the outdoors, helping customers, making jobsite deliveries. For more information on this rewarding career please call Lonnie at 507-828-7075.
ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605-530-3211.
DAVE’S APPLIANCE
REPAIR Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605-997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!
FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216
RIVERS EDGE CONVENIENCE STORE
605-997-3752
Food Specials
Wednesday 4-8
SMOTHERED BURRITOS
Thursday 4-9
BEEF TIPS & GRAVY
Friday 4-10 SWEDISH MEATBALLS
Monday 4-13 HOT PORK
Tuesday 4-14
TECO TACOS
Wednesday 4-15 CHICKEN KIEV
Thank You
Mildred Schmidt, along with her children Katherine, Richard, Brenda, Laura, and Paul, as well as their families, would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make her 80th birthday celebration so special. Your kindness, shown through your presence, cards, gifts, and warm wishes, was truly appreciated.
Thank You
The Family of Harry Reaves would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the many friends and family for the cards, food, memorials, and acts of kindness through this difficult time. A special thank you to the staff of Skroch Funeral Home, Pastor Ann for her supportive care & visits, the Second Presbyterian ladies for serving the luncheon, and the loving care from the staff at the Neighborhoods and Brookings & Flandreau Hospitals during his last years. He lived in this wonderful caring community almost all his life and it showed with the many expressions of sympathy. Your support has brought us much comfort and will always be remembered. David and Donna Reaves
Leo Reaves and Julie Delfs
Gene and Cheryl Reaves
Bev and Ted Lacey
Betty and John Fiegen
Bonnie and Rick Salonen
Peggy and Scott Keller
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$100 REWARD FOR INFORMATION LEADING TO THE ARREST & PROSECUTION OF WHOEVER SHOT OUR TAME BLACK AND WHITE CAT ON THE CORNER OF 485 AND 226 BY THE TREE GROVE! YOU MUST BE A VERY PROUD ??HUNTER??? YOU GIVE ALL HUNTERS A BAD NAME BY KILLING HER!! SHE WAS A VERY NICE CAT!!! If you wish to apologize for the killing Please call the Booster at 605-997-2872 and they will put you in contact with us!!! There is a new cat that has come to replace the one you shot - There are cameras up now and you will be recorded and prosecuted if this one is shot!!!!
NEW 15” CHROME REVERSE RIMS WITH HUB COVERS 1997 WHITE FORD ASPIRE - $1200 FORD 8N TRACTOR W/LOADER - $ ALLIS CHALMERS D-14 - $
INTERNATIONAL 7’ SICKLE BAR MOWER with 3 SICKLE BARS - $400 THREE PORTABLE GENERATORS ONE NEW - PRICED TO SELL - $300 /$500/ $700 STARCRAFT SUPER SPORT 16’ ALUMINUM BOAT
( 50 HP Mercury outboard, Tuned up & put away, Good Trailer with electric winch, Depth Finder, Live Well, 2 gas tanks, Quicksilver shifter, Older but in very good condition. Always Garaged - $4000 FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL - 605-997-3441
LEAVE A NUMBER
MOODY COUNTY SD AREA CHURCH DIRECTORY
Our Savior’s Lutheran, ELCA
Pastor Erika Lehmann
oslcf@iw.net
Ph. (605) 997-2186
Flandreau, SD (Handicapped Accessible)
Sunday
9:00am Worship
10:00am Coffee 10:15am Sunday School (during school year)
210 North Prairie St., Flandreau SD (Handicapped Accessible)
Worship: 10:30 am Sunday School: 9:15 am
Colman Lutheran Church, ELCA
Dell Sanderson, Interim Pastor Worship, 9 am Sunday Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays Worship with us on Facebook too!
Phone 605.534.3224 or email us at colmanlutheranchurchelca@gmail.com
Second Presbyterian
Pastor Ann Spitzenberger Ph. 605-997-3244 - Flandreau SD (Handicapped Accessible)
9:30 am Sunday School (During School Year) 10:30 am Worship 11:30 am Fellowship
Trent Baptist
Randy Maass, Pastor Ph. 605-428-5682 - Trent SD (Handicapped Accessible)
Sunday: 9:10 am Prayer Time, 9:30 am Morning Worship 10:40 am Sunday School
St. Mary’s/Our Blessed Redeemer Episcopal Flandreau SD
Sunday: 10:00 am Worship Sunday School to follow
Faith Baptist Church
Pastor David Lillibridge
106 South Veterans, Flandreau SD
Sunday 11 am & 6:30 pm
Wednesday Bible Study 12:05-12:55 pm Thursday: 6:30 pm
The Rescue Church
Ph. 605-573-0080
www.therescuechurch.com Flandreau SD
Lead Pastor - Sam Pickard Sunday: 10 am service iCampus www.therescuechurch.tv Sunday: 10:00 am Service
Trinity Lutheran Church- Elkton Worship Service 8:30 AM Sunday School 9:30 AM Immanuel Lutheran Church-Ward Worship Services 10:00 AM Sunday School 11: AM Time change effective Jan 1
First Presbyterian 605-997-3244 (Handicapped Accessible) Sunday: 10:00 am Worship
The Grant Compliance Director is responsible for the oversight of all aspects of the Tribe’s grant management process, ensuring that all funded programs adhere to the terms and conditions of each grant, including legal and regulatory requirements, by monitoring expenditures, reviewing reporting, and maintaining compliance with donor guidelines throughout the grant lifecycle
1 FT – Business License & Tax Manager
The Business License & Tax Manager will be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of the FSST Tax Revenue Department to assure the effective and efficient collection and accounting of Tribal taxes under the ordinances and codes of FSST.
Our website has been updated, please visit our website to see what’s new!
For more information on positions or to apply online, please visit: fsst-nsn.gov
(Click Human Resources Tab and Employment)
Must submit to a PL 101-630/basic background check/ and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
May attach resume to Tribal Application. Direct questions to Tribal Human Resources Department 605-997-3891 or email HR@fsst.org
Egan City Board Of Equalization Meeting
The 2026 Egan City Board of Equalization met on Monday, March 16 2026, at 6:00pm at Egan City Hall. Members present: Jerome Olson, Nancy Hansen, Michelle Ten Eyck, and Cody Chamblin. Absent Trustee Mike Hein and Finance Officer Kayla Charles. Also present were appellants: Norman and Donna Koehn, Lori Von Eye, Harvey Donley, Leon & Kathy Blackwell, Don Hansen, and Dan Warborg.
Meeting called to order by Chairman Chamblin at 6:00 pm.
Appeal 2026- 01 Parcel 23.02.01.03 Motion by Hansen, second by Ten Eyck to lower by $91,670 to $107,130. All present voted “aye”
Appeal 2026- 02 Parcel 23.01.18.07 Motion by Hansen, second by Ten Eyck to lower by $74,750.00 to $93,350.00. All present voted “aye”
Appeal 2026-03 Parcel 23.02.03.03 Motion by Hansen, second by Ten Eyck to lower by $58,256 to $126,230. All present voted “aye”
Appeal 2026-04 Parcel 23.01.22.01 Motion by Chamblin, second by Ten Eyck to lower by $76,348.50 to $76,342.50. All present voted “aye”
Appeal 2026-05 Parcel 23.02.03.09 Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Hansen to lower by $59,222 to 155,450. All present voted “aye”
Appeal 2026-06 Parcel 23.50.12.01 Motion by Hansen, second by Ten Eyck to lower by $31,125 to $228,500. All present voted “aye”
Appeal 2026-07 Parcel 23.01.27.07 Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Hansen to lower by $59,222 to $135,000. All present voted “aye”
Motion by Olson, second by Hein to approve 2026 assessment role with changes noted above. All present voted “aye”.
Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Hansen to adjourn at 6:59 pm. Cody Chamblin, Chairman
Attest: Kayla Charles, Finance Officer
Saturday, April 18 • 10:00 Start
Consignments for anything related to building materials & construction equipment will be accepted Located 3 miles east of Sioux Falls on I-90, exit 402
The Flandreau Development would like to invite you to our annual meeting.
At this year’s annual meeting we will present the financial statements, conduct election of board members and discuss what FDC has been working on, over the last year. FDC currently has five seats, up for election. Any community member is encouraged to join our board. As part of the meeting, FDC will also have an open discussion on what you would like to see us focus on moving forward.
Join Us
The Flandreau Development Corporation continues to work towards the common goal, of improving our community.
We invite you to join us in the discussion.
To the Annual
Meeting
of the Flandreau Development Corporation
Wednesday, April 15th at Noon
The Merc (111 E 2nd Ave, Flandreau)
The Flandreau Development would like to invite you to our annual meeting.
At this year’s annual meeting we will present the financial statements, conduct election of board members and discuss what FDC has been working on, over the last year. FDC currently has five seats, up for election. Any community member is encouraged to join our board. As part of the meeting, FDC will also have an open discussion on what you would like to see us focus on moving forward.
The Flandreau Development Corporation continues to work towards the common goal, of improving our community.
We invite you to join us in the discussion.
Colman Cemetery Board Annual Meeting
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6 PM Colman Community Center
“WHAT TROUBLE”
“Jeremiah Johnson”
REAL ESTATE AND LARGE PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION
3+ Bedroom 1 ½ Story Home with Very Nice Detached Shop Building situated on a Large Lot in Howard, SD!! Personal Property Including a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup w/ 51,000 Miles, 2016 Nissan Rogue, Yamaha Elec. Golf Cart, 50+ Bean Pots with Advertising from 40+ SD Towns as well as MN & IA Advertising, Watt Ware, Custard Glass, Ruby Flash, & a Massive Assortment of Advertising Pieces, Coins & Currency, Banks, Antique & Modern Furniture, a Large Assortment of Various Antiques & Collectibles, Shop Items & Tools, Household & Much More!!
Due to the passing of Larry & Kay Hageman, their Heirs will offer the Following Real Estate at Public Auction located at 113 N. Section Line Street in Howard, SD & will offer Personal Property both at the residence at 113 N. Section Line & at the Howard Armory located at 212 N. Pleasant, Howard, SD with the Residence & Howard Armory being adjacent to each other. From Howard Farmers Elevator – Jct. of SD Hwy. #34 & Section Line St. – ¼ Mile north to the Residence on Section Line St
SATURDAY APRIL 25, 2026
Sale Times: RE at 10:00 AM with Personal Property to follow at Approx. 10:30 AM Vehicles, Golf Cart, Mower, to sell at Approx. 1:30 PM
Dakota Jax SD Food Truck on Grounds
AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Due to the passing of both Larry & Kay Hageman, their Heirs have made the decision to offer the Real Estate & Personal Property listed at Public Auction. This will be a large auction with an excellent home & shop building being offered as well as one of the more unique offerings of Personal Property that we have had the privilege to offer in quite some time. This will certainly be a highlight of the auction season as we enter the spring of 2026 that you will not want to miss!
The Real Estate being offered consists of a well located 3+ bedroom 1 ½ Story Home across from Howard Elementary School in Howard, SD. The residence has 3 bedrooms with closet, as well as an additional bonus room, 1 full bathroom on the main floor, a 2nd story ½ bath, and an attached single car garage. The home has vinyl siding & a colored steel roof. One of the most noteworthy items in the sale of this property is the 34’x44’ Shop Building on the property with 2 OH Doors, Chamberlain elec. Openers, steel roof, steel exterior, & Breaker Elec. Service. This building is heated with a Cadet Elec. Heater, has a steel ceiling, & is insulated. The property also has a 12’x14’ garden shed for additional storage. If you are in the market for a well located home in Howard SD, we invite you to attend the open houses or schedule a showing with the Auctioneers.
LEGAL DESC.: The S. 123’ of Lot 12 Exc. The N. 50’ of the E. 150’ & Exc. The W. 180’ of Lot 12, City of Howard, Miner Co., SD
TERMS: A 10% non-refundable earnest money payment sale day & the balance on or before May 5, 2026 with possession. Title ins. To be split 50-50 & a closing fee to be split 50-50. Taxes to be prorated to the date of closing. Information contained herein is deemed to be correct but is not guaranteed. The RE licensees in this transaction are acting as agents for the seller. This property is sold subject to confirmation of the owners.
Personal Property Including Dodge Ram Pickup, Nissan Rogue SUV, Yamaha Golf Cart, Lawn & Garden Shop Items & Tools, Coins/Currency, Advertising: Bean Pots - 50+ Bean Pots With Advertising From 40+ SD Towns As Well As MN & IA Advertising, Custard, Ruby Flash, Watt Ware, Red Wing, Antique Furniture, Other Antiques & Collectibles, Household & Much More!!
For Full Ad & Photos Visit: www.suttonauction.com
HEIRS OF LARRY & KAY HAGEMAN
Jamie Hageman & Lori Pietz, Owners & Co. Pers. Reps.
John Nelson – Nelson & Ericsson Law Office Prof., LLC
Attorney for the Estates – Ph. 605-256-4597
For Questions or to Schedule a Real Estate Showing Contact Dean Gulbranson – 605-695-0133
RICK BECKER – Personal Property Auctioneer – Madison, SD – ph. 605-480-1976
Clerk: Sutton Auction Service, LLC
FLANDREAU SANTEE SIOUX TRIBE 2026 ELECTION NOTICE
Four (4) Year Position
President
Secretary
Trustee I
Trustee III
POSITIONS OPEN FOR ELECTION
Currently Held By: Term Expiration
Anthony Reider
April Herrick
Kristi Bietz
David Ross
August 6, 2026
August 6, 2026
August 6, 2026
August 6, 2026
ELIGIBILITY FOR NOMINATION OF CANDIDACY FOR OFFICE
In accordance with Article V, Section 3 of the FSST Constitution, and Title 20 of the FSST Law and Order Code entitled “Elections”, to be nominated for office, a person must meet the following criteria:
1. Be an enrolled member of the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe;
2. Be twenty-one (21) years of age or over;
3. Be a resident of Moody County or such territory held or acquired by the Tribe, and established residency in Moody County for 1 year prior to the date of the primary election;
4. Must not be convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude; and
5. Must not be dishonorably discharged from military service.
IMPORTANT ELECTION DATES
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Friday, May 15, 2026
June 1 to June 12, 2026
Monday, June 15, 2026
July 20 to August 31, 2026
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Nominating Petitions Open Date
Candidates interested in running for one of the open positions may pick up their nominating petitions at the Tribal Office during normal business hours. Potential candidates may only seek one position for office.
Nominating Petitions Submission Deadline
Nominating petitions must be submitted by 4:00 P.M. with a $100.00 nonrefundable application fee to be paid by cash or money order only.
Absentee Ballots for Primary Election
Absentee Ballots and affidavits for the Primary Election may be obtained from the Tribal Office during normal business hours.
FSST PRIMARY ELECTION
Polling will be held at Eastman Hall, from 8:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
The unofficial results of the Primary Election will be posted immediately after the polls close, and the count has been completed. Official results will be posted in accordance with the FSST Constitution and Title 20.
Absentee Ballots for the General Election
Absentee Ballots and affidavits for the General Election may be obtained from the Tribal Office during normal business hours.
FSST GENERAL ELECTION
Polling will be held at Eastman Hall from 8:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
The unofficial results of the General Election will be posted immediately after the polls close, and the count has been completed. Official results will be posted in accordance with the FSST Constitution and Title 20.
THE DATES AND TIMES OF THE ELECTION WERE APPROVED BY THE FSST ELECTION BOARD ON MARCH 5, 2026.
BIG SIOUX COMMUNITY WATER SYSTEM, INC. DISTRIBUTION WATER OPERATOR
Big Sioux Community Water System, a member owned, non-profit rural water system for Lake & Moody Counties, is offering employment opportunity to a self-motivated individual whose duties will include water distribution, pipeline maintenance and repair, system maintenance, water line construction, customer service, metering, service calls, one-call locates and water plant operations (when on call). This position is full-time and will require on call after hours and weekends, which rotates every 5 weeks and is flexible.
Basic requirements include a high school education, a clean driving record, good communication skills, basic math skills, along with mechanical & electrical aptitude. A valid driver’s license is required; company pickup and phone will be provided.
Preference will be given to applicants who hold Water Certifications, however all interested parties are encouraged to apply. Big Sioux CWS is willing to train promising candidates.
Big Sioux Community Water System provides highly competitive hourly wage dependent on experience and qualification. An excellent benefit package will be available to the successful candidate. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, long term disability, flexible spending plan, 401K with a very high employer percentage contribution with employee contribution, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid training, and paid holidays.
Interested parties, please call (605) 997-2098 with questions to request an application; or download the application at www.bigsiouxcws.com. Applications or resumes should be e-mailed to:
BIG SIOUX COMMUNITY BOOKEEPING POSITION
Utility Improvement Project Public Announcement: Construction
to Resume
The City of Flandreau would like to inform residents and businesses that construction activities for the Utility Improvement Project will resume soon, depending on weather and site conditions.
Utility crews are expected to return the week of March 23rd for roadway preparation and site management. Temporary water line installation is planned to begin the week of March 30th, starting near the intersection of Wind Street and Elm Avenue. Sidewalk work will resume in areas that remain exposed.
In May, asphalt paving is anticipated along Park Avenue (from Wind Street to Prairie Street) and Wind Street (from Park Avenue to Broad Avenue), once asphalt plants reopen.
Beginning in May, roadway utility installation will continue east from Prairie Street toward Summit Street.
Public meetings may tentatively resume in mid-April, with details to be shared as they are confirmed. Residents are reminded to watch for posted signs, exercise caution around construction zones, and be aware of construction equipment.
If concerns arise or you have questions, please feel free to contact the City Office at (605) 997-2492.
Big Sioux Community Water System, a member owned, non-profit rural water system serving Lake & Moody County, seeks applicants for a fulltime bookkeeping position.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining on a current basis: accounts, ledgers, business records and corporate files. This position also is responsible for distributing monthly financial and performance reports for the Board of Directors, General Manager, Attorney, and governmental entities. Other duties include preparing and distributing payroll, A/P, A/R, maintaining employee benefits, reconciling bank accounts, corporate records, board minutes, working with the Auditor and other important company documents. Applicants must be detail oriented and organized.
At least 3 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping is preferred.
Big Sioux Community Water System provides highly competitive hourly wage dependent on experience and qualification. An excellent benefit package will be available to the successful candidate. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, long term disability, flexible spending plan, 401K with a very high employer percentage contribution with employee contribution, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid training, and paid holidays.
Please email questions or resume to: jodi@bigsiouxcws.com or send resume to:
General Manager
Big Sioux Community Water System, Inc.
23343 479th Ave.
Egan, SD 57024
Big Sioux Community Water System, Inc. is an equal opportunity Employer.
ESTATE MULTI PARCEL LAND AUCTION
+/-406.70 Surveyed Acres of Productive Ward Township Moody County, SD Land
We will offer the following real property at auction “On Site” at the land located from Flandreau, SD (Jct. Hwy. #13 & Pipestone Ave./230th St. – 5 miles east, 5 miles north on Co. Hwy. #_17_/486th Ave. and 1 mile west on 225th St.; from Ward, SD -1 mile west on Co. Hwy. #4 (223rd St.), 2 miles south on Co. Hwy. #17 (486th Ave.)and 1 mile west on 225th St.to the NE Corner of the land at the Jct. of 485th St. & 225th St.; from Elkton, SD – 6 miles south on 486th Ave. to the Ward Road, then continue 2 miles south on Co. Hwy. #17 (486th Ave.)and 1 mile west on 225th St.to the NE Corner of the land.
FRIDAY APRIL10, 2026
SALE TIME: 10:00 AM
This +/- _406.70_ Acre Farm will be Offered As – PARCEL #1 - +/-162.89 Acres of High Percentage Tillable Cropland in the NW ¼; PARCEL #2– +/- 162.52 Acres of High Percentage Tillable Cropland in the NE¼; and PARCEL #3 - +/-81.29 Acres in the W½ SE¼; and Combinations of Parcels #1 & #2 – The N ½ - +/- 325.41 Acres; Parcels #2 & #3 – The NE ¼ & W ½ SE ¼ - +/-243.81 Acres; or as Parcels #1, #2 & #3 Combined – The Entire +/-406.70 Acre Unit.
AUCTIONEERS NOTE: This auction presents a “once in a lifetime” opportunity to purchase land that has not been for sale for decades as portions have been in the Paulsen family for over 80 years dating back to acquisition in 1946. This auction presents a great opportunity to purchase a productive parcel of cropland/hayland, recently retired CRP acres and some areas with trees and other hunting and wildlife production habitat, including a small NRCS WRP Conservation Easement on +/-3.2 acres (Lot B) in the SE Corner of Parcel #3 in the W½ SE¼. With the recent retirement of the CRP contracts and implementation of some future management practices by a new owner(s), this farm could be transformed into a very desirable agricultural property. This land is situated in a prominent agricultural area in Ward Township in Moody County, SD. This land is available to the buyer to farm or lease as they desire in 2026. If you are in the market for quarters, an eighty or the rare opportunity to purchase a sizeable contiguous 406.7 acre unit of agricultural land in Moody County, SD as an addition to an area row crop or crop/livestock operation or as an investment, then make plans to attend this auction, especially since this land will be offered in individual parcels and combinations of parcels to fit the needs of a wide variety of potential buyers.
PARCEL #1 - +/-162.89 Surveyed Acres – Legal Desc.: The NW ¼ of Sec. 31, T. 108N., R. 47W., (Ward Twp.), Moody County, SD With the recent retirement/cancellation of the previous CRP contracts, Parcel #1 will have a very high percentage tillable, with the future nontillable acres being comprised primarily of a +/-8 acre “L” shaped tree grove, waterways/drainage and roads. According to FSA information and the 156EZ the NW ¼ is indicated to have approx. 158.66 acres of Farmland and 158.66 acres of Cropland with a 62.20 acre corn base with a 108 bu. PLC yield and a 15 acre wheat base with a 29 bu. PLC yield. According to info. obtained from Surety Agri Data the land included in PARCEL 1 (NW ¼) has a Soil Productivity Index of 90.2, being comprised of Class II soils, with a gently rolling to rolling topography.
PARCEL #2 - +/-162.52 Surveyed Acres – Legal Desc.: The NE ¼ of Sec. 31, T. 108N., R. 47W., (Ward Twp.), Moody County, SD According to info. obtained from Surety Agri Data the land included in PARCEL 2 (NE ¼) has a Soil Productivity Index of 77.7, with the majority of the land considered as cropland being comprised of Class II soils with the lowland pasture/drainage/waterway (+/-19.65 acres as indicated by Surety) being Class VIw soil. The cropland acres have a generally gently rolling to rolling topography, with some lower lying land in the pasture/waterway/drainage. According to an FSA estimate, it appears that the NE ¼ currently has approx. 128.95 acres of cropland with the remainder being utilized has pasture/hayland, waterway and roads.
PARCEL #3 - +/-81.29 Acres – LEGAL DESC.: The W½ SE¼, together with Lot B of L & L Paulsen’s First Add’n., a subdivision of the of the SE ¼, all in Sec. 31, 108N., R. 47W., Ward Twp., Moody County, SD.
According to FSA information and recent calculations, It appears that Parcel #3 (W½ SE¼) currently has approx. 68.71 acres considered to be cropland acres, with the non-tillable acres being comprised of +/-3.2 WRP acres, waterways/drainage and road. Previously it appears that all of the land considered as cropland was enrolled in the CRP program prior to the recent cancellation of the CRP contract in 2025. Additionally, there are some areas that may provide some hunting and recreational opportunities, especially in and near the perpetual NRCS Wetland Reserve Program Conservation Easement Area (WRP) situated in the SE Corner of the E½ SE¼ – designated as Lot B of L&L Paulsen’s 1st Add’n – containing 3.2 acres M/L. According to info. obtained from Surety Agri Data the land included in PARCEL 3 (E½ SE¼) has a Soil Productivity Index of 75.7, with the majority of the land considered as cropland being comprised of primarily Class II soils with the lowland pasture/drainage/waterway being comprised of Class VIw soil.
FSA INFORMATION FOR PARCEL #2 (NE ¼) and PARCEL #3 (W ½ SE ¼) – Presently FSA has both of these parcels combined into one operating unit as FSA Tract 1861, which together the FSA 156 EZ indicates has approx. 237.90 acres of Farmland with 197.66 acres of Cropland with a 78 acre corn base with a 108 bu. PLC yield, a 31.40 acre Wheat base with a 29 bu. PLC yield, a 25.80 acre soybean base with a 30 bu. PLC yield and a 4.80 acre oats base with a 62 bu. PLC yield.
TERMS: Cash - A 10% nonrefundable downpayment on sale day with the remaining balance due and payable on or before May 29, 2026. Immediate Possession will be awarded to the buyer on sale day for preparation of the land and planting of the 2026 crops with full possession and marketable title to be conveyed at closing. Owner’s Title Insurance will be provided with the cost of the owner’s policy and the closing agent’s fee (Moody County Abstract and Title Company) to be divided 50-50 between the buyer(s) and seller. All of the 2025 RE taxes payable in 2026 which on the entire property including the N½ and the W½ of the SE¼, Exc. Lot B were $10,224.76 and on Lot B were $19.84, all of which will be paid by the sellers, with the buyer(s) to be responsible for all of the 2026 RE taxes due and payable in 2027. The total acres being sold are being sold in accordance with a survey as completed by Midwest Land Surveying, Inc., with the acres understood to be “more or less”. All survey costs will be paid by the estate/seller. The sellers do not guarantee that existing fences lie on the true and correct boundary and any new fencing, if any, will be the responsibility of the purchaser(s) pursuant to SD Law. FSA cropland acres, yields, bases, payments & other information are estimated and not guaranteed and likely will require an FSA reconstitution & County Committee Approval and also are subject to pending action and implementation of the New Farm Bill. A preliminary Title Commitment is available for review and buyers are encouraged to do their own investigation and due diligence, especially with regard to any perpetual easements or restrictions previously conveyed. Information contained herein is deemed to be correct but is not guaranteed. This property is sold in “AS IS” CONDITION and subject to any existing easements, restrictions, reservations or highways of record if any, as well as any or all Moody County Zoning Ordinances. The RE licensees in this transaction are acting as agents for the seller. Sold subject to confirmation of the Personal Representative/Trustee. These individual parcels or this farm as a whole are well-suited to serve as an addition to an area row crop and/or crop/livestock operation(s) or as an investment. To view drone video, aerial maps, soils data and other information concerning this property or to make arrangements for absentee bidding or other information see www.suttonauction.com contact the auctioneers.
LENORE PAULSEN FAMILY TRUST, Owner
Laura Paulsen - Personal Representative/Trustee
Tim Dougherty – Dougherty & Dougherty LLP - Attorney for the Sellers, Sioux Falls, SD
AUCTION CONDUCTED BY: SUTTON AUCTIONEERS & LAND BROKERS, LLC
CHUCK SUTTON – Auctioneer & Land Broker – Sioux Falls, SD – ph. 605-336-6315
JARED SUTTON, CAI – Auctioneer & RE Broker Assoc. – Flandreau, SD – ph. 605-864-8527
