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News from August 2025

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Manderson man acquitted of involuntary manslaughter in federal trial

By Rushmore State News | Aug 31, 2025

A federal jury in Rapid City, South Dakota, has found Matocika Poor Bear of Manderson not guilty of involuntary manslaughter.

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Todd County man found not guilty in federal assault case

By Rushmore State News | Aug 29, 2025

A federal jury in Pierre, South Dakota, has acquitted Joel Miller, 51, of Todd County on charges of Assault by Striking, Beating, and Wounding.

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Three major lottery prizes awarded to South Dakota Powerball players

By Rushmore State News | Aug 28, 2025

South Dakota Lottery reported three significant Powerball wins on Wednesday, continuing a streak of large prizes for players in the state.

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Sisseton man receives nearly three decades for assault and sexual abuse convictions

By Rushmore State News | Aug 28, 2025

A Sisseton, South Dakota man has been sentenced to nearly 30 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon and sexual abuse of a minor.

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Mission man receives nearly four-year sentence for possessing stolen firearm

By Rushmore State News | Aug 27, 2025

A man from Mission, South Dakota, has been sentenced to nearly four years in federal prison for possessing a stolen firearm. U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier handed down the sentence on August 25, 2025.

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Timber Lake man receives three-year sentence for abusive sexual contact

By Rushmore State News | Aug 27, 2025

A Timber Lake man has been sentenced to three years in federal prison after pleading guilty to abusive sexual contact without consent. U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann handed down the sentence to Jaren Loren Lane Mellette, 27, on August 25,...

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Mitchell and North Jackson women sentenced for methamphetamine distribution conspiracy

By Rushmore State News | Aug 27, 2025

Two women from different states have been sentenced in federal court for their roles in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy.

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Two Fort Thompson men receive federal sentences for armed assault on reservation

By Rushmore State News | Aug 25, 2025

Two men from Fort Thompson, South Dakota, have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a violent assault involving a firearm on the Crow Creek Sioux Indian Reservation. U.S. District Judge Eric C. Schulte sentenced Trevin Witt, 18, to...

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NFIB launches ad campaign thanking Senator Thune for supporting permanent small business tax deduction

By Rushmore State News | Aug 25, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched a new advertising campaign across radio, billboards, and digital platforms to thank Senate Majority Leader John Thune for his efforts in making the 20% Small Business Tax...

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South Dakota Lottery announces weekly winners for August 15–21

By Rushmore State News | Aug 25, 2025

Several South Dakota Lottery players claimed prizes of $1,000 or more during the week of August 15 to August 21.

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Powerball ticket sold in Mobridge wins $2 million; retailer receives bonus

By Rushmore State News | Aug 24, 2025

South Dakota Lottery officials have announced that a Powerball ticket worth $2 million was sold at Gas N More in Mobridge during Saturday’s drawing.

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Milesville resident advances as finalist in national NASCAR Powerball Playoff

By Rushmore State News | Aug 24, 2025

Alana Neville, a resident of Milesville, South Dakota, has been named one of 16 national finalists in the NASCAR Powerball Playoff.

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South Dakota State Fair offers discounts and events for veterans and families

By Rushmore State News | Aug 22, 2025

The South Dakota State Fair is offering several opportunities for attendees to save money during the event.

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South Dakota State Fair announces daily themes and activities for 2025 event

By Rushmore State News | Aug 21, 2025

The South Dakota State Fair, supported by daily sponsors, will feature a variety of themed days and activities from August 27 to September 1, 2025.

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McLaughlin man sentenced for sexually abusing three-year-old on Standing Rock Reservation

By Rushmore State News | Aug 20, 2025

A McLaughlin, South Dakota man has been sentenced to over 31 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to aggravated sexual abuse of a child.

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Sioux Falls woman sentenced for assaulting federal officer on Rosebud Reservation

By Rushmore State News | Aug 20, 2025

A Sioux Falls woman has been sentenced for assaulting, resisting, and impeding a federal officer. U.S. District Judge Eric C. Schulte delivered the sentence on August 18, 2025.

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Mobridge man receives eight-year sentence for assault on Standing Rock Sioux Reservation

By Rushmore State News | Aug 20, 2025

A Mobridge man has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for assault resulting in serious bodily injury, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell.

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Sioux Falls man sentenced to over four years for illegal firearm possession

By Rushmore State News | Aug 20, 2025

A Sioux Falls man has been sentenced to more than four years in federal prison after being convicted of possessing a firearm as a felon. U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier handed down the sentence to Quincy Lamar Johnson, 35, on August 18, 2025.

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Bullhead man sentenced for knife assault on Standing Rock Sioux Reservation

By Rushmore State News | Aug 20, 2025

A Bullhead, South Dakota man has been sentenced to three and a half years in federal prison for assault resulting in serious bodily injury. U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann handed down the sentence to Martin Joseph Taken Alive, 32, on...

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South Dakota Lottery announces weekly winners including $1.82 million Lotto America prize

By Rushmore State News | Aug 18, 2025

Several South Dakota Lottery players claimed significant prizes during the week of August 8 to August 14.