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The Red Raider boys finished the 2022-23 season with an 8-13 record. The boys started out strong winning 4 of their first 5 and played well throughout the season against good competition. The boys had 3 players qualify for academic all-state. Chris Nelson, Ted Slaba and Matt Link met the requirements which are to play basketball for 3 years and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Chris Nelson, Matt Link, Carter Cournoyer and Ted Slaba all made the LMVC All-Conference Team. Chris Nelson also made the SESD All Conference Team. Chris Nelson finished his career as the all time free throw percentage leader for a career, Chris was 78% from the free throw line. The team broke the record for three pointers made in a game against Burke the Red Raiders made 13. Preston McFayden tied the record for 3 pointers made with 9 against Burke and he now holds the record for 3 pointers attempted in a game with 23. Chris Nelson made it into the top 5 career in a few categories, he is 5th all time in field goals attempted with 440 and as previously mentioned finished number one in free throw percentage. Chris also finished 5th all-time in career steals with 81. Matt Link is 5th all-time in field goal percentage shooting 55% from the field for his career, he also finished number 5 in two point percentage shooting 55%. Matt also finished 4th all time averaging 2.3 assists per game for his career.
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Government regulations don’t always grab headlines, but they often cause unnecessary headaches for small businesses, farmers, and ranchers. The Biden administration has made aggressive use of its regulatory power, pushing through measures that will collectively saddle Americans with $360 billion in compliance costs and 220 million hours of paperwork. These numbers are a reminder that regulations have consequences that ripple throughout our economy.
Read moreCity Library News 3-22-23 The library is beginning to plan for our 2nd Flag burning Ceremony scheduled for Flag Day, June 14th, 2023. If after this winter filled with many windy days you have an American Flag that you would like to dispose of correctly you may bring either to the library or bring to the actual ceremony on June 14th for disposal.
Read moreMarch 15, 2023 (Pickstown, S.D.) ---The Fort Randall Casino and Hotel has been made aware of the reports of a recent seizure of methamphetamine on the Yankton Sioux Reservation that were reportedly headed to the Fort Randall Casino and Hotel. While we cannot verify this information, we would like to assure the public and our patrons that we have a zero tolerance for illegal activity including drug activity at the Fort Randall Casino and Hotel. There is a robust surveillance system that actively monitors the premises. In addition, management and personnel have historically and will continue to cooperate with law enforcement agencies during the investigation of alleged crimes. Moreover, as a federally-regulated gaming activity, the Casino is required to report certain activity to the National Indian Gaming Commission and the Internal Revenue Service. Please do not hesitate to reach out to management with any questions: (605) 487-7871.
Read moreThe Yankton Sioux Tribe has created an annual recognition process to honor person(s)/ group who are making significant contributions to the Yankton Sioux Tribal membership through their time, actions, talents and dedication. The honoree( s) selected should serve as a role model for compassion, service and striving to make the Yankton Sioux Reservation a better place. The honoree should have a passion for helping others in the community. Honoree can be a tribal or non-tribal member.
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