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Commissioners talk possible burn ban, lengthy pursuit

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Aside from updates from various county officials, Monday’s meeting of the Custer County commissioners hosted a discussion of a possible burn ban in the future and a high-speed chase that occurred over the weekend.On the agenda this week was the addition of “Discussion/ Possible Action on Burn Ban.

Mart Tisdal, right, is presented the 2026 Clinton Citizen of the Year award by last year’s recipient, Ken Baker. CDN | Sean Stephens

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Tisdal named 2026 Clinton Citizen of Year

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Friday night an individual who has been in the background of many dreams and community initiatives coming to fruition was given the spotlight, as Mart Tisdal, local attorney and steward of the M.T.

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Monday, August 3, 2026

Here's your preview of Tuesday's paper-Tisdal named 2026 Clinton Citizen of Year- Commissioners talk possible burn ban, lengthy pursuit- Reds put in work during Rhoads’ first summer- Full obituary for Michael Blain “Mike” Brinkley- Notice of death and services for James L. Lenard, Robert C.

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PUBLIC RECORDS

Saturday, August 1, 2026

MARRIAGE LICENSES Cooper Barrett Armstrong and Lauren Kathleen Scott Joshua Weston Travis and Bailey Mayreni Hanes Jose Guadalupe Chavez and Andrea Janel Gomez Caleb Whittington and Mary Abigail MartensDIVORCES FILED Kade Evan Hicks vs. Olivia Rose Duclos Amanda Jo Martinez vs.

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POLICE REPORT - THURSDAY

Saturday, August 1, 2026

DAY SHIFTResponded to a report of a civil issue in the 700 block of N. 5th St.Responded to a report of an intoxicated subject in the 1900 block of Jaycee Ln.Responded to a report of stolen property in the 1200 block of Gary Blvd.

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Drop-off procedures explained for CPS locations

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Clinton Public Schools’ sites have shared dropoff procedures in order to allow for safe and quick arrival of students. School for Clinton begins on Aug. 11, and at all sites the doors will open at 7:30 a.m. to allow students in.

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CRH hopes to modify contracts

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Potential cost-saving measures were proposed at Thursday’s meeting of the Clinton Hospital Authority. Thanks primarily to negotiations on existing contracts, Clinton Regional’s bills could experience significant relief pending approval of the Clinton City Council at Tuesday’s regular meeting.

Jules Collins, left, and Abbey Shields prepare and serve a sloppy joe dinner Thursday at the Mission House kitchen. The kitchen served more than 80 people for dinner. CDN | Christian Jacobsen

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Dishing it up

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Dishing it up

Dispatcher Gloria Kruer reviews officer locations during her shift. CDN | Shiann Dawson

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Kruer keeps officers in the know

Saturday, August 1, 2026

As a dispatcher, a big part of the job for Gloria Kruer is to get people where they need to be.“I’ve been employed here at the Clinton Police Department for the last 13 years,” said Kruer. “This is my first police department job. We take 911 calls, we also take landline calls.

Sid Smith, left, and Julie Caldwell visit with folks at the Chamber of Commerce Morning Mixer at Lee Hometown Funeral Home. CDN | Christian Jacobsen

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Visiting others

Friday, July 31, 2026

Visiting others