Commissioners declare Bennett County a drought disaster

By Taylor Risse

At the Bennett County Commissioner meeting July 21, the board declared Bennett County in a drought disaster. A resolution will be approved at the next meeting.

As usual, roads were a major talking point. All commissioners were present, but unlike recent meetings, the public attendance was low.

Disgruntlements were aired between the commissioners concerning the work being done on the Tuthill road. … to continue reading, you may purchase a newspaper at the Bennett County Booster II in Martin, S.D., participating retailers or online here.