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I, Nathan Jones, as the representative of the Correction Parties, provide the following factual account pertaining to our family, my spouse, Kyle Nicole Jones, The Stop Convenience Store 30+Employees, the Feist family, and Sheriff David Ackerman:

1. In March of 2020, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, I, Nathan Jones, experienced unemployment after losing my employment at The Stop in Eureka. Subsequently, I filed for and received unemployment benefits amounting to $10,052 from March to December 2020.

2. In December 2020, I filed an extension for pandemic assistance, which was subsequently denied by Dennis and Wendy Feist, hereinafter referred to as the "Feists." The Feists alleged that I voluntarily left my job and was not laid off due to COVID-19. In response to this denial, the Correction Parties appealed the decision and pursued a federal court case against the Feists on May 18, 2021, refuting the false claims made by the Feists.

3. Following a protracted legal battle, the Correction Parties emerged victorious, and a settlement of $19,574was awarded to me on January 11, 2022. It is worth noting that prior to the court case, the Feists lodged a police report against my wife, Kyle Nicole Jones, accusing her of theft amounting to $19,000+ allegedly stolen from The Stop's ATM. This suspicious timing and the coincidental amount being equal to the unemployment benefits received by me raise concerns of retaliatory motives by the Feists for the federal court case.

4. The said police report was filed with Sheriff David Ackerman, who, without conducting a comprehensive investigation, relied solely on the Feists' account and assumed my wife's guilt. In court, Sheriff David Ackerman acknowledged, under questioning by Attorney Clint Sargent, that the case was built upon mere assumptions. Throughout the nearly two-year investigation, there was a complete absence of any efforts to ascertain the proper functioning of the ATM. The only action taken during the investigation was the collection of photographs of the ATM, which remained untouched and unused. Furthermore, it is important to emphasize that my wife, Kyle Nicole Jones, was not the sole individual with access to the safe, ATM, or store funds at The Stop. The glaring question arises as to why she was singled out as the sole accused party in this unfounded criminal accusation.

5. It is imperative to note that Sheriff David Ackerman failed to explore the motive behind the Feists' belief that my wife was involved in the alleged theft or the fact that the Feist were in a lawsuit for over 19K+ with the Husband Nathan Jones for bad employment practices and not paying waging unemployment,On the contrary, my wife actively implemented various measures to prevent theft at The Stop. She terminated several employees caught engaging in theft activities, a responsibility the Feists had neglected. She diligently managed the store as if it were her own, acting in the best interests of The Stop. The Feists themselves had expressed their confidence in my wife's ability to eventually assume ownership of the establishment. Regrettably, when the false accusation transpired, it caused profound emotional distress to my wife, who had fostered genuine friendship with the Feists.

6. Dennis Feist lodged the aforementioned police report against my wife, Kyle Nicole Jones and never mentioned Nathan Jones Lawsuit , only ten days after being served with the federal court paperwork pertaining to our case against them. Subsequently, an intrusive investigation was conducted by examining our bank accounts, without the issuance of proper search warrants

(the bank informed us that service was to be carried out by the Sheriff, while the Sheriff claimed it was the bank's responsibility, resulting in conflicting information). This unwarranted intrusion occurred between June and August, prior to any interviews taking place. It is perplexing as to why other individuals with access to funds at The Stop did not undergo similar scrutiny of their bank accounts.

7. Throughout this entire ordeal, our Constitutional Rights were violated, and I, Nathan Jones has proof of income but wasn't allowed to show statements for my money I won in Federal trial, as well as my entire family, experienced blatant discrimination during what was purported to be an investigation. Sheriff David Ackerman displayed a lack of concern or remorse when attempting to subject my innocent wife, a mother of six children, to a potential prison sentence of ten years. Remarkably, the Sheriff's Office neglected to interview me, the husband, Nathan Jones, and consistently dismissed my attempts to assist in defending my family's innocence. As a devoted husband and father, I felt unjustly marginalized and deprived of the opportunity to support my family adequately.

8. It is disheartening to witness the disregard for the supremacy of the United States Constitution, especially when it pertains to cases such as this. The lack of due diligence displayed during this investigation, as well as the attempt to imprison my innocent wife, underscore the need for the Sheriff to be held accountable for his actions. Such misconduct must be addressed promptly to prevent others from falling victim to similar circumstances, which our family endured.

9. Had the outcome been reversed, with my wife Kyle Nicole Jones being wrongfully imprisoned, our family and my wife would have faced relentless media scrutiny and public condemnation. It is regrettable that despite our eventual triumph, we were subjected to a relentless barrage of false rumors and idle gossip, impeding our ability to maintain a sense of normalcy within our small town. We take immense pride in my wife's unwavering commitment to the community and her dedication to raising our children in a supportive environment. She is an industrious and compassionate individual who carries an extensive load of responsibilities, always displaying a positive disposition and considering others' needs. The baseless rumors inflicted significant emotional distress upon her, as they were entirely unfounded. The notion of her being incarcerated for a crime she did not commit, losing everything she had worked tirelessly to establish for herself and our family, was profoundly unsettling. The arrest, fingerprinting, and other invasive procedures she was subjected to shall forever remain ingrained in her memory and on her record, despite her innocence. While on bond, she was compelled to put her life on hold, restricted from leaving the vicinity of specific counties, except for essential medical appointments for our special needs child, while frequently reporting her whereabouts to the Sheriff's Office. Moreover, due to pending grand theft charges on her record, she was denied employment opportunities for nearly two years, save for a few individuals who placed their trust in her and offered her a fulfilling job, which she continues to cherish. The arduous journey we experienced as a family, shielded from public view, remains largely unknown. We were practically confined to our hometown for nearly two years, unable to enjoy outings or excursions with our children due to the pervasive sense of isolation.

In conclusion, the purpose of this letter is to shed light on the fact that law enforcement officials, such as Sheriff David Ackerman, do not always adhere to their responsibilities and, consequently, innocent individuals can suffer unjust consequences. These are the very individuals we are supposed to look up to, and when their duties are not diligently fulfilled, innocent lives are imperiled. The failure to conduct a thorough and fair investigation concerning the potential imprisonment of my wife for a decade, coupled with the discrimination our family encountered, demonstrates the urgent need for accountability. We express our gratitude to the jury members who devoted their time to the trial, attentively considering both sides of

the story and rendering a life-altering decision for our family. Among them, Mr. Billotto, a juror from Eureka, deserves special appreciation for his belief in my wife's innocence. Despite our California origins eleven years ago, we have developed a deep affection for this town. My wife, Kyle Nicole Jones, takes great pride in serving this community and raising 6 our children in a remarkable small town we proudly call home.

Sincerely,

Nathan Jones 

A win for #democracy once in a while in #southdakota feels like a warm spring sun.

Making us hopeful that the huge dirty gray pile of ignorance in the back of the Walmart parking lot will finally melt.

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Wife and I may be moving to Chamberlain, SD due to work. I cant really find many posts that talk about Chamberlain and what its like. I've seen pictures and videos and it looks beautiful. It also seems relatively safe from what I've been able to look up but was just curious what some of you all have experienced. Is it mostly crime free? Are cops shady/corrupt? Hows the racism towards hispanics? I am hispanic and a veteran. I ask these questions because a 2400 population is extremely small from what I'm used to and I just have no idea what South Dakota and small cities are like. Smallest city I've lived in was ~700k population for reference. Thank you for any input. (Moving from Texas)

Edit: I appreciate all the replies! My questions were answered and put our minds at ease about any reservations we had, looking forward to the experience. Maybe someone will find this post useful if they're in a similar situation.

Would Custer State Park be worth hiking during this time? Do you think the snow will be mostly melted by then? We were thinking about doing Black Elk Peak.

Hey everyone, my GF and I are going to be spending 6 days in South Dakota this summer and we are looking for suggestions on things to do in the area between Custer and the Badlands. We're looking for things that make the area unique and special. Things that showcase the best and most unique parts of South Dakota.

We have some classic hikes on our agenda (Cathedral Spires, Needles Highway, and Sylvan Lake in Custer and Door Trailhead in Badlands etc.) but we're looking to open our schedule up to things that are maybe a little off the beaten track/ not as appreciated as they should be.

Anything outdoors is great (hikes, horseback riding, buffalo tours, ranches, fishing, etc) but we are also interested in cultural and culinary activities as well. Are there any Native American sites we should check out? Culinary staples that represent SD? We are open to all!

Thank you in advance!

Hello. I am an international student. I've been accepted to both USD and SDSU for M.S. in Computer Science program starting in Fall 2024. I am having a tough time choosing one of the colleges. I am interested in AI, ML. I would like to conduct research mainly in the specified domain. Apart from the academics, I love happening places. Is the community at South Dakota welcoming to international students? Please give me some insights which would help me to make a decision. Thank you for the help!

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Hi y'all,

TL:DR I'm looking for any help finding smaller or less known scholarships for nursing students. (Or any really). The major scholarship search engines we have been going through, I'm hoping for some SD Specific options that maybe aren't used as much -- aka we're more likely to get approved for.

Backstory: _ My wife is in nursing school in RC, we're on the edge financially of not being able to pay for nursing school... but we make too much to qualify for much of any aid. We're working some small options now and SDSU is trying to help some, but they aren't a lot of help at this point.

I'm up to 2 jobs, about to do a 3rd, she is working part time but is really needing to drop some for her mental health (If I can find a 4th... I'm about ready to take it to make things work if I can). She struggles with anxiety and depression a fair bit, so I'm trying to take as much of the pressure off her as I can.

We have ran the $$$ numbers back and forth... if we could get around 25-30K across the next 2 years, even if it's between 10 different options it would allow her to get through school without working, and I could make up the shortfalls with a couple side jobs.

EDIT: Adding clarification
This is the SDSU BSN program, She is done with generals (2 years) and in the clinical portion of the back half. The clinical portion is 5 semesters (yes..5...) and we're finishing the first one in a few weeks.

Near Phillips.

A few miles past the state line. Not exactly on it. But damn near it

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