South Dakota - LAST

10/13/2026

Chief Manger was our first deployment as a LAST. This deployment made the team what it is today, plus it gave us a huge asset…a family member, coworker, friend, and a brother in blue (brown).

In Memoriam: October 14, 2017 - LODD
Chief Donald Manger, 54
Presho Volunteer Fire Department. Presho, SD
Chief Manger died after suffering a medical condition. While working at a structure fire in rural Lyman County, Chief Manger collapsed to the ground. Responders at the scene immediately started performing CPR. He was taken to a Pierre Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

10/12/2026

Passing of Deputy Katherine Frank -

The Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office announces with profound sadness the passing of Deputy Katherine Frank, age 26, earlier today. Deputy Frank was surrounded by her family and loved ones in her final moments. In her final act of service and generosity, she became an organ donor, continuing to help others even in her passing. Katherine worked at the South Dakota State Penitentiary from September 2022 until being hired with the Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office in June 2024.

Deputy Frank’s death is a significant loss to our agency and to the broader law enforcement community in and around Sioux Falls. She served the citizens of Minnehaha County with professionalism, humility, and dedication. Her absence will be felt deeply by all who have had the privilege of working alongside her.

A memorial has been established at the Law Enforcement Center located at 320 W. 4th St., Sioux Falls, SD, for those who wish to pay their respects. The Sheriff’s Office will also continue maintaining a presence at the hospital as we support her family during this difficult time.
Further information regarding funeral services, honors, and departmental arrangements will be provided as soon as it becomes available.

Deputy Frank served with dignity and heart. Her service made a meaningful difference, and her impact will remain with us always.

10/11/2026

We stand with our brothers in blue. Please hold all of those that wear the uniform in your thoughts and prayers.

09/27/2026

Come join us in Pierre today as remember our fallen. Event is open to everyone.

09/22/2026

SD-LAST has been asked to assist with logistical needs for the Level 3 service of retired emergency management director Montie Horn. Please keep all that knew Montie and his family in your thoughts.

https://heartlandfunerals.com/montie-frederick-horn/

Attached is the map for the Westside Lutheran Church (3901 Oklahoma Ave in Sioux Falls). Apparatus parking will be on Oklahoma Ave going south. First apparatus will stop north of the church driveway. Enter W. Briggs Dr from Benson RD go north to cul-de-sac to S. Oklahoma Ave. Procession apparatus will pull into Runnings Parking lot before Hills of Rest Cemetery to allow private vehicles to enter cemetery.

Service will be Thursday, September 24th at 10am.

09/16/2026

https://atg.sd.gov/OurOffice/Media/pressreleasesdetail.aspx?id=3151 .tab=0

09/16/2026

Rest easy sir

09/11/2026

We remember

09/10/2026

We remember and honor the following firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty on September 10. We also recognize their sacrifice and that of their families. Search for the Roll of Honor profiles of these firefighters on our website.

09/10/2026

We remember

In Memoriam: September 10, 2002 - LODD
Assistant Chief Roger Glen McMillin, 44
Martin Volunteer Fire Department. Martin, South Dakota
Chief McMillin was at work at Mueller Feeds and engaged in the cleaning of a below grade molasses tank used in the manufacturing of animal feed. The tank had a few inches of molasses remaining at the bottom. A co-worker descended into the tank as Chief McMillin stood by at the tank entrance. In less than 1 minute, the co-worker became unconscious and fell face down into the molasses. Chief McMillin called for help indicating that he thought that his co-worker had suffered a heart attack. He instructed his supervisor to call 9-1-1 and said that he was going into the tank to assist. From the moment the fire department was called, Chief McMillin was considered to be on-duty. Chief McMillin descended into the tank and was overcome almost immediately. Both men were removed from the tank by arriving responders and CPR was initiated. Both men were transported to the hospital where they were pronounced dead. The cause of death for Chief McMillin was listed as asphyxiation due to exposure to hydrogen sulfide and a low oxygen atmosphere.