Gettysburg SD Police Department

05/24/2026

05/09/2026

If this sweet little guy is your or you know who he belongs to, contact the Gettysburg Police Department at 605-765-9600

05/09/2026

🚔 CLICK IT OR TICKET 🚔

Drivers will see more law enforcement on the road from May 11 – 31, 2026, as part of the Click It or Ticket high-visibility seat belt enforcement campaign.

Seat belts save lives — and the facts prove it:

• Seat belts reduce the risk of fatal injury to front-seat passengers by 45%.
• You are more likely to be ejected from a vehicle during a crash if you aren’t buckled up.
• Air bags are designed to work with seat belts, not replace them.
• Unbuckled passengers can become “human projectiles” during a crash, seriously injuring themselves or others in the vehicle.

If law enforcement spots someone unbelted, they will issue a ticket. Law enforcement writes tickets to save lives.

No matter how short the trip is — buckle up every trip, every time.

05/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

Not all struggles are visible. Every day, people in our communities—including right here in Spink County—are quietly battling anxiety, depression, trauma, and overwhelming stress.

The harsh reality: mental health challenges are more common than many realize, and too often, people suffer in silence. Lives are affected every single day—and sometimes, tragically, lost. That’s why these conversations matter.

You are not alone. It’s okay to ask for help.

If you need immediate support:
• Call or text 988 (Su***de & Crisis Lifeline) — available 24/7
• Chat via https://chat.988lifeline.org/
• Northeastern Mental Health Center
• Avera St. Luke’s Hospital Behavioral Health
• If you feel unsafe, call 911 right away

We are committed to protecting and supporting our community—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. Check in on one another. A simple conversation could make all the difference.

💚 Spink County Sheriff’s Office

05/02/2026

04/03/2026

We’ve been hearing reports that scammers are claiming to be the SD DMV. They are threatening many penalties. If you receive this text please ignore it. If you are concerned it is true that you have not taken care of your vehicles registration or your driving privileges may be affected please look up the number for your local treasurers office or driver’s licensing.

02/13/2026

If this is your cat or know who it belongs to, contact the Gettysburg Police Department to arrange pickup.