[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 124 (Wednesday, July 29, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Pages S4330-S4331]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       RECOGNIZING THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF PEEVER, SOUTH DAKOTA

  Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today I recognize Peever, SD. The town of 
Peever will be celebrating its quasquicentennial on August 8, 2026. 
Peever will host anniversary events, including a parade, an antique 
tractor-pull, live music, and much more.
  Peever is located in Roberts County and is nestled at the edge of the 
beautiful Coteau Hills in the northeastern corner of South Dakota. The 
town of Peever is named after settler Thomas Henry Peever, an 
entrepreneur who cultivated the community's growth through railroad 
development and early commerce. As part of the Lake Traverse 
Reservation, the area is deeply tied to the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate

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and holds valued Tribal history. Despite a devasting fire, floods, and 
droughts, this community has continued to be a true testament to the 
resilience and tenacity seen across South Dakota. Home to more than 180 
South Dakotans, Peever is known for its rich agricultural and Native 
American heritage. Since Peever's beginning 125 years ago, the 
community continues to exemplify South Dakota's strong values, 
emboldened traditions, and enduring spirit.
  I offer my congratulations to the citizens of Peever on their town's 
quasquicentennial and wish them continued prosperity in the years to 
come.

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