Here's a look at Tuesday's headlines

- 2 charged in murder of 17-year-old

- County tables action on sales tax vote

- Summer programs, activities wrap up at Acme Park

- Clinton Mission House names new director

- Jones eyes top tailback spot for 2021

The Clinton Daily News was contacted Monday by Executive Assistant Travis Smith of the U.S. Attorney’s Office. He released a statement in regards to the ongoing murder investigation of a 17-year-old Clinton male.

Competing at the Clinton rodeo

Rodeo princess Fenli Simmons shows off her horsemanship this weekend during competition at the annual Clinton Rodeo. CDN

During Monday’s regular meeting at the Custer County Courthouse. County commissioners discussed calling an election for continuation of the county sales tax. Commissioners decided to take no action on the ballot and will address the topic again next week.

Acme Parks and Recreation has had many activities lined up over the summer months for the community, according to Summer Pennington, Acme Parks and Rec director. Now that the summer is nearing its end, so are the programs.

To keep your coffee beans as fresh as possible, the National Coffee Association has some simple tips that will ensure the first cup is as good as the last. First, the biggest enemies of coffee beans are air, moisture, heat and light. Use airtight containers that are opaque, and keep them in a cool, dark spot. Inside a cabinet away from the oven, for example, is ideal. If you have preground coffee, transfer it out of the bag and into a container, and try to buy it in smaller batches.

Responded to a non-injury accident with deer on Highway 73 near Ranger Station at Foss Lake.

Today is the 215th day of 2021 and the 45th day of summer.

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