Dec. 12, 2025: Pierre Street crews began sanding at 5a.m., but city officials are reminding the public to use caution on all roads Friday (Dec. 12, 2025) because of icy travel conditions. Additionally, Pierre residents are reminded that sidewalk snow removal is the responsibility of the adjacent pro perty owner. Because of scheduling adjustments, the Pierre’s Thursday garbage collection route is being collected Friday. If collection does not occur as expected, Pierre will let the public know. As a reminder, city-purchased garbage bags can be taken to the Pierre Solid Waste Facility at any time during operating hours, free of charge. The facility is open Monday through Friday from 8a.m. to 5p.m., and Saturday from 9a.m. to 1p.m. There’s potential for more snowfall beginning Friday afternoon and continuing into Saturday morning, with forecasted totals currently being up to 5 inches. Street crews will plow accordingly until all streets in Pierre are fully open. Once priority routes are cleared, crews will begin widening roadways, applying salt to hills and slick areas, and addressing additional problem spots throughout the community. Drivers are asked to not park vehicles on Emergency Snow Routes so plows can safely and efficiently clear the streets. Within Pierre city limits people are encouraged to: Avoid travel unless absolutely necessary Reduce speed and allow extra stopping distance Give City crews plenty of room to work Stay tuned to weather updates and City alerts For snow-related updates for the City of Pierre, sign up for text message alerts through Alert Sense at tinyurl.com/alertsensepierre. You can also follow City of Pierre Municipal Government on Facebook, Instagram or X. For more information, visit cityofpierre.org or contact the City at (605) 773-7434. Access the SD511 website by using this link. Find DRG weather related announcements at https://drgnews.com/listing/weather-announcements-for-friday-dec-12-2025/.   Dec. 11, 2025, update: The City of Pierre is advising the public to drive slowly and carefully on all city streets Thursday (Dec. 11, 2025) as widespread ice has created hazardous travel conditions. Street crews are out sanding, but ice is developing quickly and is difficult to keep up with. Pierre’s sanders will operate until 5p.m. to support a safer evening commute. Drivers are encouraged to stay on Emergency Snow Routes, as those areas are the priority for sanding. Within Pierre city limits people are encouraged to: Avoid travel unless absolutely necessary Reduce speed and allow extra stopping distance Give City crews plenty of room to work Stay tuned to weather updates and City alerts For snow-related updates for the City of Pierre, sign up for text message alerts through Alert Sense at tinyurl.com/alertsensepierre. You can also follow City of Pierre Municipal Government on Facebook, Instagram or X. Pierre Street Department sanders will resume operations at 5a.m. Friday to assist morning commuters.   Dec. 11, 2025: From the City of Pierre: Roads are icy and extremely slick. Street crews are out sanding the streets, but ice is forming faster than sanders can operate. Please use extreme caution if you must travel. For snow-related updates for the City of Pierre, sign up for text message alerts through Alert Sense at tinyurl.com/alertsensepierre. For more information, visit cityofpierre.org and select Street Department or follow City of Pierre Municipal Government on Facebook, Instagram or X.   ...read more read less