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Business
4 months ago
AG Jackley Pushes for Cheaper Prison Plan, Says Time to Act Is Now

South Dakota’s Prison Reset Task Force is racing against time with only two meetings left before making critical recommendations on prison overcrowding. The group must decide what type of facility to build and where. Attorney General Marty Jackley suggests a 1,500–1,700 bed prison could be constructed for significantly less than current estimates, possibly using existing state-owned sites.

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Government
4 months ago
Veterans Rally Set in Rapid City to Defend VA Services and Honor D-Day

Join the Veterans’ Rally in Rapid City on Friday, June 6th outside City Hall. This patriotic event, part of the nationwide 50-50-1 Veterans movement, aims to show strong support for local veterans, federal workers, and the Black Hills VA Health Care System.

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Opinion
4 months ago
Welcoming South Dakota Heroes: Midwest Honor Flight Highlights a Week of Service in D.C.

In this week’s Weekly Round[s] Up, the standout moment was meeting 76 heroic South Dakota veterans visiting Washington, D.C. through the Midwest Honor Flight. Representing 37 towns and serving in WWII, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, these veterans were honored at the memorials dedicated to their service.

Government
4 months ago
Toby Doeden Enters 2026 South Dakota Governor’s Race as ‘Dakota First’ Conservative

Businessman and conservative PAC leader Toby Doeden has officially launched his bid for South Dakota governor, becoming the second declared candidate in the 2026 race. Describing himself as an “unapologetic Dakota First conservative,”

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Government
4 months ago
Legislators to Tackle Soaring Property Taxes in 2026 Amid Rising Residential Demand

With residential property taxes climbing rapidly due to high demand and rising home values, state legislators are preparing to debate potential solutions in the 2026 legislative session. Lieutenant Governor notes that while the state sets property tax guidelines, it’s local governments that determine how the funds are spent—fueling the urgency for reform.

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Business
4 months ago
Huron Post Office Dedicated to Fallen Hero 1st Lt. Thomas Michael Martin in Honorary Ceremony

On May 27th, the Huron community gathered for a heartfelt ceremony dedicating the Huron Post Office to First Lieutenant Thomas Michael Martin, a local hero who gave his life in service during the Iraq War.

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Government
4 months ago
Wyoming Businessman Eyes TikTok Purchase, Plans Key Role for South Dakota and Dakota State University

Wyoming businessman Reid Rasner is making headlines with his bid to acquire social media giant TikTok— and if successful, he says South Dakota will become a strategic hub for the platform. Dakota State University in Madison is expected to be a major benefactor.

Farm
4 months ago
Dakotafest Seeks Nominations for the 2025 Woman Farmer/Rancher of the Year Award

EAGAN, MN (MITCHELLNOW) – IDEAg Group LLC., producers of Dakotafest, seeks nominations for the sixth-annual […]

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Lifestyle
4 months ago
Remember the Fallen By Sen. John Thune

I recently had the privilege of welcoming a group of South Dakota veterans to […]

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Government
4 months ago
Attorney General Jackley Announces Specifics For ICE 287(g) Partnership

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces the state Division […]

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