Don’t miss the annual Ag Day event this Saturday, happening from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls. With over 30 vendors showcasing the best of Midwest agriculture, this free event celebrates the importance of agriculture in the region.
The investigation into the murder of Jacob Gallman Ringing Shield in Sioux Falls earlier this month is ongoing. Police responded to a violent incident on 8th Street and Indiana Avenue on Saturday, March 8th, where they discovered a man with a severe head injury following a fight.
A warning has been issued by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office regarding a new wave of scam phone calls. The caller informs victims that they have missed jury duty and that a warrant for their arrest has been issued. To avoid arrest, the scammer claims the individual can make a payment through PayPal to dismiss the charge. Authorities urge anyone receiving such calls to hang up immediately and avoid sharing personal information. Stay alert and report suspicious calls to local authorities.
Governor Larry Rhoden’s “Open for Opportunity Tour” is set to visit various cities across the state, aiming to drive business development, economic growth, and address workforce needs while tackling local challenges. Kicking off the tour in Sioux Falls, Governor Rhoden is engaging with communities to discuss innovative solutions for a prosperous future. Stay tuned for additional tour stops as the governor travels statewide, fostering economic opportunities and job creation.
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Two people are in custody, but police are still searching for a third suspect in connection with an Amber Alert issued on Friday in Sioux Falls. Lelana Sittingup and Tianna Bluebird are accused of kidnapping a one-year-old boy at gunpoint from an apartment on Thursday night. The toddler was found the next day in a nearby apartment, leading to the arrests of Bluebird and another suspect. However, Sittingup, wanted on four warrants, remains at large. She faces charges of first-degree kidnapping, aggravated eluding, and fleeing from police. Sittingup also has a criminal history that includes drug charges and involvement in a high-speed chase. Bluebird is facing charges related to the kidnapping, while another suspect is charged with child abuse.
As one of seven attorneys general from across the country, Jackley spoke at the National Press Club about the growing dangers of fentanyl. He stressed the importance of strong partnerships between federal, state, and local law enforcement in addressing the opioid crisis. The group also discussed their collaboration with the Trump administration on securing the border and protecting Americans from violent criminals.
South Dakota lawmakers and state leaders are reflecting on the outcomes of the 2025 legislative session, with the most notable achievement being the limitation of eminent domain powers for Carbon Capture pipeline companies. This significant victory comes after nearly four years of legislative battles. Pipeline critic Ed Fischbach is celebrating the win, as the grassroots movement opposing the pipeline continues to gain momentum. The movement has already scored several victories, including state Supreme Court rulings, a successful election referendum, and now, this legislative success.
Governor Larry Rhoden has signed 10 new bills designed to foster economic opportunity in South Dakota. These bills address various issues, including changes to licensing and inspection fees, the establishment of an electronic vehicle title system, and updates to trust provisions and sales tax exemptions. Governor Rhoden highlighted that these measures are crucial to sustaining South Dakota’s economic growth. Notably, SB 131 and HB 1232 were signed during a ceremony in Sioux Falls as part of his “Open for Opportunity” tour. To date, the governor has signed 136 bills and vetoed one in this legislative session.
