Representative Dusty Johnson addressed key economic concerns during a tourism coalition event in Sioux Falls, speaking out against federal cuts from DOGE, the long-term risks of high tariffs, and his legislative focus for the coming year. Johnson highlighted potential negative effects on South Dakota’s tourism industry, while reaffirming his opposition to prolonged trade tariffs.
The agreement cuts payments by 33% for Division I schools, including South Dakota State University and the University of South Dakota, while safeguarding women’s sports funding and ensuring continued support for the Women’s Basketball Performance Fund.
Voters in rural Davison and Hanson counties overwhelmingly approved the formation of the Davison-Hanson Ambulance District, a major step toward enhancing emergency medical services (EMS) in underserved South Dakota communities.
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota’s unemployment rate dropped to 1.8 percent in March, down one-tenth […]
Wyoming entrepreneur Reid Rasner, founder of Rasner Media, has announced plans to tour South Dakota with Governor Larry Rhoden as part of his ambitious effort to bring TikTok operations to the state.
Lake Mitchell is set for a major environmental restoration, with a $25 million cleanup project scheduled to begin this fall and continue through 2027.
The Mitchell Chamber of Commerce’s Government Affairs Committee invites the public to a School Board Candidate Forum on Tuesday, May 20th at 5:30 PM, held at the City Council Chamber on Main Street, Mitchell.
President Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is drawing national attention as criticism and confusion mount. With over 2,300 constituent calls to Senator Mike Rounds’ office, public concern over DOGE’s impact is intensifying.
South Dakota’s Department of Transportation is urging drivers to stay alert and practice caution in work zones as National Work Zone Awareness Week kicks off. Running through April 25th, the nationwide campaign promotes safe driving through construction areas.
South Dakota Trade has named Jesse Fonkert as its new president and CEO, officially stepping into the role on Monday.