Two Sioux Falls City Councilors, Richard Thomason and Rich Merkouris, are spearheading efforts to expand the Sioux Falls Regional Airport, a project they say is vital to South Dakota’s economy.
South Dakota closed its fiscal year with a $63 million budget surplus, which, along with $106 million in prison funds, was added to the state’s emergency reserves, now totaling nearly $492 million. Governor Larry Rhoden emphasized the state’s commitment to conservative budgeting and smart fiscal management, even amid a decline in sales tax revenue.
Committee version of the bill authorizes $406 million for projects in South Dakota, $3.4 billion for B-21 procurement
A major legal setback has hit Neighbors Opposing Prison Expansion (NOPE), as the South Dakota Supreme Court ruled against the group’s effort to block construction of a new men’s state prison in rural Lincoln County. The ruling ends a nearly two-year legal battle, but NOPE leaders say they respect the court’s decision and remain committed to their mission.
Sioux Falls-based POET is advancing efforts to reduce its carbon intensity score by launching a new clean energy project near its Big Stone City plant. In partnership with California energy firm Antora and Minnesota-based Otter Tail Power Company, the project aims to cut emissions and support long-term sustainability goals.
South Dakota is investing in its emerging tech sector with the launch of a new seed fund aimed at supporting startups and innovation-driven businesses. The Board of Economic Development has approved a $500,000 loan to Elevate Rapid City to help establish the fund.
A Sioux Falls man is in custody after allegedly making a bomb threat at a Brookings Starbucks on Wednesday afternoon. Police say the threat, which claimed a bomb was placed in the drive-thru, prompted a swift response from authorities, who later determined it was not credible. The suspect, William Watkins Jr., has been arrested and charged with making a felony terrorist threat.
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Former Mitchell Baseball Association president Jason Christensen is voicing frustration over the uncertain future for American Legion-aged baseball players in Mitchell, South Dakota. During a recent Sports and Events Authority meeting, Christensen criticized current MBA leadership for failing to resolve eligibility issues with South Dakota Legion Baseball and for allegedly discouraging parent input.
The Community Blood Bank is making an urgent call for blood donations as supplies reach critically low levels following the Fourth of July holiday. Officials say summer donations typically drop by 20% as people travel, while the need for blood rises due to car accidents and medical emergencies.