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Government
5 months ago
Rhoden Creates New Secure Standard Reporting System

Governor Larry Rhoden has signed an executive order aimed at strengthening transparency and accountability in South Dakota’s state government. The order establishes a secure, standardized reporting system for state employees and supervisors, aligning with upcoming requirements in Senate Bills 62 and 63.

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Government
5 months ago
Prison Reset Committee Reconvenes with New Site Options on the Table

The Project Prison Reset committee convened in Springfield on Tuesday to continue tackling South Dakota’s long-term correctional facility needs. Despite over a year of debate, the location of a new prison remains unresolved.

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Education
5 months ago
DWU Spring Concert to be held

MITCHELL – The Ron and Sheilah Gates Department of Music at Dakota Wesleyan University […]

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Government
5 months ago
Thune Touts Successful First 100 Days of Trump Administration

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks […]

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Government
5 months ago
Highway Patrol Conducting Sobriety Checkpoints Throughout May

The South Dakota Highway Patrol will conduct sobriety checkpoints across 14 counties during May in an effort to prevent drunk driving. In collaboration with local law enforcement, checkpoints are planned in counties such as Charles Mix, Davison, and Minnehaha.

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Government
5 months ago
Real ID Will Be Required To Fly Starting Next Week

Travelers at Sioux Falls Regional Airport may experience delays starting next week as TSA enforces REAL ID requirements at security checkpoints. Passengers using state-issued IDs that are not REAL ID compliant will be denied access.

Crime
5 months ago
New Parking Fees in Downtown Sioux Falls

New parking fees and fines in Downtown Sioux Falls are drawing concern from City Councilor Curt Soehl, who fears the changes may reverse years of economic growth and revitalization.

Local Sports
5 months ago
Dakota Wesleyan University promotes Sam Nicholson to Head Men’s Basketball Coach

Mitchell, S.D. – Dakota Wesleyan University announces the promotion of Sam Nicholson as the […]

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Government
5 months ago
Jon Hansen Announces 2026 South Dakota Governor Run with Karla Lems as Running Mate

The 2026 South Dakota Governor’s race is officially underway as Republican Speaker of the State House Jon Hansen launched his campaign during a public event at the Military Heritage Alliance in Sioux Falls.

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Government
5 months ago
Rep. Dusty Johnson Honors Vietnam Veterans in Watertown with Emotional Pinning Ceremony

On April 24, 2025, Representative Dusty Johnson hosted a moving pinning ceremony at American Legion Post 17 in Watertown, South Dakota, to honor Vietnam War Veterans for their dedicated service between 1955 and 1975.

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