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6 months ago
Governor Rhoden Signs 20 Election Bills into Law, Issues Veto on Controversial Ballot Measure Petition Bill

South Dakota’s 100th Legislative Session concludes with significant changes to the state’s election and voting laws. Governor Larry Rhoden signed 20 election-related bills into law, including two that redefine residency requirements for voting and federal ballots.

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6 months ago
Sioux Falls School Board Criticizes South Dakota Legislature Over Disappointing Funding Increase

The Sioux Falls School Board gives the South Dakota Legislature low marks for the recently concluded legislative session. The district tracked 73 bills, with six of the seven bills it supported passing, while 39 opposed measures failed.

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6 months ago
South Dakota Supreme Court Hears Lawsuit Over Controversial Lincoln County Prison Proposal

The South Dakota Supreme Court heard arguments today in a lawsuit challenging the proposed new prison in Lincoln County. A.J. Swanson, representing landowners who are opposing the prison project, claims that nearby landowners were caught off guard by the announcement of the site location over a year ago. The Justices will deliberate and provide a written decision in the near future.

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6 months ago
Important Notice for Mitchell Homeowners: Beware of False Insurance Letters Regarding Waterline Coverage and Fees

Homeowners in Mitchell, beware of misleading letters from an insurance company regarding waterline coverage and potential fees. This company is not affiliated with the City of Mitchell.

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6 months ago
Federal Judge Denies Briley Piper’s Plea to Overturn Death Sentence for 2000 Murder of Chester Poage

A federal judge has rejected the latest plea from Briley Piper, the only inmate on South Dakota’s death row, to overturn his death sentence.

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6 months ago
Deadline Approaches for President Trump’s Tariffs on Mexico and Canada: Farmers Concerned About Impact on Trade

As the deadline for President Trump’s heavy tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada approaches, U.S. farmers, particularly in the Midwest, are bracing for the impact.

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6 months ago
South Dakota Lawmakers Await Governor Larry Rhoden’s Plan for Property Tax Relief Amid Growing Concerns

South Dakota lawmakers are eagerly awaiting Governor Larry Rhoden’s proposal for property tax relief, as legislators face challenges in addressing rising property taxes.

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6 months ago
Governor Larry Rhoden Signs Pro-Second Amendment Bills and Promotes Economic Growth During ‘Open for Opportunity’ Tour in Mitchell

Governor Larry Rhoden’s “Open for Opportunity” tour continued with a successful visit to Mitchell, where he highlighted key initiatives to support South Dakota’s economy and Second Amendment rights.

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6 months ago
South Dakota Legislature Passes Controversial Election Bill; Political Organization Fights to Stop It

South Dakota’s legislature recently passed several election-related bills, but one specific bill has drawn significant opposition from a political organization that argues it undermines the rule of the people.

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6 months ago
Governor Rhoden to Visit Mitchell for Week Two of ‘Open for Opportunity’ Tour, Sign Pro-Second Amendment Bills

Governor Rhoden will kick off week two of his ‘Open for Opportunity’ tour in Mitchell today, where he will sign several pro-Second Amendment bills at Boyd’s Gunstock.

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