South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson supports President Trump’s tariffs, citing potential benefits for local exports and fairer global trade. In an interview with KELOLAND News, Johnson also addressed the disruptive impact of DOGE, calling the changes long overdue for key markets.
The South Dakota Board of Regents expands dual credit options with the Gateway Certificate Program, helping high school students earn college credits and explore careers in Architecture, Digital Technology, Health Sciences, and STEM—saving time and money on a college degree while supporting workforce development in South Dakota.
Wildfire risk is on the rise across South Dakota as windy weather, dry conditions, and above-normal temperatures create a dangerous mix. Most of the state is experiencing moderate to severe drought, with extreme drought reported in the southwest, according to the latest drought map.
Starting Monday, the intersection of State Highway 37 bypass and Main Street will be closed for construction work.
South Dakota education leaders are weighing their response to a federal warning that could impact school funding. The Trump Administration has threatened to withhold education dollars from states that continue to operate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs.
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined a coalition of 51 Attorneys General in a nationwide effort to stop illegal robocalls. The Anti-Robocall Multistate Litigation Task Force has issued warnings to nine phone service providers.
South Dakota FFA members packed over 55,000 meals during “Living to Serve Day” at the state FFA convention in Brookings on April 3rd. In partnership with Meals of Hope, the meals were donated to Feeding South Dakota and Feeding Brookings to combat food insecurity.
Sioux Falls nonprofit Call to Freedom is preparing to open its new 13,000-square-foot facility at 4501 South Technology Drive, just south of The Empire Mall.
The City of Mitchell is currently covering the cost of rural emergency medical services, but a proposed ambulance tax district could change that. A special election on April 22 will determine if Davison and Hanson County residents support the funding plan, which would generate $700,000 annually.
The Mitchell City Council has greenlit a $1 million plan to redevelop a mobile home park area just north of Hitchcock Park. The redevelopment will include expanded Aquatic Center parking, new homes, and apartment complexes