Mitchell is no longer in the running for South Dakota’s next men’s prison. The state’s Prison Project Reset Task Force voted Tuesday to remove the city from consideration, citing strong public opposition and workforce concerns.
Sioux Falls native Hope Grismer is running across South Dakota—430 miles from Spearfish to Brookings—in under 10 days to raise money for Feeding South Dakota. Starting July 7, Grismer aims to beat the current run record of 10 days, 7 hours while raising $4,300 to fight food insecurity.
The South Dakota Department of Health is marking 25 years of Bright Start, a home visiting program that has supported over 5,000 families since its 1999 launch. Bright Start connects pregnant women with registered nurses who provide in-home education, resources, and support through the child’s second birthday.
U.S. Highway 14-A in Spearfish Canyon has reopened after a weekend rockslide forced a temporary closure near Savoy. The South Dakota Department of Transportation warns drivers to expect rough road conditions and reduced speed limits while crews continue cleanup and blasting work.
The Pine Ridge Reservation remains under a state of emergency as the Oglala Sioux Tribe continues to face severe public safety challenges. Tribal President Frank Star Comes Out says little progress has been made since his December plea for more law enforcement, drug enforcement, and jail space.
Syphilis cases are declining in South Dakota, dropping over 40% from their peak in 2022. The state Department of Health credits the progress to a statewide response involving tribal health services, hospitals, jails, and other partners.
The South Dakota Project Prison Reset task force is meeting today to evaluate potential locations for a new men’s state prison, with two northeast Sioux Falls sites—North Bahnson Avenue and Benson Road—leading the shortlist.
The Sioux Falls Driver License Express Station is transitioning to appointment-only service starting Wednesday, July 9th, in an effort to improve customer experience and reduce wait times.
The South Dakota State Fair Foundation proudly presents the inaugural SoDak National Junior Rodeo, happening October 10–12 at the Dakota Events Complex in Huron, SD. This exciting youth rodeo event features thrilling competitions like Girls Barrel Racing, Bareback Riding, Breakaway Roping, Bull Riding, Goat Tying, and more.
Sioux Falls Fire Department officials are urging residents to take some precautions as they celebrate Independence Day with a bang. The city has had five structure fires caused by fireworks over the last five years.