People
5 months ago
LifeServe Blood Center announces largest blood drive of the year

LifeServe Blood Center is excited to announce our largest blood drive of the year, […]

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Lifestyle
5 months ago
Gov. Rhoden Signs Executive Order To Address Fuel Shortage

In response to ongoing fuel shortages in South Dakota, Governor Larry Rhoden has signed an executive order temporarily suspending federal driving hour limits for fuel delivery drivers.

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Lifestyle
5 months ago
Mitchell City Council to Review $2.5M in Spending, Term Limits, Rental Ordinance at May 19 Meeting

The Mitchell City Council will address major agenda items at today’s regular meeting, including first readings of proposed ordinances on mayor and city council term limits and a new rental inspection program.

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Government
5 months ago
Some South Dakotans are speaking out against Amendment L

Amendment L is drawing debate ahead of the 2026 South Dakota ballot. The proposed constitutional change would require a 60% supermajority to pass future amendments, replacing the current simple majority rule.

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Government
5 months ago
Project Prison Reset Task Force Report

The Project Prison Reset task force has released new findings following a third-party report by Arrington Watkins, confirming that the South Dakota State Penitentiary in Sioux Falls has reached the end of its operational life.

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Lifestyle
5 months ago
Department of Veterans Affairs to Host Memorial Day Program

The South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs will host a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 26, at noon at the South Dakota Veterans Cemetery in Sioux Falls.

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Government
5 months ago
Attorney General Warns of Renewed Toll Road Text Scam in South Dakota

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley is alerting residents about a rising “Toll Road” text scam targeting mobile users. The scam falsely claims individuals owe toll taxes for using South Dakota roads and bridges, which remain toll-free.

Lifestyle
5 months ago
Despite economic concerns, Americans are set on getting away for Memorial Day weekend

Whether it’s a road trip to a nearby lake or jumping on a plane to explore a big city, Americans are expected to get away in record numbers over the long Memorial Day weekend even as economic and technical worries rattle the U.S. travel industry.

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Government
5 months ago
The Fight to Save Ellsworth

On May 13, 2005, the U.S. Department of Defense announced it was recommending South […]

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Lifestyle
5 months ago
SD Mosquito Season Arrives

South Dakota’s mosquito season is starting earlier than usual this year due to unseasonably warm temperatures and a mild winter, according to entomologist Amanda Bachmann.

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