South Dakota has introduced a new law aimed at protecting minors from harmful online content. Governor Rhoden recently signed House Bill 10-53, which mandates age verification for adult websites. The bill defines “covered platforms” as websites that create, host, or distribute material potentially harmful to minors. As a result, these platforms will now be required to implement strict age verification policies to ensure that users are of legal age before accessing adult content. This new legislation is a significant step in regulating online safety and protecting young users from inappropriate material.
An original report claimed that three puppies were found in a dumpster on January 25th. On Tuesday, Sioux Falls Animal Control said an investigation found false statements were made, and those puppies were never left outside or found in a dumpster.
Officials are sending out a warning about a high-risk offender who will be released from prison this week. The State DOC says Dillon Harrington is set to be released today and plans to live in the town of Wolsey.
Authorities say Patrick Anderson is accused of having unwanted sexual contact with four victims between April and August of last year. All of the victims are adults.
The bill would empower landowners to sue carbon pipeline land agents for deceptive practices, fraud, misrepresentation, intimidation or harassment during land access deals.
The Mitchell City Council is considering adding $1.1 million to the 2025 budget for upgrades at Hitchcock Park, including new lights, improved pathways, and new tennis courts.
Dakota Wesleyan University is going to be launching a new Nursing program in Sioux Falls this fall.
The state House of Representatives is approving a bill that would create a student-teacher stipend program that would allocate up to five-thousand dollars per school district that would be used to pay student teachers
According to South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley, the Department of Criminal Investigation is looking into the possible criminal activity of three employees, but he can’t disclose any more information.
The 22nd annual Media Group Radiothon has successfully raised over $50,000 for the Mitchell Community Scholarship Fund (MCSF), continuing its mission to support local high school graduates in pursuing higher education. This annual event is the primary fundraiser for MCSF, which has distributed over $1.48 million in scholarships since its inception. For 2024, each eligible Mitchell High School and Mitchell Christian graduate will receive $750 to aid in their college expenses.