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Larry Rhoden has announced a ticket lottery for the return of Independence Day fireworks at Mount Rushmore, part of the nation’s 250th birthday celebration.
Government
10 months ago
South Dakota Rep. Dusty Johnson Pushes Eliminate Shutdowns Act Amid Federal Government Shutdown

Federal shutdown threatens 12,000 South Dakota workers and national parks. Rep. Dusty Johnson backs Eliminate Shutdowns Act to prevent future crises.

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Crime
10 months ago
Olivet Man Indicted on Multiple Felony Sex Crimes Involving 13-Year-Old Girl

A 35-year-old Olivet man, Jacob Constant, faces multiple felony sex crime charges, including rape and incest, after allegedly assaulting a 13-year-old girl.

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10 months ago
South Dakota State Fair in Huron Brings in Over $265K in Collections, $3.2M in Visitor Spending

South Dakota’s state fair in Huron concluded successfully, generating over $265,000 in collections.

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Government
10 months ago
Mitchell School District Reports Slight Enrollment Decline, Elementary Numbers Increase

The Mitchell School District reports a minor drop in overall enrollment for 2025, with approximately 2,600 students, down from 2,640 in 2024, according to Superintendent Joe Childs.

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Crime
10 months ago
Lake Andes Woman Sentenced for Dollar General Break-In, Theft and Property Damage

A 26-year-old Lake Andes woman has been sentenced after admitting to breaking into a Dollar General store last March. Magdalene Silk pleaded guilty to felony property damage after stealing cigarettes and beer and causing thousands in damages.

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Crime
10 months ago
Family Dispute in Central Sioux Falls Turns Deadly; Man Fatally Stabbed, Suspect Arrested

Sioux Falls police say a family argument ended in tragedy Monday afternoon when 70-year-old James Lipscomb died from stab wounds.

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Crime
10 months ago
Attorney General Jackley Announces Brookings Man Indicted on 50 Counts of Distribution of Child Pornography

PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that a Brookings man has […]

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Government
10 months ago
Senator John Thune Blames Democrats as Federal Government Shutdown Continues

South Dakota Senator and Senate Majority Leader John Thune spoke out as the federal government entered a shutdown, attributing the impasse to Democrats’ far-left demands. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called it a Republican shutdown. Government operations will remain closed until Congress approves a new funding bill, Thune told Bret Baier of Fox News.

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10 months ago
Sioux Falls Thrive Shuts Down Operations Amid Funding Shortfalls; Programs Continue With Other Organizations

Sioux Falls Thrive, known for its work in food security, affordable housing, and youth enrichment, is closing operations.

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10 months ago
South Dakota Lawmakers Approve $650 Million Sioux Falls Prison; Lawmaker Urges Study of North Dakota’s System

South Dakota lawmakers approved funding for a $650 million prison in Sioux Falls, but State Rep. Mike Derby suggests studying North Dakota’s system.

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