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People

5 years ago

Flags At Half-Staff In Remembrance Of Congressman Alcee Hastings

PIERRE, S.D. – Today, Governor Kristi Noem ordered that flags be flown at half-staff […]

People

5 years ago

Decorated WWII Veteran Honored With Museum Exhibit

RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — A decorated World War II veteran from South Dakota […]

Local Sports

5 years ago

Four Coyotes Named To The All-Summit League Volleyball Team

SIOUX FALLS – South Dakota placed four on the All-Summit League volleyball teams that […]

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Business

1 day ago

Sledding Season Arrives: Experts Share Safety Tips for Families Enjoying Winter Fun

As winter settles in across South Dakota, families are heading to neighborhood hills for sledding—one of the season’s most popular outdoor activities. Safety experts are reminding parents and children to follow key precautions to prevent injuries.

Education

1 day ago

Sioux Falls Superintendent, Lawmakers Criticize Lack of Education Funding Increase in Governor’s Budget Proposal

Sioux Falls School Superintendent Jamie Nold and former House Majority Leader Will Mortenson voiced concerns over Gov. Larry Rhoden’s budget plan, which includes no increase in K-12 funding despite state law requiring one.

Government

1 day ago

Thune Says Senate Has Broken “Historic Blockade” to Advance More Than 400 of President Trump’s Nominees

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune said the Senate has surpassed 300 confirmations of President Trump’s civilian nominees and is on track to exceed 400, following what he described as unprecedented delays from Senate Democrats.

Local

1 day ago

South Dakota Sees 143% Surge in Home-Schooled Students, Leading to Major Funding Losses for Public Schools

South Dakota’s home-school population has grown 143% since 2015–16, according to a Johns Hopkins University database, resulting in more than $60 million in lost state funding for public schools.

Crime

1 day ago

South Dakota Attorney General Joins National Crackdown in Operation Robocall Roundup

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined officials nationwide in Phase 2 of Operation Robocall Roundup, issuing warnings to four major telecom companies accused of routing illegal robocalls.