South Dakota Trade is rapidly making its mark by generating millions in international business deals through global trade missions. The organization’s latest success came from a recent mission to Israel, with more opportunities ahead.
The Davison-Hanson County Ambulance District is finalizing plans to fund rural EMS services following voter approval of a $700,000 measure. This week, the board approved a contract with the city of Mitchell for emergency medical services and discussed a possible $100,000 funding increase.
Planning is officially underway for the Mount Rushmore Fireworks show in 2026 in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Governor Larry Rhoden and U.S. Secretary of Interior Doug Burgum have signed a Memorandum of Agreement to move forward with the planning. For more Government stories from
Starting July 1, individuals with enhanced or restricted enhanced concealed carry permits will be allowed to carry handguns on South Dakota’s public college and technical school campuses.
South Dakota lawmakers are launching a summer study on the state’s high incarceration rates through the Legislature’s Interim Committee on Incarceration and Re-entry. Unlike previous discussions focused on building new prisons, this effort targets sentencing guidelines, inmate rehabilitation, and reentry support.
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced indictments in connection with two fatal drug overdoses at the state penitentiary in 2024. Inmate Manarion Fuse is charged with distributing synthetic drugs that led to an inmate’s death in February and faces up to 70 years in prison.
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced that 24 inmates have been indicted following a violent disturbance at the Sioux Falls state penitentiary on May 27. The incident left 14 inmates injured, including four hospitalized, and resulted in charges such as aggravated assault, simple assault, and rioting.
Sioux Falls Police are investigating four separate weekend shootings across the city, including incidents near downtown and an apartment complex east of I-229 and 21st Street. While no life-threatening injuries were reported, the shootings have sparked concern among residents.
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U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) is accepting applications for fall 2025 internships in his Washington, D.C., Pierre, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls offices. College students selected will receive a stipend and may earn academic credit. Internships typically run September through December, with flexible scheduling available.