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Government
8 months ago
South Dakota’s Legislative Session Wraps Up

The South Dakota Legislature is nearing the end of its historic 100th legislative session, with today marking the 35th working day of the 38-day session. Monday was the final day for bills and joint resolutions to pass both chambers, as well as the last chance for lawmakers to invoke the “smoke out” rule, forcing committees to release stalled bills.

Sports
8 months ago
Summit League Tourney Has Big Economic Impact

The annual Summit League Tournament in Sioux Falls delivers a significant economic boost, attracting an estimated 65,000 attendees and generating around $10 million in local revenue. Over the course of its five-day basketball competition, the event drives spending across local retailers, restaurants, hotels, attractions, and gas stations, according to the Sioux Falls Sports Authority.

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Government
8 months ago
Carbon Capture Pipeline Opponents Celebrate, But Remain Cautious

Carbon Capture Pipeline Opposition Celebrates Key Victory as Governor Signs Bill Removing Eminent Domain, But Caution Remains Amid Ongoing Battle

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Lifestyle
8 months ago
Second Suspect Arrested in Sioux Falls Infant Kidnapping

A second suspect has been arrested in connection to the kidnapping of a seven-month-old from Sioux Falls. Chosen Butler was found with Betty Cross in Detroit, where she, and Taylor Edwards were taken into custody.

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Local
8 months ago
Efforts to Address South Dakota’s Childcare Crisis

State lawmakers are hoping for the Governor’s signature on a bill aimed at easing the state’s childcare crisis. House Minority Leader Erin Healy sponsored the bill, which would make childcare workers eligible for childcare assistance payments.

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Agriculture
8 months ago
Carbon Capture Pipeline Opponents Celebrate, But Remain Cautious

Opponents of the carbon capture pipeline are celebrating with caution after Governor Rhoden signed a bill removing eminent domain for CO2 pipelines. The fight over this issue has been ongoing for nearly four years, and Spink County landowner Ed Fischbach says it all began with one simple question.

Crime
8 months ago
Sioux Falls Law Enforcement Leaders Express Concern Over Rising Assaults on Officers

Sioux Falls area law enforcement officials are sounding the alarm over a troubling increase in assaults against officers. Minnehaha County Sheriff Mike Milstead voiced his concerns during a joint news conference on Friday.

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Government
8 months ago
Mitchell Firefighters Union’s Chase The Ace Finds A Winner

The ace of hearts was found Saturday night in the final drawing of the Mitchell Firefighters Union’s Chase the Ace fundraiser. The jackpot reached over $10,000, with $5,060 going to the lucky winner.

Education
8 months ago
MTI Drive May Get A New Name

The Mitchell Board of Education will discuss a potential street name change at its meeting today at 5:30pm. The proposal seeks to rename MTI Drive to Mitchell Tech Drive to reflect the college’s recent name change.

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Local
8 months ago
LifeQuest to build Tiny Home Village In Mitchell

LifeQuest has asked the city of Mitchell to sponsor a grant for building several tiny homes for people with developmental disabilities on Eighth Avenue at North Gamble Street.