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Government
2 months ago
Minnehaha County Urged to Reconsider United Way Fund Drive on County Time

Minnehaha County Commissioners are facing calls to reconsider their support of the annual United Way fund drive during county work hours.

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Government
2 months ago
Lawmakers Address Delays in Developmental Disability Care Payments

A South Dakota legislative committee is tackling long-standing billing issues within the state’s developmental disability care system.

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Government
2 months ago
Pierre College Student Announces Run for Governor

Robert Arnold, a 20-year-old Oglala Sioux Tribe member and student at Dakota State University, has launched his 2026 campaign for South Dakota governor. The young Democrat brings a fresh perspective and early political experience as a former legislative page and intern. Arnold will face a Democratic primary in June, while several Republicans and an Independent have also joined the race.

Sports
2 months ago
Sports Roundup: Thursday 7/24/25

WNBA The Minnesota Lynx will see action next tomorrow for WNBA on ION. They […]

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Lifestyle
2 months ago
Tensions Boil Over at Mitchell City Council Meeting Amid Ethics Accusations

A rift on the Mitchell City Council surfaced Monday as Councilman Mike Bathke accused fellow members Kevin McCardle and Jeff Smith of unethical conduct and undermining transparency. The dispute centers on board appointments and alleged unauthorized meetings with city staff.

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Government
2 months ago
South Dakota, ICE Launch Partnership to Target Violent Criminals

South Dakota is joining forces with ICE through the 287(g) program to target violent criminals and drug traffickers. Attorney General Marty Jackley announced the creation of a new task force in Pierre, where DCI agents will be trained to help enforce federal immigration laws.

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Government
2 months ago
Officials Back $650M Prison Plan in Sioux Falls While AG Warns of Possible Crime Spike

Top South Dakota officials gathered at the Washington Pavilion for a public safety forum focused on a proposed $650 million men’s prison in Sioux Falls. The plan, endorsed by the Project Prison Reset task force, could double the city’s prison population and raise crime concerns.

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Government
2 months ago
Former Huron Pastor Due In Court

Former Huron pastor Kevin W. Koester is scheduled to appear in court this week on child pornography charges. The 32-year-old, previously employed at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, was arrested after police searched his home and church office last month.

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Government
2 months ago
911 Centers Enhance Emergency Response With RapidSOS

South Dakota 9-1-1 centers are adopting RapidSOS, an AI-powered platform that delivers real-time data from over 540 million devices to first responders. The system enhances emergency response by providing caller location, health profiles, and crash data instantly.

Sports
2 months ago
Sports Roundup: Wednesday 7/23/25

WNBA The Minnesota Lynx faced the Chicago Sky last night in Minneapolis, MN. It […]

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