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Pet of the Week
12 months ago
Glacier: Heartland Humane Society

Hi there! My name is Glacier, and I’m a handsome, 2-year-old Lab mix with […]

Pet of the Week
12 months ago
Hank: Heartland Humane Society

I LOVE a good car ride—windows down, ears flappin’, country tunes on the radio. […]

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Crime
12 months ago
Controversy Grows Around Trump’s Government Efficiency Plan DOGE as Lawmakers Address Public Backlash

President Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is drawing national attention as criticism and confusion mount. With over 2,300 constituent calls to Senator Mike Rounds’ office, public concern over DOGE’s impact is intensifying.

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Agriculture
12 months ago
SD Part Of National Forest Hiring Spree

“South Dakota is joining a major USDA Forest Service hiring initiative aimed at bolstering wildfire preparedness in the Rocky Mountain Region. The agency plans to hire approximately 1,100 permanent firefighters and support staff, including forestry technician roles for wildland fire management in the Black Hills.

Government
12 months ago
SDDOT Stresses Safety In Work Zones

South Dakota’s Department of Transportation is urging drivers to stay alert and practice caution in work zones as National Work Zone Awareness Week kicks off. Running through April 25th, the nationwide campaign promotes safe driving through construction areas.

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Business
12 months ago
New CEO For South Dakota Trade Starts Today

South Dakota Trade has named Jesse Fonkert as its new president and CEO, officially stepping into the role on Monday.

Business
12 months ago
Williamson Resigns as Head Men’s Basketball Coach

Mitchell, S.D. – Dakota Wesleyan University has announced that Kevin Williamson is resigning as Head […]

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Government
12 months ago
Brookings Airport Wins National Award

The Brookings Regional Airport (BKX) has been honored as the 2024 Large General Aviation Airport of the Year, marking its second consecutive win.

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Farm
12 months ago
South Dakota Leads Nation In Hemp Harvesting

South Dakota now leads the nation in industrial hemp processing and fiber production, with significant growth reported in 2024. According to the USDA, farmers planted 3,900 acres and harvested 13.6 million pounds of hemp, primarily for fiber use.

Crime
12 months ago
Man Killed In Weekend Crash

A Box Elder man died in a fatal rollover crash south of Lemmon over the weekend. South Dakota Highway Patrol reports the man was driving a pickup truck Saturday night when he lost control on a curve, veered off the road, and rolled.