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Rounds Says GOP Watching Trump’s Tariff Moves Closely
At Dakotafest in Mitchell, Senator Mike Rounds said most Republicans remain supportive of President Trump’s shifting tariff policies, even as Congress holds constitutional authority over trade.
Thune Pushes for Long-Delayed Farm Bill
Senator John Thune told farmers at Dakotafest in Mitchell that passing a new farm bill will be a top priority when Congress returns to Washington next month. The legislation, now two years overdue, includes much of its framework in the recent budget bill.
Dusty Johnson Enters Governor’s Race
Congressman Dusty Johnson announced at Dakotafest in Mitchell that he will run in next year’s Republican primary for South Dakota governor. Johnson says the decision won’t affect his work in Congress, insisting he will continue serving out his current term without becoming a lame duck.
Mitchell Planning Commission to Review Daycare and Counseling Projects Monday
The Mitchell Planning Commission will meet Monday, August 25, at noon in City Hall to review key development requests. On the agenda is a conditional use permit for a family residential daycare on Mentzer Street and site plan approval for Dakota Counseling.
Jackley Pushes to Use Opioid Settlement Funds for Treatment Programs
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley is teaming up with the mayors of Sioux Falls and Rapid City to expand opioid addiction treatment programs using settlement funds from lawsuits against opioid manufacturers.
3 weeks ago in Sports
How MLB’s upcoming deals will change how you watch out-of-market, Sunday night and Wild Card games
According to people familiar with negotiations, ESPN is nearing a deal to distribute out-of-market games while NBC/Peacock, Netflix and Apple TV are in talks for regular-season packages, the Wild Card round and the Home Run Derby.
3 weeks ago in World
Famine grips Gaza’s largest city and is likely to spread, authority on food crises says
The world's leading authority on food crises said Friday the Gaza Strip's largest city is gripped by famine, and that it is likely to spread across the territory without a ceasefire and an end to restrictions on humanitarian aid.
3 weeks ago in World
Hundreds of historic tall ships sail into Amsterdam for a maritime festival
Crowds packed vantage points along a major canal and took to the water themselves Wednesday to watch a flotilla of hundreds of historic ships sail into Amsterdam at the start of a five-day festival celebrating the Dutch capital's maritime history.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Ciara reinforces her passion for music with ‘CiCi.’ The album is her first since 2019
Ciara will deliver a new bundle of joy on Friday, but it's not the fifth child her husband publicly flirts with her about. "It's time. Honestly, I've been working on this album for almost five years," said the R&B-pop superstar.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi welcome first child via adoption
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi adopted a daughter, the first child for the married couple, this summer, they announced Thursday. "We are beyond excited to embark on this beautiful next chapter of parenthood in both peace and privacy," the couple wrote in a social media statement.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, aka Sincaraz, rule men’s tennis as the 2025 US Open arrives
OK, sure, maybe it wouldn't be rational to say there's no point in actually holding the full U.S. Open and instead just fast-forwarding to the inevitable matchup for the men's championship between Jannik Sinner — assuming he's healthy — and Carlos Alcaraz on Sept. 7. Seems reasonable, though.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
New Beatles ‘Anthology’ projects will be released this fall
Beatles fans will be feeling some "real love" for this: New content from the iconic band is coming this fall on screen, in music and in print.
Freeman Residents Push Back Against Odor from Rendering Plant
More than 40 residents filled a Turner County meeting in Parker to voice concerns over strong odors from Dakota Protein Solutions, a rendering plant near Freeman. County officials cited three violations of the facility’s conditional use permit, including lack of a road haul agreement, dust control problems, and improper carcass storage. Investor Scott Stern apologized, blaming equipment and airflow issues, and promised fixes such as a new water source and storage tank.
$500 Million Mitchell Soybean Plant Nears Opening
A new $500 million soybean processing plant south of Mitchell is nearly ready to open, with operations expected to begin in mid-October. Built on 296 acres, High Plains Processing will crush up to 35 million bushels annually—about 18% of South Dakota’s soybean crop—while employing 75 people. The facility is the first of its kind in the state able to process other oilseeds like canola and sunflower, positioning it to meet growing demand in food production and renewable fuels.
Sioux Falls Man Arrested on Kidnapping and Sexual Assault Charges
Sioux Falls police have arrested 40-year-old Darius Tehmeh on multiple charges including kidnapping, sexual assault, and sexual exploitation of a minor.
Sioux Falls Council Bans Makeshift Dwellings in City Parks
The Sioux Falls City Council has approved an ordinance banning makeshift dwellings in public spaces, including city parks. Passed Tuesday night, the measure requires officials to give fair warning before removing shelters and to offer transition assistance.
South Dakota State Fair Gearing Up for Opening Day
The 2025 South Dakota State Fair is putting the finishing touches on preparations ahead of its kickoff next week in Huron. Fair assistant manager Candi Briley says families can take advantage of multiple discounts on gate admission and activities to make the event more affordable. Running August 27 through Labor Day, September 1, the State Fair promises six days of entertainment, food, livestock shows, and family fun.
Mount Pleasant Cemetery Loses Nonprofit Status
Concerns are mounting over Mount Pleasant Cemetery after a watchdog group revealed it lost its nonprofit status for failing to file tax returns three years in a row. Families say poor upkeep, missing financial records, and unanswered questions about the cemetery’s obligations have deepened frustration.
3 weeks ago in College, High School,
Sports Roundup: Thursday 8/21/25
Area Sports Tomorrow’s Football Games McCook Central Montrose @ Mount Vernon/Plankinton at 7pm (on KOOL 98.3 w/Paul Lasley) Platte-Geddes @…
3 weeks ago in National
Judge denies Justice Department request to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts
A federal judge on Wednesday rejected the Trump administration's request to unseal grand jury transcripts from Jeffrey Epstein 's sex trafficking case, joining two other judges in denying the public release of material from investigations into the late financier's decades-long sexual abuse of young women and girls.
