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South Dakota Partners With Jeep
Travel South Dakota has partnered with Jeep, Matador Network, and adventurer Forrest Galante to launch Unexpected South Dakota, a three-episode video series showcasing the sights, sounds, and tastes of the Mount Rushmore State.
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South Dakota Moves Forward With Plan for New Sioux Falls Prison Site
South Dakota is moving forward with plans for a new state prison in Sioux Falls, securing an option to purchase land in the city’s northeast corner along Benson Road. The proposal, set for review during a special legislative session on September 23rd, would pave the way for a modern correctional facility to replace the aging state penitentiary and address the state’s growing inmate population.
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Mitchell Term Limits Petition Near Signature Goal
A petition to set term limits for Mitchell’s mayor and city council is just short of qualifying for the ballot. The proposal, backed by Councilman Mike Bathke, would cap officials at three consecutive terms — counting past and current service — potentially changing six of eight council seats by 2027. Supporters say the measure would bring fresh leadership, while opponents argue experience is vital for completing long-term city projects.
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Four Arrested in Sturgis Rally Child Exploitation Sting
Four South Dakota men were arrested during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in a multi-agency child exploitation sting. Investigators say each suspect was caught attempting to meet someone they believed was a 14-year-old girl. The operation, led by the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force with local, state, and federal partners, is part of the DOJ’s Project Safe Childhood initiative.
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Mitchell School Board to Revisit Leadership Vote
The Mitchell Board of Education will once again attempt to elect a president and vice president after a July vote deadlocked between current president Brittni Flood and member Terry Aslesen. Business manager Craig Bruening has been leading meetings in the interim.
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Sioux Falls Weighs Ban on Public Encampments
The Sioux Falls City Council is set to vote on an ordinance banning tents and encampments in public spaces, a move that could impact the city’s homeless population. Officials say camps, including hidden sites along the Big Sioux River, are on the rise.
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Naloxone Distribution Expands to Sturgis and Tribal Communities
South Dakota nonprofit Emily’s Hope is expanding its statewide effort to prevent opioid overdoses by installing naloxone distribution boxes in public locations. Since May 2024, kits containing naloxone, gloves, and recovery resources have been placed from Sioux Falls to Rapid City, the Pine Ridge Reservation, and now Sturgis.
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Mayor Says Sioux Falls Can’t Block State’s Immigration Enforcement Plan
Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken says the city has no legal power to block Governor Larry Rhoden’s Operation: Prairie Thunder, a state-led immigration enforcement initiative in partnership with ICE.
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Sudden Shutdown Silences Four South Dakota Newspapers
Four local newspapers in South Dakota — including the Brookings Register, Huron Plainsman, Redfield Press, and Moody County Enterprise — shut down overnight, leaving their communities without a local news source.
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Navy Sailors Help Build Homes for Homeless Veterans
During Navy Week in Sioux Falls, U.S. Navy sailors are volunteering with the Veterans Community Project to build tiny homes for homeless veterans. When rain moved in Wednesday, crews shifted indoors to install microwaves, hang doors, and add finishing touches.
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Dakota Liberty Beer to Debut for America’s 250th
South Dakota is raising a glass to America’s 250th birthday with a commemorative beer, Dakota Liberty. State Historian Ben Jones says the brew will debut August 30 at the South Dakota State Fair in Huron, with tastings at the nearby Tap Haus.
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Sturgis Rally Sees More Crashes, Arrests, and Bikes
The 85th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is off to a busy and dangerous start, with the South Dakota Department of Public Safety reporting 41 injury accidents, two fatal crashes, and 70 DUI arrests in the first five days.
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605 Virtual Job Fair Set for August 20
The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation will host a statewide virtual hiring event on Wednesday, August 20, giving job seekers the opportunity to connect with top employers, explore open positions, and interview — all from home.
