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11 hours ago
Nick Lamb Named South Dakota Secretary of Corrections, Replacing Kellie Wasko
Governor Larry Rhoden has appointed Iowa corrections official Nick Lamb as South Dakota’s new Secretary of Corrections.
11 hours ago
South Dakota Residents Urged to Participate in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
South Dakota residents are encouraged to safely dispose of unused or expired medications this Saturday during National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.
11 hours ago
Rural Mainstreet Index Shows Toughest Farm Economy in Five Years Across Small Towns
Small farming communities are facing their toughest economy in five years, according to Creighton University’s Monthly Rural Mainstreet Index.
11 hours ago
Davison County Commission Approves Jail Training Role, Fairgrounds Fee Hike, and New Agreements
The Davison County Commission approved several updates and resolutions during last week’s meeting. Commissioners voted to create a new training position at the county jail, raise fairgrounds setup and teardown fees, and add an Amazon Prime membership to cut shipping costs.
12 hours ago
Dakota Wesleyan University Crowns 2025 Blue and White Days Homecoming Royalty
Dakota Wesleyan University has named its 2025 Blue and White Days Homecoming Royalty. Nursing major and senior class president Jaelyn Benson of Garretson and student-athlete Landon Ruesink of Dell Rapids were crowned during last night’s ceremony.
12 hours ago
Public Invited to Share Feedback on Highway 115 Corridor Study Between Dell Rapids and Sioux Falls
The South Dakota Department of Transportation is seeking public input on a corridor study for S.D. Highway 115, stretching from 4th Street in Dell Rapids to East Dike Place in Sioux Falls.
14 hours ago
DWU to honor Distinguished Alumni, Legacy Family
MITCHELL, S.D. — Dakota Wesleyan University will honor three distinguished alumni and present its first-ever Legacy Family award at the…
14 hours ago
ROAD CLOSURE – SNEAD AVENUE 10-21-24, 2025
ROAD CLOSURE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21ST 7:30 AM SNEAD AVENUE FROM TIGER STREET EAST 1 BLOCK WILL BE CLOSED FOR UTILITY…
1 day ago
South Dakota Students Outperform National Average on ACT, Class of 2025 Posts 21 Composite Score
South Dakota students continue to outscore national averages on the ACT exam, maintaining the state’s academic edge.
2 days ago
Strong Start to South Dakota Pheasant Season as Hunters Flock to Fields After Record Harvest Year
South Dakota’s pheasant hunting season opened last Saturday, and state wildlife officials say early reports indicate another strong year for bird numbers.
2 days ago
Downtown Sioux Falls Streets Reopen After Bomb Squad Clears Suspicious Vehicle Near ‘No Kings’ Rally Site
Sioux Falls Police temporarily shut down parts of downtown Friday night after a bomb-sniffing dog alerted on a suspicious vehicle near West 12th Street and South Phillips Avenue.
2 days ago
Allison Renville Announces Bid for South Dakota Governor in 2026, Focuses on Education, Tribal Sovereignty, and Small Business Growth
The 2026 South Dakota governor’s race is heating up as community advocate and political organizer Allison Renville officially announced her candidacy on social media. Renville, who did not declare a party affiliation, said her campaign will prioritize education investment, tribal sovereignty, natural resource protection, and economic growth through small business support.
2 days ago
Mitchell City Council to Hold Public Hearing on $3.9 Million North Ohlman Utility Project and Roundabout Plan
The Mitchell City Council will host a public hearing at 6 p.m. Monday at Mitchell City Hall to discuss a $3.93 million infrastructure project on North Ohlman Street.
4 days ago
Sioux Falls Activates “Community Extreme Weather Plan” to Protect Homeless During Freezing Temperatures
With winter fast approaching, Sioux Falls city officials and local homeless shelters are preparing to protect vulnerable residents from the dangers of extreme cold.
4 days ago
Summit Carbon Solutions Considers Moving Pipeline Outside Dakotas After South Dakota Eminent Domain Ban
Summit Carbon Solutions may reroute its carbon dioxide pipeline project outside of South Dakota and North Dakota after recent legislative changes. The company filed an amendment with the Iowa Utilities Commission following South Dakota’s new law banning eminent domain for carbon pipelines, calling it a major setback.
4 days ago
South Dakota Officials Expect Strong Pheasant Season Following Record Harvest Last Year
The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department is optimistic about this year’s pheasant hunting season, which officially opens tomorrow and runs through January 31.
4 days ago
South Dakotans Invited to Shape State’s Active Transportation Plan: Public Input Sought on E-Bike Rules and Pedestrian Access
State transportation officials are asking residents to share their feedback on South Dakota’s Active Transportation Plan, which focuses on improving walking, biking, and e-bike access across state highways.
5 days ago
Groundbreaking Marks Start of $15 Million Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center in Mitchell
A new era in Mitchell’s housing growth is underway with the groundbreaking of the Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center at 350 North Harmon Drive.
5 days ago
Mark Brown Named Next President of Mount Marty University in Yankton
Mount Marty University has announced Mark Brown as its next president. Currently serving as director of the university’s biotechnology management program at the Sioux Falls campus, Brown will become Mount Marty’s 12th president.
5 days ago
Mitchell Dedicates Sebert’s Beach in Honor of Former Mayor Lou Sebert’s Legacy of Service
A heartfelt tribute took place in Mitchell on Wednesday as city officials, residents, and family members gathered to dedicate Sebert’s Beach in memory of former Mayor Lou Sebert.
