Sanford adds surgical hospital to network: 5 details
1. After the deal, Sanford will become the parent organization of the surgical hospital as well as Black Hills Orthopedic and Spine Center. The system will bring on the group's ambulatory surgery center, clinics and urgent care locations.
Trump's cabinet picks and key appointments so far, and those still in the running
With the president-elect adding more cabinet members to his administration, here’s a look at the spots he still needs to fill and who are candidates for those roles.
In neutral-court game, Iowa expects fan advantage over Washington State
After watching Josh Dix score 23 points on just 10 shot attempts Tuesday night in a 96-77 rout of South Dakota, Iowa coach Fran McCaffery was full of praise for the 6-foot-6 guard.
Summit Carbon Solutions secures North Dakota pipeline permit, advancing CO2 pipeline project
Summit Carbon Solutions has announced that they have obtained a route permit from the North Dakota Public Service Commission, marking progress toward advancing the CO2 pipeline
Summit Carbon Solutions secures North Dakota pipeline permit
Efforts to construct a carbon capture pipeline across a good portion of the region received a major boost this week.
North Dakota Public Service Commission approves Summit pipeline permit
Project supporters say Summit Carbon Solutions’ carbon dioxide pipeline will provide a lifeline to Midwestern corn growers, giving them an opportunity to sell low-carbon ethanol.
Woster: Mid-term appointments of SD governors always make history
Lt. Gov. Harvey Wollman became the first lieutenant governor in South Dakota history to succeed a governor in mid-term. I never expected to see such a thing again, columnist Terry Woster writes.
McKenna Ruch powers Omaha volleyball to sweep of Denver
Another efficient night from senior middle blocker McKenna Ruch led Omaha volleyball to a sweep of Denver on Thursday night at Baxter Arena.
Hawthorne scores 21, Northern Colorado takes down South Dakota State 78-69
Isaiah Hawthorne's 21 points helped Northern Colorado defeat South Dakota State 78-69 on Thursday night. Hawthorne added five rebounds for the Bears (3-1). Langston Reynolds
Sanford Sports Holiday Hoops Camp Dec. 22
Men’s basketball players from the University of South Dakota and South Dakota State University will join forces to provide guest instruction at the Sanford Sports Academy Holiday
There Is a Reason Trump Wants Fewer ‘Adults in the Room’
The point of placing loyalists in positions of influence isn’t to make the government work; it is to bend the government to the president’s will.
Basketball: South Dakota Men Outlast DWU
The University of South Dakota Coyotes took down the Dakota Wesleyan University Tigers 92-62 in basketball action on Thursday night.
Donald Trump announces he will nominate South Dakota Governor Doug Burgum as Secretary of the Interior at Mar-a-Lago party
Donald Trump said on Thursday that North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, a wealthy former software company executive, will be his pick for interior secretary.
South Dakota breaks record for number of women elected to state Legislature
Watertown and Aberdeen Republicans Josephine Garcia and Brandei Schaefbauer will join 37 other female lawmakers in Pierre when the 2025 session starts.
5 takeaways: Why Trump wants to use 'recess appointments' to bypass Senate approval
President-elect Donald Trump has declared a strong intention to use recess appointments in his next term. What are recess appointments?
Snowfall season arrives in US: These are the most affected cities in the country according to experts
When it comes to snowfall, the BLS only provides a perciptation report, which includes rain too. However, in states where snow is normal in the winter, one can assume that in addition to more rain, more snow could also been seen in the coming months.
'Ready to get to work': McConnell reacts to Thune's election as Senate majority leader
Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell announced he would step down from his leadership post earlier this year, ending his historic run.
A look at the signed 2025 recruits for SDSU and USD basketball
The basketball programs at the University of South Dakota and South Dakota State University announced their early signees for the 2025 recruiting class on Wednesday, Nov. 13, the opening of the signing period for Division I teams. Here's a look at who the programs are adding:
First Alert Safety Check: Winterizing your home
Heading outdoors, bring in any hoses, grills, or firepits inside and check them for damages before storing them through the winter months, and get your winter equipment like shovels and snowblowers ready for action.
Sioux Falls veteran receives car through Progressive giveaway
Miller is this year’s South Dakota recipient of Progressive Insurance’s Keys to Progress. The giveaway recognizes veterans and gifts them a vehicle, after a nomination and selection process. The giveaway honors 100 veterans every year across the country, helping them regain some independence.
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley at Mar-a-Lago
With Sen. John Thune becoming Senate Majority Leader and Gov. Kristi Noem nominated for the Secretary of Homeland Security, there will be South Dakotans in some
8 things to know about UND football's next opponent South Dakota
One of the league’s best tight ends, JJ Galbreath, didn’t play last Saturday in South Dakota’s win over Indiana State. Galbreath was injured in an overtime loss to South Dakota State. He has 356 receiving yards and two touchdowns this year including an 80-yard touchdown catch against Southern Illinois.
John Thune of South Dakota elected Senate majority leader, replacing Mitch McConnell
Like McConnell, Thune hails from the Republican Party’s traditional wing. He has held the Republican whip position since 2019.
South Dakota Republican John Thune elected Senate majority leader
The 63-year-old won 25 votes for Senate majority leader, while Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, got 15 and Florida Sen. Rick Scott received 13 in a secret ballot, NewsNation partner The Hill reports. This meant Scott, a Trump ally, was eliminated after the first round of votes were cast.
Soccer: South Dakota Adds Elsa Nygren To 2025 Class
VERMILLION — South Dakota women’s soccer signs one player to their Class of 2025 on Signing Day Wednesday. Head Coach Michael Thomas is excited to welcome Elsa Nygren to the Coyotes. Nygren (Westminster, Colo.) played for the Colorado Edge Soccer Club ...
2025 Best Colleges and Universities in South Dakota
Spread the loveSouth Dakota offers a range of higher education options, from research universities to small liberal arts colleges. Here’s a look at some of the top colleges and universities in South Dakota for 2025: South Dakota State University (Brookings) Known for: Agriculture,
Senate majority leader named: Republican John Thune of South Dakota elected
WASHINGTON — Republicans have elected South Dakota Sen. John Thune as the next Senate majority leader, completing a momentous shift in their leadership that elevates a top deputy of Mitch McConnell into a key position as President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House.
South Dakota Sen. John Thune elected Senate majority leader
WASHINGTON — Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) will take the mantle from Sen. Mitch McConnell as the majority leader of the Senate. Thune was elected to lead the party in the upper house on Wednesday, The Associated Press reported.
John Thune of South Dakota chosen as the next Senate GOP leader, replacing Mitch McConnell
The 82-year-old is the longest-serving Senate party leader in history. Republican senators chose South Dakota Sen. John Thune as their new leader in a closed-door vote on Wednesday. He will take over longtime Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell’s ...
South Dakota U.S. Sen. John Thune elected as next majority leader for Republicans
U.S. Senate Republicans on Wednesday elected South Dakota Sen. John Thune as that chamber’s next majority leader during a closed-door, secret ballot election. When Thune takes over in January, it will mark the first time since 2007 that Kentucky Sen.
Republican John Thune of South Dakota is elected the next Senate majority leader
Washington – Republicans have elected South Dakota Sen. John Thune as the next Senate majority leader, completing a momentous shift in their leadership that elevates a top deputy of Mitch McConnell into a key position as President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House.
Trump will nominate South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem for homeland security secretary
The two-term governor of South Dakota has been a loyal Trump ally. In her new role, Noem would oversee immigration, an issue Trump campaigned heavily on.
Josh Dix scores 23 to lead 5 Iowa players in double figures, Hawkeyes beat South Dakota
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) Josh Dix made 5 of 6 from 3-point range and finished with 23 points on 8-of-10 shooting to lead five Iowa players scoring in double figures Tuesday night and helped the Hawkeyes beat South Dakota 96-77. Seydou Traore and Payton ...
Iowa-South Dakota Hoops Takeaways
Iowa was without sophomore Owen Freeman in Tuesday’s game against South Dakota, but got Seydou Traore back in time to contribute to the 96-77 win at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Iowa coach Fran McCaffery used everyone inside, including guard Carter Kingsbury, and came away with a 40-36 edge in points in the paint and a 40-37 rebounding edge.
North Dakota vs. South Dakota Football Prediction & Game Preview - Nov. 16
The North Dakota Fighting Hawks (5-5) and South Dakota Coyotes (7-2), MVFC rivals, will clash at Alerus Center on Saturday, November 16, 2024. See below to read about North Dakota vs. South Dakota leaders, insights, and a predicted winner. Join other fans ...
Trump taps South Dakota Gov Kristi Noem for Homeland Security secretary in new cabinet
South Dakota governor will take charge of a $60bn budget and federal agencies including the US Customs and Border Protection and the Secret Service