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Read more about our advertising policy. South Dakota is often known as “the land of infinite variety.” From the rugged natural beauty of the Badlands to the sprawling prairies and glacial lakes that dominate the eastern part of the state, there’s ...

Omaha volleyball falls to South Dakota State in four sets

Refers to the latest 2 years of omaha.com stories. Cancel anytime. The last five seasons of Omaha volleyball South Dakota State kept its dream season perfect Thursday night with a key road win. The Jackrabbits, who were 9-20 last season, remain the only ...

BHSU at a Glance: Jackets take down Chadron State, men's hoops hangs with SDSU

It won't be too much longer for the Black Hills State University athletic department to transition from autumn athletics to winter sports.

Healthcare providers in the state face IV fluid shortage caused by Hurricane Helene

South Dakota healthcare providers take measures to conserve IV fluid during shortage caused by Hurricane Helene.

Coyotes Enter Home Stretch With Optimism

Following an overtime loss to in-state rival South Dakota State, the South Dakota Coyotes enter their bye week with a record of 6-2 before the back stretch of the 2024

South Dakota high school football state quarterfinals kick off

A preview of tonight‘s special edition of Football Friday with early highlights from Dell Rapids St. Mary & Kadoka’s quarterfinal

South Dakota's Minimum Wage Hike: Will A 30-Cent Raise Make A Real Difference For Workers?

Starting Jan. 1, 2025, workers earning minimum wage in South Dakota will see a bump in their paychecks. According to The Associated Press (AP), the minimum wage for nontipped workers is set to rise by 30 cents to $11.50 an hour. Tipped workers will see their wages increase to $5.75 an hour.

Political friction adds stress to South Dakota election process

South Dakota passed election security measures such as mandatory post-election audits and the banning of unmonitored drop boxes.

Sycamores preparing for North Dakota

Indiana State is getting prepared to face North Dakota in Missouri Valley Football Conference action Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Crofton and South Dakota basketball standout Bridget (Arens) Schumacher dies unexpectedly at 30

Refers to the latest 2 years of omaha.com stories. Cancel anytime. Services will be held Saturday for former Crofton and South Dakota basketball player Bridget (Arens) Schumacher. The South Dakota women's basketball Facebook page said the 30-year-old ...

Iowa AG leads two dozen other states backing Port of Tacoma appeal in Clean Water Act case

Idaho, filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court to support the Port of Tacoma’s appeal of a circuit court decision.

Two agriculture organizations, two different stances on South Dakota’s Referred Law 21

There are seven ballot measures on South Dakota’s Nov. 5, 2024, general election ballot, one of which is Referred Law 21. Two of the state’s largest agriculture organizations have taken opposing stances on the issue, with the South Dakota Corn Growers Association supporting the proposed law and the South Dakota Farmers Union opposing it.

Dakota Riptide swimmers post top finishes at Iowa meet

Addyson Moody led the Riptide with four first-place finishes in the girls 15-16 age group. Moody finished first in the 50-yard butterfly (33.39 seconds), 100-yard backstroke (1 minute, 9.94 seconds), 100-yard breaststroke (1:26.51), and 200-yard individual medley (2:35.53). Moody also finished second in the 50-yard freestyle (31.38).

Opponents use parental rights and anti-trans messages to fight abortion ballot measures

As voters in nine states determine whether to enshrine abortion rights in their state constitutions, opponents are using parental rights and anti-transgender messages to try to undermine support for the ballot proposals.

Wilkinson: Congress Needs to Stop Fear Mongering Over Cattle Health

Recently, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman from Wyoming was in our state for a rally against one of the most important animal health tools farmers and ranchers have. Congresswoman Hageman says that animal disease traceability through

2 GOP incumbents, former legislator compete in southeast South Dakota's House District 17

Republican Reps. Chris Kassin of Vermillion and Bill Shorma of Dakota Dunes and Democrat Ray Ring, a former legislator from Vermillion, are competing for two seats in southeast South Dakota's House District 17.

Burial sites bring history to life across South Dakota

Hundreds of thousands of tourists every year frequent sites tied to South Dakota's pioneer and Wild West history, and cemeteries are among the sites that bring the past to life.

South Dakota native brings action feature film to the big screen

The Pierre-to-Hollywood pipeline isn’t really a thing, but Andrew Kightlinger might change that as the Pierre native’s feature film, "Lost on a Mountain in Maine," opens nationwide Nov. 1. It also will be on screens in Aberdeen, Watertown and Webster.

New COVID Cases In South Dakota Fall

South Dakota recorded 230 new reported COVID-19 infections and one new death in Wednesday’s weekly update from the Department of Health (DOH).

Early harvest completion for many areas of Midwest

The combination of above-normal temperatures together with very limited rainfall has allowed corn and soybean harvest to progress rapidly in most of the Corn Belt.

Iowa AG leads multi-state opposition to court decision on Clean Water Act; Includes N.D., S.D.

DES MOINES, Iowa ( North Dakota Monitor) – Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird and 24 other states including North Dakota filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court Monday in support of the Port of Tacoma’s appeal of a U.S. circuit court decision that upheld a citizen’s ability to sue individuals for violating the Clean Water Act.

Dakota Gold Announces Leadership Transition; Robert Quartermain Appointed President and CEO

Dakota Gold Corp. (NYSE American: DC) ("Dakota Gold" or the "Company") announces that Robert Quartermain has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Dr. Quartermain has served as Co-Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dakota Gold since its formation in March 2022 and is the largest individual shareholder of the Company.

Western South Dakota Community Action saves money, lives with home weatherization

Western South Dakota Community Action offers weatherization of homes for those working their way out of poverty to save money and lives.

Makenzie Huber

Makenzie Huber, a reporter at South Dakota Searchlight, is a lifelong South Dakotan whose work has won national and regional awards. She's spent five years as a journalist with experience reporting on workforce,

South Dakota Bowfisherman Shoots 6-Pound Brown Trout, Setting a New State Record and Drawing the Ire of Purists

Ty Smith was bowfishing on the lower end of South Dakota’s Lake Oahe Monday when he arrowed a 6-pound, 12-ounce brown trout. The trophy brown was certified the same day by South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks as a new state record in the bowfishing ...

Cozen Currents: The Case for a Landslide

The Cozen Lens - · With the polls showing the presidential race deadlocked and few voters remaining undecided, the two candidates are

Montana State second, Montana 10th in FCS playoff committee's in-season top 10

Montana State is the No. 2 team and Montana No. 10 in the FCS playoff committee's in-season top 10 rankings, which were released Wednesday.

Secretary of State’s Office ensuring a secure election in South Dakota

More information on election integrity in South Dakota can be found on the Secretary of State’s website: https://sdsos.gov/elections-voting/election-resources/Election-Truth-and-Transparency-Page/default.aspx.

Volleyball: Dakota Valley, Gayville-Volin Earn Top Seeds In Region Play

PIERRE — Dakota Valley and Gayville-Volin earned top seeds in their respective regions as the South Dakota High School Activities Association announced regional play for Class A and Class B.

NDN Collective says assault of South Dakota youth a ‘hate crime’

“For a grown man to target and assault a 13-year-old Black Lakota boy walking home from football practice is a hate crime,” Valeriah Big Eagle, NDN Collective director of strategic partnerings and Ihanktonwan Nakota/Hunkpati Dakota, said at an Oct. 17 press conference.

Omaha volleyball with chance to avenge lone Summit League loss vs. South Dakota State

The Summit League’s treat for Halloween night is a rematch between its two best volleyball teams.

Secretary of State emphasizes election security

Ahead of the November 5th General Election, Secretary of State Monae L. Johnson would like to remind voters of the safeguards and security built into South Dakota’s

Siouxland election guide: What’s on the ballot this year

This article helps break down everything Siouxlanders need to know ahead of the General Election, whether they're in Northwest Iowa, Northeast Nebraska or Southeast South Dakota.

Cooler with rain chances today

Today will also be a First Alert Weather Day across the whole viewing area as rain and colder temperatures arrive for everyone. We’ll only be getting into the 40s for highs on Wednesday up north with temps around 50 in the south.

Jimmy Rogers expects his SDSU Football team to keep improving

BROOKINGS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -Jimmy Rogers and his South Dakota State Jackrabbits won a thriller Saturday night in Brookings. Most of us thought it would be high scoring, and after a quick start by both teams it settled into a defensive battle that appeared to be over on this interception late in the 4th quarter.

SD Lawmakers Order Officials To Talk Privately About Vehicle Title Scandal

A South Dakota legislative board approved legal orders Tuesday requiring state officials to speak with lawmakers behind closed doors about allegedly criminal misconduct by former Department of Revenue employees.

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