Category Archives: News
New Governor's Website Shows Projected Property Tax Savings Under County Sales Tax Plan
South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has launched a new webpage illustrating how much homeowners could save on property taxes if counties adopt his proposed optional halfpercent sales tax. The tool show...
Feb 27, 2026
Senator's Absence Halts Key Votes, Triggers Search At Capitol
A South Dakota lawmaker's unexpected absence during a crucial floor session Tuesday stalled two major datacenter bills and prompted a search inside the Capitol. Senator John Carley of Piedmont missed ...
Feb 26, 2026
South Dakota Senate Approves $10 Million Plan To Improve Water Quality Statewide
The South Dakota Senate has approved a $10 million package aimed at improving water quality across the state. Senate Bill 222 passed on a 28-5 vote and directs $8 million toward incentives for landown...
Feb 26, 2026
South Dakota Native Royce Williams Awarded Medal Of Honor During State Of The Union
A South Dakota native received longdelayed national recognition during Tuesday night's State of the Union address. President Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to 100yearold retired Navy pilot Royce Wil...
Feb 26, 2026
South Dakota Senate Approves Bill Seeking Waiver To Block SNAP Purchases Of Soda
South Dakota lawmakers have advanced a bill that would prevent SNAP benefits from being used to buy sweetened soft drinks. The Senate approved House Bill 1056 on a 27-6 vote, sending it to the governo...
Feb 26, 2026
Bill To Fast Track Legal Use Of FDA Approved Psilocybin Advances In South Dakota Senate
A bill that would automatically legalize a psychedelic medication in South Dakota once it's approved at the federal level is moving forward in Pierre. The Senate Health and Human Services Committee ad...
Feb 26, 2026
Electrical Cause Cited In Reptile Gardens Fire That Killed Over 100 Animals
Reptile Gardens is sharing new details following a lateNovember fire that killed more than 100 animals. The fire began in the southwest corner of a detached habitat, and investigators determined the c...
Feb 26, 2026
Kyle Man Sentenced To Over Three Years In Federal Prison For Assault On Pine Ridge Reservation
A Kyle man has been sentenced to more than three years in federal prison for assaulting a woman on the Pine Ridge Reservation. Federal prosecutors say 30yearold Clay Loafer pleaded guilty to assault r...
Feb 24, 2026
Rapid City School Nurse Honored As South Dakota's Nurse Of Excellence
A Rapid City school nurse has been recognized as the best in South Dakota. Alyssa Downey, who serves students at both Robbinsdale and Grandview Elementary Schools, was surprised with a schoolwide asse...
Feb 24, 2026
Rapid City Public Library Closes Interior After Heating System Failure
The Rapid City Public Library is temporarily closed inside after its heating system failed over the weekend. Library Director Terri Davis says repairs may take some time, with temperatures inside drop...
Feb 24, 2026
Ryan's Worst Of The Week Jokes Daily Montages (As They Were Aired)
They either make you laugh, chuckle, or you roll your eyes, shake your head, and say…WOW!…
