Making the Case to the JCA

South Dakota State University President Barry Dunn was in front of the Joint Appropriations Committee of the legislature Monday.

Getting Senior Citizens Vaccinated

The South Dakota Health Department is focused on getting Covid-19 vaccinations to those over 80 in the phase “1-D” portion of the immunization program.

Senator Hears Little Public Support for SD Civics Education Changes

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has proposed changing K – 12 education standards for civics and government classes with an emphasis on South Dakota and American history.

SD Legislators Face Last Days of Bill Introduction

South Dakota lawmakers are back in Pierre for a four day week, with unlimited bill introductions wrapping up on Thursday.

Drought Continues Across the Northern Plains

Despite occasional snowstorms that blow through the region, the dominant climate factor in the northern plains is drought.

Fair Commission Chair Focused On Replacing Livestock Complex

South Dakota State Fair officials and others are working on a major project to replace the State Fair’s livestock complex…

Adding a Marijuana Consultant

The Yankton City Commission will be asked to consider and approve a contract with a Colorado marijuana consultant at their meeting Monday.

Farm Group Pleased President Issues Executive Order On Rejoining Climate Talks

One of the initial executive orders issued by President Joe Biden this week is for the U.S. to rejoin the…

Writing Rules for Legalized Marijuana

The legal minds in the South Dakota legislature are beginning the work of writing rules for the state’s new marijuana movements.

Farm Bureau Working With South Dakota Lawmakers On Health Care Legislation

The South Dakota Farm Bureau is working on health care legislation with State Senator Gary Cammack. Lobbyist Mike Held says…