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STC Executive Hopes New Secretary Backs Comprehensive Transportation Plan

President Elect Joe Biden has nominated Pete Buttigieg to be the next Secretary of Transportation. Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director…

Cattle President Concerned With Push For A Beef Checkoff Referendum

Not everyone in the cattle industry is supporting the call for a Referendum vote on the Beef Checkoff. Concerned with…

Making Plans for a Safe Legislative Session

South Dakota legislative leaders have been planning ways to hold the 2021 session safely in Pierre.

Vaccinations Key to Ending Covid-19 Pandemic

While it will take time to get through the population, Covid-19 vaccinations are beginning.

One Dead in Turner County Crash

One person died and another person was injured Wednesday night in a one-vehicle crash near Viborg.

R-CALF Calling For A Vote On A Beef Checkoff Referendum

R-CALF this week unveiled their long range plan for 2021 to 2025. In that they’re calling for repeal of the…

Mid America Economy Continues Slow Growth

The latest monthly report on the Mid America economy indicated it was still growing, but the pace was slowing.

Iowa Congressman-elect Signs Letter Asking for Election Investigation

A group of twenty-six incoming republican House members have sent a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi asking for an investigation into “any reported fraudulent activities surrounding the 2020 Presidential election.”

SD Democrats to Fill Federal Offices

Despite their election losses, democrats in South Dakota will be able to fill some important offices.

Needs Based Scholarships Still a Priority

The South Dakota Board of Regents and university presidents have been pushing for the last couple of years for a needs-based scholarship program.

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – With the colder weather and more time indoors, families are sharing their love…

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BILL RESTRICTS FOREIGN OWNERSHIP OF ELECTRIC FACILITIES IN SOUTH DAKOTA

PIERRE, S.D. (Michael Doorn / KELO News) – The House and Energy Committee passed two bills unanimously on Friday, one…

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STATE NEEDS TO SPEND $106 MILLION IN FEDERAL FUNDS BY END OF YEAR

PIERRE, S.D. (Makenzie Huber / South Dakota Searchlight) – South Dakota must spend $106 million in remaining pandemic relief by the…

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AS STUDENT VIOLENCE RISES, STATE WANTS DISTRICTS TO HAVE OPTIONS

PIERRE, S.D. (Bart Pfankuch / South Dakota News Watch) – Whether caused by the pervasiveness of social media, an increase…

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LAWMAKERS WORRY ABOUT FEASIBILITY, SUSTAINABILITY OF RURAL HEALTH TRANSFORMATION PLAN

PIERRE, S.D. (Makenzie Huber / South Dakota Searchlight) – South Dakota’s workforce shortage and federal limitations on a $189.5 million…