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South Dakota Ranks High For Hard Work And Dedication
We already know that we're hard workers in South Dakota, and a lot of people who aren't from here are finding that out too. Those curious researchers at Wallet Hub crunched a whole bunch of numbers to find out which states have the hardest-working...

Latest South Dakota Jobs Report
Posted on August 25, 2025 by - KSDN News, Local News, Pheasant Country News, Point 106.7 News, Pure Country News, Sunny 97.7 News, The Rock News PIERRE, S.D.(Northern Plains News)- South Dakota’s real labor supply is far larger than the...

South Dakota Restaurant Gets $50,000 Grant To Preserve History
One South Dakota Restaurant and Lounge is getting $50,000 from a group “Backing Historic Small Restaurants”. Brookings' beloved Pheasant Restaurant & Lounge has been selected to receive a prestigious $50,000 grant from the "Backing Historic Small...

Sioux Falls School District leaders want improved education funding
It’s time for the South Dakota to fund education the same way the state affords to fund itself. That’s the overarching message from Sioux Falls School District leaders − Superintendent Jamie Nold, board president Nan Kelly, business manager Todd...

South Dakota’s Student Funding Lags Behind Neighboring States
Are South Dakota schools spending enough on their students? A new study says maybe not. If you're wondering whether South Dakota is making it rain in our classrooms, Dakota News Now reports that new research from the U.S. Census Bureau says not so...

South Dakota high school football scoreboard for August 22, 2025
South Dakota high school football scores from August 22, 2025: Alcester-Hudson 40, Howard 29 Arlington 40, Sunshine Bible Academy 0 Avon 38, Colman-Egan 0 Beresford 27, Baltic 12 Bennett County 46, Jones County 12 Bon Homme 51,...

Sixth Taco Bell location opening in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sioux Falls is gearing up to welcome another Taco Bell restaurant to the area. The new location will open its doors on Tuesday, Aug. 26, marking the 16th Taco Bell restaurant in South Dakota. To celebrate the...

Spirit Halloween is coming back to Sioux Falls: What to know
It's that time of year again: Spirit Halloween has returned to Sioux Falls. The popular Halloween store has reopened at 1431 W. 41st St., the former Fareway Grocery building, according to Spirit Halloween's store locator. The store's hours are 11...

Spirit Halloween is coming back to Aberdeen, Sioux Falls: What to know
It's that time of year again: Spirit Halloween is returning to Aberdeen and Sioux Falls. The popular Halloween store has reopened at 1431 W. 41st St., the former Fareway Grocery building, according to Spirit Halloween's store locator. The store's...

Urgent Search Underway For Missing South Dakota Teen
Authorities are frantically searching for a missing South Dakota teenager, and they need your help. Missing Teen 16-year-old Alyssa Marie Fortner has been missing since Friday (August 22) at 11:30 PM. Alyssa was last seen in a dark gray or black,...
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New South Dakota Processing Plant Could Bring Farmers ‘More Stability’ Amid Tariffs, Ag Leader Says
By Makenzie Huber MITCHELL — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune was blunt in his opening remarks during a Dakotafest policy discussion on Wednesday last week about the state of agriculture. While South Dakota farmers in parts of the state can...

$200 Million Founders Crossing Project Breaks Ground in Sioux Falls
Construction has begun on Founders Crossing, a $200 million mixed-use development in southeast Sioux Falls at 57th Street and Veterans Parkway. Anchored by Good Samaritan, the project will include senior living communities, a Sanford Health...

Modern Betting Trends in Sioux Falls Sports Scene
This content was produced in partnership with Bazoom Group. Fantasy sports have captivated a new generation of sports enthusiasts, offering a dynamic way to engage with favorite teams and athletes. Meanwhile, traditional betting methods continue...

A Lucky Ticket In South Dakota Just Scored Two Million Dollars
A lottery ticket sold in South Dakota captured the biggest prize award in the latest Powerball drawing - but fell one number short of capturing the game's massive jackpot. Oh So Close According to the South Dakota Lottery, a ticket purchased at...

South Dakota Highway Patrol Adopts GPS Tech to Curb High-Speed Pursuits
The South Dakota Highway Patrol is enhancing public safety by using advanced technology to manage dangerous vehicle pursuits more effectively. A key addition is the StarChase pursuit management system, which allows troopers to track fleeing...

South Dakota works to grow trade with foreign countries
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — During the 2025 Midwest Agricultural Export Summit in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, trade between South Dakota and countries around the world was a main focus point. South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden spent a portion of the day, Aug....

Nearly 70% of South Dakota Drought-Free as of August 19
As of August 19, 2025, just under 70 of South Dakota is drought free according to the latest data from the US Drought Monitor. Drought conditions are contained to the central, south-central and southwest portions of the state with 31% reporting...
First U.S. travel-associated screwworm case tied to Central America
BUENOS AIRES/CHICAGO/WASHINGTON >> The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Sunday reported the first human case in the United States of travel-associated New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, from an outbreak-affected country....

First human case of flesh-eating screwworm parasite confirmed in US
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Sunday reported the first human case in the US of travel-associated New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, from an outbreak-affected country. The case, investigated by the Maryland...

Yankton, South Dakota Police Catch Runaway Steer On The "Moove"
A South Dakota cow escaped and was seen roaming the streets in one of the state's smaller towns. This steer really took advantage to seize the "moo-ment!" The Yankton Police Department had a unique call about a runaway steer on the loose in the...