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South Dakota Ranks High For Hard Work And Dedication

ESPN 102.3FM/AM - South Dakota · August 25, 2025

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...

$200 Million Founders Crossing Project Breaks Ground in Sioux Falls

Mitchell Now - South Dakota · August 25, 2025

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...

New South Dakota Processing Plant Could Bring Farmers ‘More Stability’ Amid Tariffs, Ag Leader Says

Successful Farming ·

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...

South Dakota works to grow trade with foreign countries

Agweek - North Dakota · August 25, 2025

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

KOTA - South Dakota ·

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...

South Dakota’s Median Household Income Doubles, But Rising Costs A Challenge

Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan - South Dakota ·

EDITOR’S NOTE: Melissa Avelino is a data journalism student at Augustana University. In this series, she looks at the changing face of South Dakota using U.S. Census data. South Dakota's median household income more than doubled over the past two...

The reigning Division One volleyball national champions are excited to play in Sioux Falls

Dakota News Now - South Dakota · August 24, 2025

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The AVCA First Serve Tournament will tip off on Monday. The reigning Division One volleyball national champions will face Kansas in a pre-season match on Monday at 6:30pm at the Sanford Pentagon. On Saturday...

New open class sheep barn ready for South Dakota State Fair

Tri-State Neighbor - Nebraska ·

For generations, the South Dakota State Fair has been a place where livestock barns buzz with activity, laughter echoes from the bleachers, and fairgoers gather to celebrate agriculture and community. This year, a new chapter begins with the debut...

South Dakota Medical Marijuana Industry Cheers Sting Operations On Hemp Product Sellers

Marijuana Moment · August 24, 2025

“Why do I go to a doctor and pay him, and why go pay the state to pay even more money, when I can go to the vape shop, or I can go to the hemp store and they’re selling exactly what I need?” By John Hult, South Dakota Searchlight South Dakota’s...

New Sioux Falls Farm Store Offers Faith Based Market

B102.7 - South Dakota · August 24, 2025

Grace Place Farm & Gardens is part of a growing movement in Sioux Falls toward local food systems and sustainable agriculture. We want people to know their farmers, see where their food comes from, and taste the difference fresh and local can...

Football '25: O'Gorman embraces fresh energy despite uncertain lineup

Sioux Falls Live - South Dakota · August 25, 2025

SIOUX FALLS — Following the departure of 15 players to graduation, the O'Gorman Knights welcome in a new senior class almost double the size in 2025. Experience, though, will be a massive question mark as O'Gorman looks to improve upon its 5-5...

Why 36% of South Dakotans are obese is not as obvious as it may seem

Yahoo News ·

(Getty Images) A recently published “Mallard Fillmore” newspaper cartoon about obesity disrespected science by purposely misrepresenting it. The conservative comic strip was published in my local paper Aug. 9, ironically the 80th anniversary of...

Natural gas, electric companies Black Hills, NorthWestern Energy plan merger

Lawrence Journal-World - Kansas ·

TOPEKA — Black Hills Energy Corp. announced it will merge with NorthWestern Energy Group, pending regulatory approval. Black Hills offers natural gas services in Kansas, primarily in the southwest and south-central part of the state. It is...

South Dakota Congressional delegation speaks at Dakotafest

Agweek - North Dakota · August 23, 2025

Ariana Schumacher was on hand as South Dakota's Congressional delegation talked about the farm bill, workforce issues, the Make America Healthy Again initiative and more at Dakotafest. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins originally was supposed...

Ways to Save Money at the South Dakota State Fair

DGR News ·

The South Dakota State Fair offers several simple ways to save money during the fair. Save time and money at the admission gates by purchasing daily gate admission in advance! All daily gate admission purchased on or before Wednesday, Aug. 27 will...

The complete schedule for the 2025 South Dakota State Fair

Mitchell Daily Republic - South Dakota · August 23, 2025

EDITOR'S NOTE: This information is compiled from the South Dakota State Fair's website, www.sdstatefair.com. Tuesday, August 26 12:30-4 p.m.: State 4-H Leaders Assoc. 4-H Bake Sale, Nordby Exhibit Hall - Lobby 7 p.m.: OC Sheep - Fleece Show and...

Rapid City high school celebrates 100 years of Cobbler pride

KOTA Territory News - South Dakota · August 23, 2025

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - For a century, Central High School, Rapid City’s first-ever high school, has seen generations of students come-and-go and move on to the next chapter of their lives. The school may have evolved over the years, yet one...

South Dakota Legislature has no clear direction on property tax changes, expert says

Mitchell Daily Republic - South Dakota · August 22, 2025

MITCHELL — The South Dakota tax system isn’t broken, but it’s not perfect, either. At least, that’s the message that South Dakota tax experts wanted to convey at a panel dedicated to property taxes at Dakotafest on Aug. 19. The past five years...

South Dakota State Fair announces daily themes and activities for 2025 event

Rushmore State News - South Dakota · August 21, 2025

Hunter Roberts, Secretary | South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural ResourcesHunter Roberts, Secretary | South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources The South Dakota State Fair, supported by daily sponsors, will feature...

South Dakota State Fair offers discounts and events for veterans and families

Rushmore State News - South Dakota · August 22, 2025

Hunter Roberts, Secretary | South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural ResourcesHunter Roberts, Secretary | South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources The South Dakota State Fair is offering several opportunities for...