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PIERRE, S.D. – Gov. Kristi Noem wants a big budget cut for South Dakota Public Broadcasting in 2026. That could hurt its nine television stations and 11 radio stations, and […]
PIERRE, S.D. – After releasing a final ballot explanation for a proposed initiated measure that would require daily, non-denominational prayer in South Dakota public schools, the state’s Attorney General has […]
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for input in order to improve public transportation. The Department sent out a survey to residents around the […]
DENVER, CO – The American Sheep Industry Association worked with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and other stakeholders to develop movement decision criteria guidance addressing unique scenarios that would arise […]
PIERRE, S.D. – With an out-of-state petitioner angling to mandate prayer in South Dakota schools, some consider it a misuse of the state ballot measure system. That includes the state […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The USDA is extending the comment period for its proposed new competition rule under the Packers & Stockyards Act. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says the Fair and […]
PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Auditor Rich Sattgast is refusing to turn over state credit card records for Govs. Kristi Noem and Dennis Daugaard, contending it would compromise their personal […]
LANSING, MI – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is announcing the first case of influenza A (H5) virus identified in a Michigan farmworker who had regular […]
PIERRE, S.D. — Two of South Dakota’s election requirements for ballot measures are that the state attorney general must draft a statement explaining the purpose and effects of the measure […]
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The Rapid City Council this week voted to pass an amendment regarding Rapid City’s water rates. The amendment passed on a five to four vote. This […]
HELENA, MT – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on a draft plan and environmental impact statement to guide the agency’s recommendations for the long-term management and […]
PIERRE, S.D. — After receiving hundreds of written public comments, the state Game, Fish and Parks Commission denied a proposal Thursday that would have allowed the use of dogs to hunt […]
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — The South Dakota Department of Corrections is sending a warning to law enforcement agencies and the public about a release of an inmate considered to be […]
DEADWOOD, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is collaborating with the City of Spearfish, the City of Deadwood, Lawrence County, and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to […]
KEYSTONE, S.D. – There is currently a proposal by the National Parks Service and the Federal Trade Aviation Administration seeking public input on whether air tours for Mount Rushmore and […]
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The City’s Community Relations Commission is hosting a second discussion session addressing mental health issues in the Rapid City community. The session is part of the […]
PIERRE, S.D. – After three previously held public hearings, the fourth and final opportunity for the public to express opinions on South Dakota’s proposed changes to K-12 standards for social […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has released a proposed rule that could change priorities on 245 million acres of public land in America. The rule would […]
PIERRE, S.D. – A threat on social media aimed at two South Dakota Republicans is being investigated by the South Dakota Department of Public Safety. That’s according to Rep. Fred […]
PIERRE, S.D. -Two Republican South Dakota state lawmakers want to allow public education funds to follow students to the school of their parents choice. Representatives Scott Odenbach (R-Spearfish) and Jon […]
PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Public Utilities Commissioner Chris Nelson was sworn into office on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023, to officially begin his new term. Nelson’s oath was administered by […]
HELENA, MT – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on a draft plan and environmental impact statement to guide the long-term management and conservation of grizzly bears […]
SIOUX FALLS, SD – The public had a second opportunity to speak to the South Dakota Board of Education about proposed changes to the state’s social studies standards on Monday […]
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.  — The South Dakota Board of Regents has approved a new American Civic Certificate that will be offered at all of South Dakota’s public universities. The certificate […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. More than 100 agriculture interest groups say farmers and ranchers could have to report personal and business-related information to the Securities Exchange Commission if a rule to require […]
John George Heck, 79 of Spearfish, SD passed away on January 10th, 2025. John was born July 18th, […]
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Comment period extended for new market competition rule
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The USDA is extending the comment period for its proposed new competition rule under the Packers & Stockyards Act. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says the Fair and […]