PIERRE, S.D.  (Press Release) – On Friday, Governor Larry Rhoden signed four bills supporting our military and veterans. “As Governor, my goal is to keep South Dakota strong, safe, and free — and that wouldn’t be possible without all of our brave men and women in uniform,” said Governor Larry Rhoden. “These bills are a… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- A couple of major milestone events have taken place in March for one of the five bridges over the Missouri River in South Dakota. The demolition of the girders from the previous Lieutenant Commander John C. Waldron Memorial Bridge at Fort Pierre and Pierre happened March 17, 2025, and a ribbon cutting was… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Earlier this week, Governor Larry Rhoden vetoed HB1169.  The bill modify the signature requirement for a petition to initiate a constitutional amendment. Among the groups that was opposed to the bill and was pleased with the Governor’s veto was the Voter Defense Association of South Dakota. The president of the group is Matthew… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Friday, Governor Larry Rhoden signed eight budget bills into law, includingSB 220, the general appropriations act for Fiscal Year 2026. “I am proud of our state’s fiscal responsibility,” said Governor Larry Rhoden. “With the signing of these bills, I am officially passing the 136th consecutive balanced budget. Our commonsense, conservative… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Northern State University and the NSU Foundation are excited to host the upcoming 2025 GiveNDay, an annual fundraising event dedicated to supporting Wolves students and strengthening community ties. The event will kick off at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2, and conclude at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 3. GiveNDay celebrates Northern State… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – Two school districts in South Dakota have received funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service to support their food service programs. The Woonsocket School District will be receiving $25,000, and the Aberdeen School District will get $8,832.44 in National School Lunch Program Equipment Assistance grants… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – A recent study by IID manufacturing company SMARTSTART listed Aberdeen among the least sober-friendly cities in the country. For the study, SMARTSTART analyzed 162 cities in the United States, including the 50 biggest cities in the country and the three biggest cities in each state. Each city was… Read more »

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden visited Watertown Thursday,  and KXLG News was invited to attend a presentation at Terex Utilities, followed by an interview with the Governor. The visit aimed to highlight economic opportunities across the state, with a focus on Terex Utilities and Lake Area Technical College. The Governor also made a… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- Legislative response to criticism from the Sioux Falls School Board. Board members unloaded on the Legislature this week, saying they were disappointed and frustrated by bills they felt targeted education. Sioux Falls Representative Bethany Soye says this year’s tight budget was a big adjustment for everyone. School Board members were also critical… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)-  Voting is now underway for the People’s Choice Award for the 2025 Abbys. The award is presented to a business or organization who demonstrates exceptional performance in its support of community and the region.  This is the only award that is voted on by the public itself. Deadline to cast a vote is… Read more »