SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – Three statewide organizations are banding together for a campaign, looking to change South Dakota’s eminent domain laws. Dakota Rural Action, Landowners for Eminent Domain Reform, and the South Dakota Farmers Union are the founding organizations of South Dakotans First. The campaign is looking to the 2024 legislative session… Read more »
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Representative Schaefbauer talks about why she is seeking re-election
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday, District 3 Representative Brandei Schaefbauer announced that she will seek re-election for her seat in the South Dakota Legislature representing Aberdeen. Representative Schaefbauer explains why she is running. Schaefbauer talks about why she decided to declare this week. Schaefbauer lists her priorities for District 3. One is dealing with private property… Read more »
Senator Rounds address what’s happening in Israel
PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- Senator Mike Rounds says the U-S must do all it can to help Israel in the face of terror attacks. He says releasing two Iron Dome batteries that aren’t being used would be a big help. Rounds compares the terrorist activities of Hamas in the attacks to the actions of Nazi Germany in… Read more »
Congressman Johnson condemns Hamas Terror Attacks on Israel
WASHINGTON, D.C.(Press Release)– U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) cosponsored legislation to condemn Hamas in the strongest terms and express unconditional and unwavering support for Israel and its right to defend itself. In the wake of the Hamas acts of terror on Israel, Johnson expressed his support for America’s ally Israel. “As Hamas continues to commit… Read more »
Fort Pierre City Council receive update on the Western Dakota Regional Water System
FORT PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The Fort Pierre City Council met in special session Wednesday night to hear a presentation on the Western Dakota Regional Water System. System Executive Director Dr. Cheryl Chapman says the Missouri River has more than enough water to support a massive water line to western South Dakota. Chapman says studies on water… Read more »
Fort Pierre break ground on new fish cleaning station
FORT PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Fort Pierre has broken ground on what will be one of about half-a-dozen all-season fish cleaning stations in South Dakota. Nicole Schwinler is one of the people who got the ball rolling to raise money for the project being built by the 5th Avenue boat ramp….but there’s more that’s needed. Mayor Gloria… Read more »
Grand opening of new POET Bioproducts Center in Brookings
BROOKINGS, S.D.(KJJQ)- Grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremonies were held Wednesday afternoon at the new POET Bioproducts Center. The center is designed to take new technologies developed at the universities and scale them up for commercial uses. The 30-million dollar facility is located at the Research Park at SDSU. University president Barry Dunn says SDSU… Read more »
Two people indicted on charges connected to the death and disappearance of Aberdeen woman
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – Dakota News Now has learned more about the investigation into an Aberdeen woman’s disappearance in the state of Georgia. Morgan Bauer’s mother, Sherri Keenan, confirmed Wednesday night that two people are now being held without bond in Newton County, Georgia in connection with Bauer’s case. Morgan Bauer was… Read more »
Recap of “Protect Yourself Know Your Rights” event
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday night, City Lights hosted a seminar “Protect Yourself Know Your Rights” addressing the U.S. Constitution and the role public officials play in enforcing it. Retired Arizona Sheriff Richard Mack was the feature speaker. Sheriff Mack talks about liberty is for all citizens. Mack talks about establishing a relationship with the county… Read more »
Representative Brandei Schaefbauer announce she will seek re-election of District 3 House Seat
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Brandei Schaefbauer, a wife and mother, and a first term District 3 Representative, is announcing her intent to run for a second term for the 2025-2026 legislative session. As she reflects on this past year, she says “I have had the honor to represent District 3 and South Dakota in the House… Read more »