PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –On Wednesday, Governor Larry Rhoden ordered that flags be flown at half-staff statewide effective immediately until sunset on Sunday, September 14, 2025, as a mark of respect for the memory of Charlie Kirk. “Charlie Kirk was a good man, a great American, and a true voice for Freedom,” said Governor Larry Rhoden.… Read more »
News Category: Pheasant Country News
Nikki Gronli announced candidacy for U.S House seat
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday, Nikki Gronli announced her intentions to run the U.S. House seat representing South Dakota as a Democrat. Gronli led USDA Rural Development for South Dakota under former President Biden’s administration. Earlier this month at the South Dakota State Fair, she discussed her views on what’s happening in Washington. Gronli who… Read more »
Update on firearms confiscated at a Pierre middle school Tuesday
PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- The Pierre Police Department has released a few more details about an incident that happened about mid-morning Tuesday at Georgia Morse Middle School in Pierre. Captain Dusty Pelle says two handguns were seized from the 13 year old male student that was taken into custody. Contrary to rumors that are circulating, he says… Read more »
South Dakota Freedom Caucus oppose new mens prison plan
RAPID CITY, S.D.(Press Release) – The South Dakota Freedom Caucus is taking a strong stand against the $650 million non-guaranteed price Sioux Falls prison project, calling it irresponsible government spending at a time when South Dakota faces serious economic uncertainty. With the threat of an economic recession on the horizon, South Dakota taxpayers cannot afford a… Read more »
Attorney General Jackley and some law enforcement agencies are in favor of new mens prison plan
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –Attorney General Marty Jackley and three South Dakota law enforcement associations issued statements of support for the new prison plan. The South Dakota State’s Attorneys Association, the South Dakota Sheriffs’ Association, and the South Dakota Police Chiefs’ Association agreed on the significant need for a new prison, encouraging legislators to move forward… Read more »
Dustin Gillespie named new regional director for Drug Enforcement Administration
OMAHA, N.E.(KELO)- The Drug Enforcement Administration has a new regional leader…and he’s focused on taking down drug rings like the Sinaloa Cartel. Dustin Gillespie was named Special Agent in Charge of the Omaha Region of the DEA. Having worked for the agency along the Southwest Border, he knows there’s a direct link to this region.… Read more »
Portions of north State Street from North 15th Ave to railroad tracks closed Thursday for oil sealing
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Beginning at approximately 8 am Thursday, September 11th, 2025, N. State St. from 15th Ave. to 8th Ave. will be closed for oil sealing of the street. Immediately following the completion of this section, N. State St. from 8th Ave. to the Railroad Tracks will be closed for oil sealing. Each section… Read more »
Marty Jackley announce his candidacy for U.S. House seat
STURGIS, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Tuesday, South Dakota Attorney General made it official. He will be running for the U.S. House seat representing South Dakota. He released the following statement to the public: “I am humbled by the outpouring of support and encouragement I have received across the state to run for Congress,” said Jackley. “I am… Read more »
Firearms confiscated from a Pierre middle school
PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- A 13 year old male student is in custody, but a situation at Georgia Morse Middle School in Pierre was quickly resolved about mid-morning Tuesday. Information from the Pierre Police Department says the student had brought “a couple of firearms” to school, but no known threats were made. Pierre School District Superintendent Dr.… Read more »
Northern State to celebrate Constitution Day on September 17th
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Northern State University will mark the 238th anniversary of the U.S. Constitution on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. “September 17 is Constitution Day and Northern State University will join schools, offices, and individuals across America marking the signing of this foundational document, which occurred on that date in 1787,” said Dr. Ric Dias, professor… Read more »