RAPID CITY, S.D.(KOTA)- Tourism season seems to be off to a hot start in South Dakota, seen in the record setting numbers at The Monument’s recent Morgan Wallen concert. The controversial country star packed the house, but according to Craig Baltzer, executive director of the Monument, it wasn’t just Rapid City showing up. Baltzer pointed… Read more »
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Bills dealing with recreational marijuana clear the Senate
PIERRE, S.D.(SDBA)- The bill to decriminalize and regulate adult-use marijuana narrowly passed the Senate with a vote of 18 to 17. Under the legislative rules, most bills only require a simple majority to pass out of the chamber. Republican Senator Lee Schoenbeck of District 5 put forward an intent to reconsider motion, which would have… Read more »
Board of Regents release their budget proposols for the SD Legislature
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Board of Regents, like all state agencies, made a number of budget proposals for next year’s legislature. Heather Forney, vice president for finance and administration, told the Regents at their meeting last week at SDSU that Governor Kristi Noem included many of their requests in her budget. Forney says many… Read more »
Aberdeen, Milbank and Rosebud Reservation receive 2021 Healthy Hometown Powered by Wellmark Community Award
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(Press Release) —Three South Dakota communities —Aberdeen, Milbank and Rosebud Reservation—were each presented with a 2021 Healthy Hometown Powered by Wellmark Community Award during the Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Promotion Annual Partners Meeting held virtually on Tuesday, Oct. 12. The award is recognition for their accomplishments in health improvement initiatives within their… Read more »
Miss South Dakota fought depression and an eating disorder. Find out how she prevailed.
VERMILLION, S.D.(Aberdeen American News) — Before she was crowned Miss South Dakota, Kaitlin O’Neill overcame a mix of serious mental health issues including crippling depression, a destructive inferiority complex and an eating disorder. The Groton native described her distressed youth and her strategy for recovery last month at the University of South Dakota. A crowd… Read more »
South Dakota Game, Fish, & Parks looking for someone to run a restaurant in the Pierre Region
PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department is working to find an operator of the Spring Creek Resort restaurant along the east shore of Lake Oahe. Director of Parks and Recreation Scott Simpson says his department operates the marina and cabin rentals and the missing piece is the restaurant. The Game, Fish… Read more »
Military Appreciation Day took place at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Tuesday
STURGIS, S.D. – It’s military appreciation day today at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. This year’s honored veteran of the year is Walter Saubers. He joined the South Dakota National Guard in High School and graduated from Black Hills State University, before joining the Navy. He worked his way up the ranks to Captain and worked… Read more »
Senator Round’s take on Israel’s missile defense system
WASHINGTON D.C.(KOTA)- When the Israeli Government makes an emergency request of $1 billion to replenish their “Iron Dome” missile defense system, it’s a call South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds says shouldn’t go ignored. Rounds, who sits on the Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees, said a billion dollar price tag is worth protecting a… Read more »
Woman charged in day care death in Watertown
WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG) — The Watertown Police Department and Fire Rescue were called to an in-home daycare Wednesday afternoon just after 3 p.m. for a report of a 16 month-old child who was not conscious. The child, a boy, was transported to Prairie Lakes Hospital for treatment. While receiving medical treatment injuries consistent with abuse were… Read more »
Pro-Freedom & Health Care Bills take effect on July 1
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Today, pro-freedom & health care reforms promoted by Governor Kristi Noem will take effect in South Dakota. July 1 marks the start of the 2022 fiscal year and ushers in several changes to state law. “‘Freedom’ isn’t just a buzzword for us in South Dakota. It’s our way of life. It… Read more »