PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- State government employees in South Dakota got an extra paycheck deposited in to their accounts Monday morning, but that money should be gone by the end of the day. Bureau of Finance and Management Commissioner Jim Terwilliger (hard “g” sound) says the state does its payroll through First Premier Bank, based in Sioux… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce invites golfers and gnome enthusiasts alike to join the fun at this year’s annual Chamber Golf Tournament, happening Monday, June 2 at Moccasin Creek Country Club. This whimsical, garden-gnome-themed event promises a day of friendly competition, networking, and community spirit. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., with… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The May Overby Elementary Student Council recently got a glimpse of the past when they opened a time capsule from a quarter century ago. Now, the Student Council, along with their advisors Chrisandra Bierne and Lisa Jaspers, are busy putting together a new time capsule for future students to open 25… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELOLAND) — South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley and 39 other Attorneys General are opposing a proposed congressional budget amendment that would impose a 10-year prohibition on states from enforcing any state law or regulation addressing artificial intelligence (AI) and automated decision-making systems. “As Attorney General, I fully support the State’s ability… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –On Wednesday, the Project Prison Reset task force shared the completed consultant report by Arrington Watkins. You can find the consultant report here. “This new third-party report confirms what our task force concluded: that the state penitentiary in Sioux Falls has reached the end of its useful life,” saidLt. Governor Tony Venhuizen,… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio) – (UPDATED W/ WIND DAMAGE PHOTOS NEAR TRAVEL LEADERS IN ABERDEEN) After starting with the week with temps in the upper 80s and Red Flag Warnings being posted due to high winds and low humidity.  The city was hit with needed moisture but a lot of wind coming along with that. NWS… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio) The fun keeps coming to Storybook Land as a new locomotive ride was recently installed at the park this week. Aberdeen Parks & Rec Director Mark Hoven explains the process in getting the new amusement ride to Storybook Land. Hoven describes the fundraising efforts it takes to acquire new amusement… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(South Dakota Searchlight) — A constitutional amendment that South Dakota voters will consider in next year’s general election will strengthen rather than weaken the influence of out-of-state organizations in state politics, opponents of the amendment said Thursday. Lawmakers approved a resolution this winter asking voters to increase the threshold for approving a constitutional amendment ballot… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Aberdeen area students are encouraged to nominate a teacher who has made a difference in their lives for the 2025 Teacher Appreciation Awards. The annual Teacher Appreciation Awards were created six years ago by Aberdeen Firefighters Local 446 to honor area teachers who have gone above and beyond for their students.… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.(HubCityRadio)- This week is National Police Week and on Thursday, Senator John Thune spoke on the floor of the U.S. Senate to thank them for their service. Thune acknowledge the bravery of the police. Thune discuss the role police does in the cities. Thune took the time to thank the Capitol Police that protect… Read more »

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- Several community members, members of the Watertown Pickleball Association, and members of the Watertown Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Board held a celebrated ribbon cutting today for its new pickleball complex. The event marked the culmination of “community passion, thoughtful planning, and a shared vision” for expanding recreational opportunities in the town of Watertown.… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –On Thursday, Governor Larry Rhoden signed Executive Order 2025-05 granting an hours of service waiver for certain liquid products being transported through South Dakota. The 14-day order exempts delivery of gasoline, or gasoline blends, diesel, fuel oil, ethanol, propane, jet fuel, and biodiesel from federal motor carrier regulations regarding drivers’ hours of… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.(Press Release) – On Wednesday, the House Agriculture Committee passed their portion of House Republicans’ reconciliation package, which includes several of U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson’s (R-S.D.) priorities for rural America and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The package identifies $296 billion in savings while making significant investments in Farm Bill programs that support… Read more »

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- The Codington County Commissioners have authorized the signing of an engagement letter with Baird to serve as the sole managing underwriter for the issuance of General Obligation Bonds for the jail project. The decision was made during their Tuesday meeting, with Toby Morris of Colliers Securities LLC participating remotely to provide information. The… Read more »