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Half of South Dakotans Now Live in Two Metro Areas
Melissa Avelino/South Dakota News Watch South Dakota’s only two formal metro areas are now home to roughly half the state’s population, according to the latest U.S Census data. Over the past few decades, Rapid City [Read More…]
Thune anticipates ‘big fight’ in September over potential government shutdown
Makenzie Huber/South Dakota Searchlight SIOUX FALLS — When South Dakota Republican John Thune delivered his first remarks as U.S. Senate majority leader in January, he pledged to restore “regular order” to the chamber, including “bringing appropriations bills [Read More…]
South Dakota lawmakers endorse more video livestreaming, hear update on Capitol water damage
Seth Tupper, South Dakota Searchlight A committee of South Dakota lawmakers endorsed a proposal Tuesday to provide more video livestreaming of the legislative process and heard how water-damaged technology could affect a special legislative session [Read More…]
ETRIA welcomes a special guest
ETRIA hosted a special guest Tuesday. Masashi Mizobuchi is Consul-General of Japan in Chicago. “I hope my visit will serve an opportunity to build a relationship that will facilitate Japanese trade and investment with this [Read More…]
California man indicted on drug charges for transporting more than 200 pounds of Meth
A 42-year-old man from Fresno, California has been indicted on two felony counts after he was arrested Friday night transporting 207 pounds of crystal methamphetamine in Sturgis. Attorney General Marty Jackley says case is being [Read More…]
Mitchell School Board updated on high school construction project
Superintendent Joe Childs provided an update on the high school construction project during Monday’s Mitchell School Board meeting. “We’re making progress, were not finished yet,” said Childs. “What I was happy to announce tonight was [Read More…]
Highway Patrol Makes Record Meth Seizure
Larry Rhoden has announced a record drug seizure by the South Dakota Highway Patrol, showing the urgent need for Operation: Prairie Thunder. The Highway Patrol apprehended a 42-year-old male who was stopped while driving and [Read More…]
Tabatha Benting Named Warden of Jameson Prison
Secretary of Corrections Kellie Wasko has announced Tabatha Benting has been appointed as the new Warden of the Jameson Prison in Sioux Falls. “I am very proud of Warden Benting as she has provided integral [Read More…]
Former state trooper plans run as Democrat for secretary of state
John Hult, South Dakota Searchlight A 39-year-old former state trooper plans to seek the office of South Dakota secretary of state for the Democratic Party. If the party chooses him at its nominating convention next [Read More…]
Governor announces $17 million deal for Sioux Falls prison site, subject to legislative approval
South Dakota Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden speaks during a press conference Feb. 6, 2025, at the Capitol in Pierre with Lt. Gov. Tony Venhuizen. (Seth Tupper/South Dakota Searchlight) Seth Tupper, South Dakota News Watch South [Read More…]
South Dakota State Library launches Read 250
In commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, the South Dakota State Library is inviting South Dakotans to take part in Read 250, a special program dedicated to the study and appreciation of American history. “Reading books [Read More…]
Winner man sentenced to federal prison for abusive sexual contact with a child
A 30 year old man from Winner was recently sentenced to federal prison after his conviction of Abusive Sexual Contact with a Child. Clayton Spotted Calf was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison, followed [Read More…]
Serving the Mitchell community for fifty years
A Mitchell business is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Michelle White shared Mueller Lumber’s history. “In 1975, Bob, Gail and Morry Jamison started “Jamison-Mueller Lumber” out of the basement of my parent’s house,” White said. Bob [Read More…]
Attorney General Marty Jackley Joins National Operational Robocall Roundup
Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined the National Operation Robocall Roundup which has issued warning letters to 37 telecom companies demanding they stop routing illegal robocalls through their networks. South Dakota is part of the [Read More…]
Four South Dakota Newspapers Close as Parent Company Shuts Down
A major blow was dealt to local journalism in South Dakota on Wednesday, August 6, as four newspapers, the Huron Plainsman, Brookings Register, Redfield Press, and Moody County Enterprise, published their final editions. The closures come [Read More…]
Former Mitchell Mayor honored for his outstanding contribution to the community
The Mitchell City Council unanimously approved a resolution to re-name the current “Public Beach” on North Harmon Drive to “Sebert’s Beach” in honor of former Mayor Lou Sebert’s contributions to the betterment of the City [Read More…]
DCI Investigation into Hostage Takeover Ending in Officer Involved Shooting Underway
The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation is investigating an officer involved shooting and hostage situation that occurred Tuesday night in Haakon County. “This was a dangerous hostage situation with shots fired at law enforcement [Read More…]
Gov. Larry Rhoden appoints Nick Fosness to the State House of Representatives from District 1
SD Searchlight South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden announced a legislative appointment Tuesday to fill a position representing the northeastern corner of the state. Rhoden appointed Nick Fosness, a Republican from Britton, to the state House [Read More…]
Attorney General Jackley Warns Public About Scam Involving Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
Attorney General Marty Jackley is warning the public about a text scam involving the State’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. “These text messages are designed to create fear and confusion – don’t fall for [Read More…]
Judiciary Warns of Missed Jury Duty, Unpaid Traffic Ticket Scams
The South Dakota Unified Judicial System is warning the public to be aware of scams involving missed jury duty, unpaid traffic tickets and fake arrest warrants. UJS and South Dakota law enforcement agencies have received [Read More…]