The projects that TIFs built: How SD is using program
To highlight some of the projects that tax increment financing districts have helped fund, here are 10 examples in South Dakota from the past 20 years.| South Dakota News Watch
To highlight some of the projects that tax increment financing districts have helped fund, here are 10 examples in South Dakota from the past 20 years.| South Dakota News Watch
Solutions| www.sdnewswatch.org
Pilot project uses storytelling and civic engagement to identify and share solutions to challenges impacting communities across the state.| South Dakota News Watch
Agriculture| www.sdnewswatch.org
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the grants for students to attend tech schools in Watertown, Mitchell, Rapid City and Sioux Falls, the result of a partnership among the state, First Premier Bank and industry.| South Dakota News Watch
The Aberdeen businessman boosted Republican populist candidates in last year's legislative primaries and is exploring his own run in 2026.| South Dakota News Watch
Latest newspaper, radio and TV developments demonstrate the fast-pace of change in how people are informed.| South Dakota News Watch
Soybean farmers are nearing panic mode and corn growers are expecting low prices and profits, but cattle ranchers may see record revenues this year.| South Dakota News Watch
Environment| www.sdnewswatch.org
Most of the 7.5 million pounds of chemicals emitted in 2024 were treated prior to release and were within regulatory limits.| South Dakota News Watch
By the end of 2026, South Dakota residents from the far corners of the Black Hills to the southeastern tip of the state could be sharing an energy provider.| South Dakota News Watch
Attorneys can go their entire career without any mandatory training or continuing education while other licensed occupations require annual or biennial training to remain on the job.| South Dakota News Watch
Republican Public Utilities Commission chair takes break from re-election effort but still aims for another term in Pierre.| South Dakota News Watch
Inflation, an uncertain national economy and Canada comments from President Trump could add up to a soft year for tourism in South Dakota.| South Dakota News Watch
With new wind farms leading the way, South Dakota and its strong technical college system have put the state on the forefront of training needed energy workers.| South Dakota News Watch
The 3-year construction project on U.S. 385 through the Black Hills will result in traffic tie-ups but also a smoother, safer roadway.| South Dakota News Watch
outdoors, arts, culture, religion, sports| South Dakota News Watch
H20-50 is a citizen-led planning process: "Being involved in the community and helping shape the future for our family and our children, that's super important."| South Dakota News Watch
"It's really fun because you're in a tiny town and it's just a melting pot."| South Dakota News Watch
Despite being home to wide-open spaces and abundant sunshine, South Dakota ranks 47th in the nation for production of solar power.| South Dakota News Watch
The high cost of health care has caused nearly 1 in 10 South Dakota residents to skip necessary medical care, according to KFF.| South Dakota News Watch
South Dakota lawmakers debating 10 bills this session. 'The core of the issue is about taking people’s lands.'| South Dakota News Watch
Federal money slated to improve 200 water and sewer systems across the state but must be spent: 'An investment in our future.'| South Dakota News Watch
A $73 million project to rebuild 15 miles of U.S. 385 will cause major disruptions to tourism in the Black Hills the next two years.| South Dakota News Watch
