Concern over the future of the teaching profession in South Dakota has led to more aggressive efforts by education officials to train and inspire a new generation of classroom leaders,...| South Dakota News Watch
Rollback of climate regulations in Trump administration highlights policy differences between South Dakota and Minnesota.| South Dakota News Watch
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
Production based on classic novel about Norwegian settlers will be performed April 26-27 at the Washington Pavilion in Sioux Falls.| South Dakota News Watch
Gov. Larry Rhoden and U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune received higher marks for their job performance than the former governor.| South Dakota News Watch
A survey of 500 Republican voters in South Dakota showed that nearly three-quarters approve of Trump’s presidential leadership so far in 2025.| South Dakota News Watch
Survey of 500 Republicans shows Jackley in third place as contenders begin to emerge for 2026 primary showdown.| South Dakota News Watch
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Tom Eiesland, who lives next door and worked the farm for more than 40 years, said the project will 'absolutely destroy the community.' The final story in a 3-part series.| South Dakota News Watch
The former Republican who believes in limited government and a strong border faces long odds against incumbent Dusty Johnson.| 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
Norwegian American Historical Association lost $300,000 history grant but will try to forge ahead with project.| South Dakota News Watch
Survey also found mixed results on the performance of state legislators during the 2025 session.| South Dakota News Watch
Supporters and critics of the plan to eliminate the department weigh in on how it could affect the state of South Dakota.| South Dakota News Watch
"What happened here? What changed in South Dakota politics when a Hand County farmer ends up as chair of the GOP?"| South Dakota News Watch
Uncertainty surrounding American trade policies could rattle an already fragile agricultural outlook.| South Dakota News Watch
Questions remain about Zander Zephier's death, including the use of pepper spray and the decision to enter the house without more negotiation.| South Dakota News Watch
Everything South Dakota voters need to know about statewide contests in the Nov. 5 general election: How to register and vote, what's at stake, and a way to ask questions and express what issues are important to them.| South Dakota News Watch
