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South Dakota Native Tourism Alliance to support entrepreneurs

"I believe that it is an act of sovereignty for a tribe to take control of their cultural history by telling their own story. And what better way to do that than tourism with people from your local community to even internationally?"

Presidential pause in relocations

How the 2024 election impacts business and family moves. “This is about the stupidest year I’ve seen."

South Dakota's Thune voted Senate majority leader

The 63-year-old Murdo native won the job in a secret ballot among GOP senators Wednesday in Washington.

Rhoden could be 'steady hand' if Noem joins Trump Cabinet

The transition could be the first time a South Dakota governor hands over the reins of power during a legislative session.

Poll sheds light on South Dakota's 2026 election outlook

Voter opinions on Noem, Thune, Johnson, Rounds and Jackley and their possible next steps.

Western SD voters share their perspectives

Donald Trump 'too extreme' to one voter, but he's seen as the answer to inflation for others.

Key takeaways: Trump sets tone for South Dakota Republican rout

Tuesday's election was full of good news for the GOP, soul-searching for everyone else and questions about slow tally. "It's not acceptable that Minnehaha County takes longer to count votes than the entire state of Florida."

2024 South Dakota election results

A roundup of statewide candidate races and ballot measures that will be updated as votes are counted.

Large lithium batteries next step in SD wind power growth

One neighbor worries about the chance of fire from the system designed to provide energy when it's needed.

South Dakota Voter Guide

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.

Political friction adds stress to South Dakota election process

Despite recent controversies with voter rolls, News Watch poll shows South Dakotans have confidence in accuracy of local elections.

Burial sites bring history to life across South Dakota

Laura Ingalls Wilder, Wild Bill Hickok and other famous (and infamous) figures contribute to state tourism.

Poll: Republicans Trump, Dusty Johnson hold sizable leads in South Dakota

The Public Utilities Commission race is also lopsided in favor of the GOP candidate, according to a statewide survey co-sponsored by News Watch.

Poll: Support slips for abortion, open primaries, grocery tax measures

Scientific survey of 500 registered voters also shows opposition to issue on gender in state government references but increase in support for legalized marijuana.