Texts

Introduction

Texting is a great way to instantly communicate with family, friends and colleagues, and now you can receive stories from South Dakota News Watch and other great news organizations once a week on your phone.

We’re launching SDNEWSWATCH to make it as easy as possible for you to stay informed and connected. 

When you sign up, every Friday you’ll receive a roundup of two to three stories we’ve published during the week, plus two to three stories from peer nonprofit newsrooms that are also members of the Rural News Network. 

How to get the texts

Signing up is easy:

1. Text SDNEWSWATCH to 1-833-600-2220.
2. Scan the QR code and hit send (type in SDNWEWSWATCH if it's not in the box):

3. Type your phone number into this box:

FAQs 

How does South Dakota News Watch protect my privacy?
Your privacy is our priority. We adhere to the highest standards of data security. We won’t sell or share your information with third parties. For more details, please review our privacy policy.

How is the news summarized for SDNEWSWATCH?
We partner with Nota to summarize articles using AI, which we will review to make sure they're accurate This ensures you receive concise, informative updates tailored to your interests without sacrificing accuracy or depth.