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Group calls on Congress to end tax credits for carbon sequestration
Argus Leader - South Dakota
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Over 100 state and local officials from the Midwest and West, including South Dakota, are asking the U.S. Senate to eliminate tax credits for carbon capture and sequestration as part of a federal budget reconciliation bill. Established by Congress...
‘Like we don’t exist’: One year after the flood, a sense of abandonment lingers in McCook Lake
Sioux Falls Live - South Dakota
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June 23, 2025
McCOOK LAKE — Morgan and Malcom Speichinger still live in a house that was damaged in a flood one year ago, because they have no better option. “If we could afford to move, we would,” Morgan said. Three days of rain last June 20-22 in southeast...
Average VA IRRRL loan amount in South Dakota increases from Q3 to Q4
Rushmore State News - South Dakota
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June 20, 2025
The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in South Dakota during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $324,735, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.The average VA IRRRL amount in...
'We don't exist': Flood victims 'abandoned' after Kristi Noem didn't tell them to evacuate
AlterNet
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June 23, 2025
McCOOK LAKE — Morgan and Malcom Speichinger still live in a house that was damaged in a flood one year ago, because they have no better option. “If we could afford to move, we would,” Morgan said. Three days of rain last June 20-22 in southeast...
Korkow and ‘Wild Bill’ draw standing ovation at cowboy hall of fame
The Dickinson Press - North Dakota
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June 23, 2025
MEDORA, N.D. — In addition to the 2025 inductees, two legendary figures of rodeo were center stage during the annual induction ceremony at the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame. Jim Korkow — owner of a third-generation rodeo production and stock...
RCC: Shedding light on smarter lighting
Fitchburg Star - Wisconsin
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I'll always remember the first time I truly noticed how breathtaking the night sky could be. It was years ago, deep in the Black Hills of South Dakota, far from city lights. I stepped outside my tent late one night and looked up - suddenly, the...
South Dakota Gets Nearly $2 Million in Latest Opioid Settlement Payment
Pure Oldies 103.5 - South Dakota
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PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Attorney General Marty Jackley says the state has gotten almost $2 million from Janssen Pharmaceuticals as part of an opioid settlement. The payment is part of a nationwide effort to hold companies accountable for their...
South Dakota receives award for major economic development projects
DGR News
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South Dakota has received a 2025 Silver Shovel Award from Area Development magazine, marking the third year in a row the state has earned national recognition for job creation and business investment. The Silver Shovel Awards honor states for...
South Dakota Beef Industry Council looking for new executive director
DGR News
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Following the resignation of Jodie Anderson, the South Dakota Beef Industry Council (SDBIC) is currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated beef industry professional to serve as their next Executive Director. SDBIC President Carl Sanders and the...
1st Edition of ProElite 605 Football Camp Ready to Kick Off in Rapid City
News Center 1 - South Dakota
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June 20, 2025
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Local kids looking to hone their football skills have a great opportunity this weekend in Rapid City. Former Texans and Ravens wide receiver Jace Davis is hosting the ProElite 605 Football camp at the Sioux Park football field...
Sioux Falls non-profit to launch ‘small shop hop’ on June 21
Argus Leader - South Dakota
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LifeScape is launching a new event, “Small Shops, Big Impact,” on June 21, aiming to boost small area businesses while raising awareness and funds to support children and adults served by the nonprofit that's focused on helping address disability...
South Dakota schools' tight budgets bench baseball for time being
Aberdeen News - South Dakota
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For the S.D. NewsMedia Association PIERRE — The board of directors of the South Dakota High School Activities Association has decided that now is not the right time to sanction high school baseball. At its meeting on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, the...
AAA South Dakota Offers Tips For Choosing The Right Home Repair Contractor
Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan - South Dakota
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SIOUX FALLS — Following a major natural disaster, contractors often move into neighborhoods impacted by storm damage. Unfortunately, not all contractors are the same, and some homeowners may find themselves with unsatisfactory work and unfinished...
South Dakota receives almost $2 million opioid settlement payment from Janssen Pharmaceuticals
DGR News
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South Dakota has received payment of $1,967,317.50 in its latest opioid settlement from Janssen Pharmaceuticals. “This payment is part of our efforts to hold companies accountable for their part in creating this nation’s opioid crisis,” said...
Beresford employee named Finance Officer of the Year
Dakota News Now - South Dakota
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June 21, 2025
PIERRE, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A finance officer for the City of Beresford was named Finance Officer of the Year earlier this month by the South Dakota Governmental Finance Officers’ Association. Elaine Johnson was given the annual award for her...
South Dakota Delays Decision on Sanctioning High School Baseball
Sports Illustrated - New York
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June 18, 2025
High school baseball in South Dakota will remain unsanctioned—for now. As reported by Keloland.com, the South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA) board of directors decided Wednesday morning not to add the sport at this time but...
South Dakota receives $1.9M payment in settlement with Janssen
SDPB Radio - South Dakota
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June 18, 2025
South Dakota receives $1.9 million as part of another settlement with drug manufacturers, according to Attorney General Marty Jackley. This time, the payment is from Janssen Pharmaceuticals—the pharmaceutical arm of Johnson & Johnson. In 2021,...
South Dakota rabbi visited Israel shortly before Iran air strikes | Jun 18
SDPB Radio - South Dakota
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See the audio attached above to listen to the full news update/podcast. Each day, SDPB brings you statewide news coverage. We then compile those stories into a daily podcast. Subscribe on Apple On today's update... Tensions are growing following...
South Dakota Supreme Court will consider legality of Igloo bunker leases
The Brookings Register - South Dakota
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By Bart PfankuchSouth Dakota News Watch The South Dakota Supreme Court will decide the legality of a disputed lease signed by dozens of people who live in former military munitions bunkers located near Edgemont in southwestern South Dakota. The...
Have You Tried The New Downtown Sioux Falls Fernson Menu?
B102.7 - South Dakota
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June 19, 2025
There is no shortage of restaurants throughout the Sioux Empire, especially in Sioux Falls. There's even a popular Downtown Sioux Falls bar that just released a delicious new menu. READ MORE: Sioux Falls Restaurant Makes Big Policy Change Fernson...