by jmason | Apr 4, 2026 | Arts & Culture
by jmason | Apr 4, 2026 | Local News
The joyous news of a much-needed renovation for the Platte-Winner Bridge over the Missouri River in South Dakota brings both relief and excitement to the local communities. Announced on April 3rd by U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson’s office, a hefty $65 million federal...
by jmason | Apr 4, 2026 | Local News
South Dakota’s public employee retirement system is once again under the microscope as officials project that the state’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will lag behind inflation for the sixth consecutive year. This development poses significant concerns...
by jmason | Apr 4, 2026 | Obituaries
Honoring Kenneth Floyd Van Zee: A Life Remembered in St. Lawrence, South Dakota ST. LAWRENCE, SOUTH DAKOTA—The community of St. Lawrence is mourning the passing of Kenneth Floyd Van Zee, who peacefully died at the age of 96 on April 3, 2026, at the Good Samaritan...
by jmason | Apr 4, 2026 | Sports
Coyote Athletes Shine at Husker Spring Kickoff Against Weather Odds In a dynamic display of athleticism, the University of South Dakota’s Coyote pole vaulters and high jumpers made their presence felt at the Husker Spring Kickoff in Lincoln, Nebraska. The event...
by jmason | Apr 4, 2026 | Politics
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by jmason | Apr 2, 2026 | Obituaries
On a serene Tuesday, March 31, 2026, Lana Moeller, a cherished daughter of South Dakota, left this world at the age of 72, finding eternal peace with her Savior at Community Memorial Hospital in Redfield…
by jmason | Apr 1, 2026 | Sports
South Dakota Tennis Team Shines Despite Defeat in Omaha The tennis match between South Dakota and Creighton held in Omaha, Nebraska, on April 1, 2026, showcased some spectacular performances despite South Dakota succumbing to a 5-2 defeat. The clash at Creighton...
by jmason | Apr 1, 2026 | Politics
PIERRE, S.D. – In a historic move to redefine financial relief for South Dakotans, Governor Larry Rhoden has urged the state’s counties to diligently implement SB 96, a significant step aimed at reducing property taxes. This initiative, along with SB 245,...
by jmason | Apr 1, 2026 | Weather
South Dakota Faces Late-Season Snowstorm: Impacts and PreparationsSouth Dakota Faces Late-Season Snowstorm: Impacts and PreparationsAs April begins, South Dakota finds itself shivering in the grip of a formidable late-season winter storm. The state’s residents,...