Moving mountains: Blasting and clawing toward a safer US 385

Huge boulders are being moved and rocky hillsides blasted and scraped away as part of a $72 million widening project on U.S. 385, the only major highway through the central Black Hills.

Fact brief: Could a data center use the equivalent of 50,000 homes of power?

A fact brief that refutes or confirms a claim with supporting information and additional evidence and context.

South Dakota Voter Guide

Everything South Dakota voters need to know about statewide contests in the 2026 primary and general elections.

Fewer job vacancies in DOC as new women's prison prepares to open

New Corrections report shows reduced openings since pay increase took effect as state agency hires 133 for new Rapid City facility.

Fact brief: Does SD have one of the shortest legislative sessions?

The state's constitution mandates that the legislative session start on the second Tuesday in January with a maximum of 40 legislative days

Small local farms growing stronger roots in South Dakota

Consumer demand for organic and locally grown foods continues to rise, but running a small farm isn't always an easy task for producers.

Fact brief: Does the SD congressional delegation support the Venezuela attack?

Sens. John Thune, Mike Rounds and Rep. Dusty Johnson all praised President Trump's decision to attack Venezuela and arrest President Maduro.
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