Gov. Noem’s claims of transparency called into question
For more than 40 years, South Dakota journalist Kevin Woster has produced material for the state’s two largest newspapers, its largest TV station and for South Dakota Public Broadcasting, where he remains a writer and commentator.
Now semi-retired, Woster continues to report on a variety of statewide topics. And
Noem’s ‘demanding’ style sparks staff turnover, turmoil: ‘It’s a tough gig’
Lee Schoenbeck, a power broker in the South Dakota Legislature as President Pro Tempore of the Senate, had a telling response when asked about the record pace of staff turnover in Gov. Kristi Noem’s administration, including a prolonged search for a sixth chief of staff less than five years
Age of South Dakota farmers rise – along with land and input costs
DIMOCK, S.D. – Ron Neugebauer has been farming in South Dakota for more than 60 years.
He began in the early 1960s when he was in high school. By the time he was 30 years old, he and his brother had taken over the family farm after their father died.
South Dakota ag income predicted to fall, but farmers remain optimistic
Farmers in South Dakota and across the U.S. will likely take home less income this year because of increasing input costs and decreasing commodity prices. However, halfway through the growing season, some are optimistic the state could have a good year if the weather cooperates.
“We’re relying on
Jail reform effort gives inmates skills and county budgets a break
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A new education program for jail inmates in Pennington County aims to break the cycle of repeated incarceration among people who are addicted, have mental health challenges or lack the skills to function in society.
Pennington County Sheriff Brian Mueller recently announced the coming launch of
Rattlesnake season leads to close calls, some bites and need for precautions
Cooler spring temperatures, clouds and rain this year likely slowed South Dakota prairie rattlesnake activity. But as temperatures warm, they’re sure to make themselves seen — and heard.
“If you are almost stepping on it, you just jump in the air and do a dance. I mean, I think you
Indigenous artists in S.D. travel new paths to prosperity
WHITECLAY, NEB. – Within concrete walls that once housed a liquor store that fueled alcoholism and death among residents of the nearby Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, renowned Native American artist Evans Flammond Sr. deftly draws lines on a huge buffalo hide.
Sitting at a table in the building in this small