South Dakota Voter Guide

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

SD near the bottom in rate of kids prepared for kindergarten

Greater parental involvement in the lives of preschoolers can go a long way to helping children be better prepared for school, experts say.

Fact brief: Does South Dakota have the smallest state capital city?

Pierre's population is 14,000. Is that the smallest in the country?

Food solutions in rural areas focus on community building

In South Dakota's hinterland, federal grants, farm-to-school programs and community volunteers are crucial to feeding communities who need it the most.

What to know about food resources in SD

Which organizations, nonprofits and community initiatives are working to address food insecurity in South Dakota?

Fact brief: Is Smithfield Foods one of the largest meat processing plants?

City and state officials announced Monday that Smithfield Foods will build a new plant in northwestern Sioux Falls, freeing up prime land near downtown.

Grassroots effort in Redfield turning old bank into day care

How the South Dakota city of 2,200 used a Ford Mustang raffle and a "grocery grab" fundraiser to help solve a major problem.
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