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South Dakota News Watch is one of the few news organizations in the state with a full-time reporter who lives in Pierre. These stories explain how what happens in the Capitol impacts all residents, hold publicly elected leaders accountable, investigate complex issues and help voters make informed choices when they go to the polls through accurate, balanced reporting.
Johnson unveils plan to boost entrepreneurship in South Dakota
“Chasing huge companies like TikTok grabs headlines, but building South Dakota means investing in South Dakotans.”
250+ years of American civics and news
Series of community gatherings and other events across South Dakota seeks to increase engagement and help voters find fact-based information ahead of elections.
Gaming grants: Millions for Deadwood, thousands for rest of state
While the Black Hills town has received $237 million for historic preservation since legal gambling started, the rest of the state has received only $8 million.
After $237 million spent, Deadwood seeks more gaming proceeds
"We're a small town but we have big-city expenses because of the visitation." Analysis shows that $33 billion has been wagered.
Top 5 legislative developments
A summary of the top headlines out of the South Dakota Legislature.
Biotech defined: Economic impact, SD companies and more
Industry leaders in the state are trying to make South Dakota a bigger part of a $3.2 trillion industry.
Flood of bureaucracy leaves prime home lots vacant in Fort Pierre
"It's going to take an act of Congress, literally, to get this changed."