State's median household income doubles, but rising costs a challenge

South Dakota's median household income more than doubled over the past two decades, from $37,618 in 2000 to an estimated $72,421 in 2023.

Fact brief: Do some South Dakota cities have an official flag?

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

7.5 million pounds of chemicals released by SD industry in 2024

Toxic chemical byproducts of industry in South Dakota are released into the air, water and land each year. EPA: Most were treated prior to release and were within regulatory limits.

SD Hall of Fame aims to expand education and modernize exhibits

Fundraising campaign has raised more than half of $4.5 million goal.

2025 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductees

11 people with political, health, tourism, business, agriculture and other backgrounds will be honored Sept. 12-13 in Chamberlain.

Fact brief: Is Sioux Falls the only South Dakota team to ever reach the Little League World Series?

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

Some South Dakota counties getting younger

High birth rate on reservations and presence of college students counteracts aging counties, as state's average age creeps past 38.
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