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Updates on South Dakota News Watch, how it's distinct and how it complements news coverage provided from the state's great local media organizations.

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.

Weekly newspaper publisher named News Watch board chair

Kristi Hine, editor and publisher of the True Dakotan in Wessington Springs, takes over leadership of the nonprofit.

Housing solutions from across South Dakota

A list of entities and programs that can assist in developing or obtaining housing as well as links to News Watch reporting on housing solutions.

5 things to know about open government

It's Sunshine Week, a nonpartisan collaboration among groups in the journalism, civic, education, government and private sectors that shines a light on the importance of public records and open government.

News about News Watch: February 2026

The latest news about South Dakota News Watch for our community of subscribers, donors and media partners.

Sioux Falls 5th grader wins South Dakota State Spelling Bee

11-year-old is headed to the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington after nailing "arrearage."

South Dakota students to compete in state spelling bee

The Feb. 7 competition at Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell is the second state bee sponsored by South Dakota News Watch and DWU.
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