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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.
South Dakota voter guide
Everything South Dakota voters need to know about statewide contests in the 2026 primary and general elections.
Water worries: Billions needed to keep South Dakota taps flowing
South Dakota water systems will increasingly turn to the Missouri River to provide water for future population, agricultural and industrial growth. But plans will require billions of dollars and decades of construction to keep taps flowing freely.
4 big water projects underway in South Dakota
Billions of dollars of construction plans are in the works to provide water to serve South Dakota for generations to come.
Rhoden: Johnson tried to keep me from entering governor's race
Gov. Larry Rhoden tells South Dakota journalists that U.S. House Rep. Dusty Johnson attempted to blackmail him in order not to enter governor's race.
Confusion emerges over new SD voter ID requirements
South Dakota county auditors have taken different approaches to navigating a new law requiring proof of citizenship. Meanwhile, early voting appears to be underway.
Bengs makes general election ballot
Independent from Hot Springs will meet Democratic nominee Jean Beaudoin and either incumbent U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds or his GOP primary challenger, Justin McNeal.
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.