Rural

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State prison project draws strong views, harsh criticism

Perspectives from neighbors, policy analysts, law enforcement and governors show plenty of division surrounding South Dakota's plan to build a new prison in rural Lincoln County.

Immigration crackdown comes to South Dakota

Impact also includes misinformation, fears and rumors about ICE raids. “People are terrified."

Move into SD bunker backfires on family seeking a new life

The problems at the residential bunker complex south of Edgemont, uncovered in a recent News Watch investigation, have landed particularly hard on one family.

Trouble in 'prepper' paradise: Bunker residents raise financial, safety concerns at Igloo, SD site

The former U.S. Army depot in South Dakota that once housed military munitions now hosts people looking to live off the grid. But a News Watch investigation has revealed problems at the bunker complex.

Resident-driven ideas at heart of Engage South Dakota

Pilot project uses storytelling and civic engagement to identify and share solutions to challenges impacting communities across the state.

Solving South Dakota's housing problem through idea sharing

How an Aberdeen nonprofit called Homes Are Possible Inc., or HAPI, shares what it has learned to help ease the state's housing crunch. "Everybody has a problem with housing. ... We're just taking a more aggressive approach to fixing that."

Processing wild game still a challenge for South Dakota hunters

“I don’t know if it’s just the lack of processors still out there, but we're up 30% to 40% over last year in terms of animal drop-offs. ... We’re slammed right now.”
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