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Half of the state's residents live outside of Sioux Falls and Rapid City, and South Dakota News Watch has a full-time reporter dedicated to covering those regions with stories that highlight its people.
What Smithfield's move could mean for environment, economy
The packing plant's relocation raises questions for both Sioux Falls and South Dakota residents, especially for those familiar with the company's long history and deep impact in the area.
Food solutions in rural areas focus on community building
In South Dakota's hinterland, federal grants, farm-to-school programs and community volunteers are crucial to feeding communities who need it the most.
What to know about food resources in SD
Which organizations, nonprofits and community initiatives are working to address food insecurity in South Dakota?
Grassroots effort in Redfield turning old bank into day care
How the South Dakota city of 2,200 used a Ford Mustang raffle and a "grocery grab" fundraiser to help solve a major problem.
South Dakotans' biggest needs, according to 211 calls
Calls to 211 in 2025 indicate that many South Dakotans are concerned about access to housing, food and utilities.
1st-of-its-kind SD cohousing development finds its place in Vermillion
One group in a South Dakota college town hopes to redefine housing through community-focused development.
From instinct to evidence: Building connections matters most to women in SD ag
"To see the data come back and confirm that connection and relationships rose to the top, that was powerful.”