'No Kings' protest may see at least 1,000 people in downtown Sioux Falls. What to know.

Anywhere from 1,000 to more than 3,000 people are expected to join a nationwide protest effort in Sioux Falls. What to know about the No Kings rally.
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South Dakota campaign finance: GOP gubernatorial candidates weigh in

The race for South Dakota’s GOP nomination in the 2026 gubernatorial contest is underway. However, candidates Toby Doeden, Jon Hansen and Dusty Johnson don’t need to turn in their first campaign finance report until January 2026.

Native Americans’ Day in South Dakota: ‘A foundation upon which to build friendship and trust’

Today is Native Americans’ Day in South Dakota, which is described in state law as a legal holiday “dedicated to the remembrance of the great Native American leaders who contributed so much to the history of our state.

Rounds says 18,000 families in South Dakota could be impacted by expiring ACA tax credits, wants to find solutions

Senator Mike Rounds told KOTA Territory News this week that Democrats have privately floated ideas across the aisle as the stalemate continues, but Republicans will not negotiate until the government is reopened.
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Early-bird hunters flock to South Dakota preserve

Predictions of a strong pheasant season in South Dakota are already proving to come true at one private hunting preserve in South Dakota. Even though the traditional pheasant season doesn’t begin until this weekend,

South Dakota city encouraging growth by giving away lots in exchange for promise to build a home

The effort to use municipal funds and resources to spur growth in Chamberlain is seen as the only way to create significant new housing.

How many people attended the 2025 South Dakota State Fair, and how much money did they spend?

The South Dakota State Fair brought thousands of people together this summer with a variety of attractions, from live music to livestock exhibits.
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It’s still Native Americans’ Day in South Dakota

Although President Donald Trump on Thursday proclaimed Oct. 13 as Columbus Day, it is still officially Native Americans’ Day in South Dakota. Then Gov.

South Dakota Mines Professor Develops First Emotion-Driven Navigation System for AI

Dr. Nirmalya Thakur, assistant professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at South Dakota Mines, has developed the world’s first emotion-driven navigation system for AI agents.

University of South Dakota football wearing new Lakota helmet design on Native Heritage Day

Helmets will feature the Lakota word for Coyote, “Sungmanitu,” on the sides, as well as tribal flags and a red stripe representing the Oceti Sakowin.
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