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Letter to the Editor

Open primaries, as proposed in Amendment H, are a sham and should be rejected by South Dakota voters.Amendment H would allow ‘interlopers,’ for example, with no loyalty to Republican party principles of limited government,a strong, well-funded military, protecting...

Honoring South Dakota’s local newspapers

Sen. John Thune For many South Dakotans, the local paper is more than just a source of news; it’s like a trusted neighbor, always there to keep you informed about what’s happening in our communities. Like many others, I depend on the local paper to stay connected to...

Rooster!

Gov. Kristi Noem There’s a call that you’ll hear across much of South Dakota over the next several months. It doesn’t sound like a bird, though it’s all about one. The shout of “ROOSTER!” will ring out in fields and ditches, just like it does every fall into the early...

Relief and recovery

Call to Freedom CommUnity Breakfast (Photo/Submitted) Rep. Dusty Johnson BIG UpdateFEMA does not and should not use disaster funds for illegal immigrants. There are separate funds and funding sources for both the Disaster Relief Fund and the Shelter and Services...

Governor Noem and colleagues defend “Help Not Harm” Legislation

PIERRE, S.D. – Governor Kristi Noem and nine fellow governors submitted an amici curiae brief to the United States Supreme Court for the United States v. Skrmetti case. This case regards the constitutionality of a Tennessee law that, similar to South Dakota’s “Help...

Governor Noem now accepting applications for winter/spring interns

PIERRE, S.D. – Governor Kristi Noem and her office are now accepting applications for the Winter 2024/Spring 2025 Internship Program. This internship provides students with first-hand experience within state government and the functions of the Governor’s...

Marching success!

The Marching Cardinals took first place at the Chester Marching Band Competition. (Photos/Submitted)

Marching toward greatness!

The Marching Quarriers took second in Class AA-Best Flags and Best Drum Major at the Beresford Watchdog Marching Band Festival. (Photos/Submitted)

Telling our stories

Celebrating National Newspaper Week Sara Stadem | Editor Often, individuals and businesses focus on promoting others and helping them succeed. However, they frequently struggle to productively promote themselves or share their own stories about their work.This week,...