SIOUX FALLS, SD – With vacation season in full swing, AAA South Dakota is reminding motorists that summer travel is where the rubber meets the road when it comes to tire maintenance.“Your safety is riding on your tires. They are the only components of your car that...
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Johnson’s office now accepting Fall 2024 Internship applications
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) is seeking internship applications for the fall in his Washington, D.C., Rapid City, Aberdeen, and Sioux Falls offices.Duties will include researching legislation, writing memos, attending committee...
SDHSAA Board considers policy change for football schedules
Dana Hess | For the S.D. NewsMedia Association PIERRE — For South Dakota high schools, one of the most anticipated times of the year is the March release of the fall football schedules. Football coaches like to know who their opponents will be. School administrators...
OUR Storehouse Community Food Pantry
Pastor’s Corner Pastor Jeff Sorenson | Lutheran Church of Dell Rapids As the current chair of DRAMA, the Dell Rapids Area Ministerial Association – I would like this week to offer an explanation, and our support and encouragement for a change in our Food Pantry’s...
Biden’s latest student loan giveaway
Sen. John Thune One year ago, the U.S. Supreme Court rightly ruled that President Biden did not have the authority to unilaterally forgive federal student loan debt. But that hasn’t stopped the president from contriving new student loan giveaways that amount to de...
Keeping South Dakota Ag on offense
Gov. Kristi Noem Farmers are some of the biggest gamblers I know. They go to a bank, borrow money to buy land – borrow more money to buy equipment. Then they go back and get an operating note so they can buy seed, fertilizer, and chemical. And then they bury it all in...
Planning a trip to D.C.
Rep. Dusty Johnshon It’s almost the 4th of July, which is one of the best times to visit our nation’s capital. Washington, D.C. has endless activities. From checking out any of the more than 80 museums, attending a major league sports game, or visiting some of the...
Weekly Round(s) Up
By: Sen. Mike Rounds We had a short week out in Washington due to the Juneteenth holiday, but we still packed it full of meetings and votes. I was happy to see so many South Dakota students from all across the state with the South Dakota Rural Electric Association. I...
Despite the rain, the fun must go on
The 5K run is sponsored by Rapid Fitness and Connections. (Photo/Frances Larson Photography) Rapids Fitness sponsors the Co-ed Sand Volleyball Tournament during Quarry Days with “The Wannabes” taking home the team win. (Photo/Rapid Fitness) Rapid Fitness sponsors the...
Safety tips for handling fireworks; local city ordinances
Owen Reitzel | Editor The Fourth of July is almost here, which also brings the use of fireworks. The National Safety Council (NSC) advises everyone to enjoy fireworks at public displays conducted by professionals, and not to use any fireworks at home. They may be...