Thune, Baldwin, Johnson Reintroduce Legislation to Protect U.S. Dairy Producers
April 1, 2025
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) and U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) today led a bipartisan,
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) and U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) today led a bipartisan,
From the Black Hills to the Big Sioux, the Dakota Town Hall Podcast. Hosted by Murdoc in the West and
PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — The South Dakota Legislature failed today (Monday) to override Governor Larry Rhoden’s veto of House Bill
PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) – In politics, it was once considered a virtue to compromise and reach across the aisle. But
PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — The South Dakota Legislature will convene its veto session at 1 p.m. Monday, March 31. The
Supporters and critics of the plan to eliminate the department weigh in on how it could affect the state, whose share of federal funds for education was second-highest nationally in 2021-22.
More Americans die each year from a drug overdose than Americans who died in the entirety of the Vietnam War.
RAPID CITY, SD—The City Finance Office held a drawing Thursday to determine the order of names as they will appear
Friday Afternoon, Governor Rhoden and Lt. Governor Venhuizen visited The Rapid City Post and were featured on our weekly political
From the Black Hills to the Big Sioux, the Dakota Town Hall Podcast. Hosted by Murdoc in the West and
Gov. and Lt. Gov, to be guests on Dakota Town Hall Podcast Recording.
RAPID CITY, SD—The field of candidates for the June 3 Rapid City municipal election is set. Candidates had until 5
WASHINGTON (SDBA) — South Dakota Republican Senator Mike Rounds criticized officials for leaking information on Signal during a military operation
WASHINGTON — Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., criticized the Biden administration’s broadband deployment efforts, stating the $42.5 billion BEAD program has
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today led his colleagues in sending a letter to Howard Lutnick, secretary of the
Legislation would help reduce the financial burden associated with various fitness-related purchases and activities WASHINGTON — U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.)
WASHINGTON — March 26, 2025 — Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., said on the Senate floor that agriculture is the “lifeblood”
PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced plans to eliminate the Federal Emergency Management Agency during a
From the office of Senator John Thune WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following
How a ceremony meant to honor veterans exposed tensions within the South Dakota military community.
EDITORIAL – Mike Bockorny, CEO of Economic Development Professionals Association Childcare is not just a family issue; it is a
RAPID CITY, SD– The Rapid City Council on Monday approved a motion which would allow otherwise unallocated funds to be
State party leaders hope for a pendulum swing in the 2026 midterms, but patience might be needed for significant gains.
“What happened here? What changed in South Dakota politics when a Hand County farmer ends up as chair of the GOP?”
The daylong program includes details about a plan to teach all public university students about civics.
A fact brief on the nest predator bounty program, whose goal is to protect pheasant and duck nests by paying residents for killing predators such as raccoons and red foxes.
RAPID CITY, SD – In addition to the normal meeting affairs and amid national concerns over so-called “DEI” programs, the
A list of the effects of federal job cuts, program reductions and hiring freezes in the state.
“There’s nothing approaching fraud or waste in this, and very dollar will be used to do something good for the Black Hills.”
A short fact brief that refutes or confirms a claim with supporting information and additional evidence and context.
Tom Eiesland, who lives next door and worked the farm for more than 40 years, said the project will ‘absolutely destroy the community.’ The final story in a 3-part series.
“A prison, like a jail, is a necessary government function, and it must be located somewhere,” a state circuit judge ruled. Part 2 of a 3-part series.
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.
South Dakota U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson has a front-row seat in Congress to all the changes accompanying the new White
Impact also includes misinformation, fears and rumors about ICE raids. “People are terrified.”
Rapid City, SD – The city council on Monday tabled a motion of appeal by the First Presbyterian Church on
Tech billionaire Elon Musk accused refugee resettlement programs of receiving federal funds illegally, even though Congress approved the spending.
Since 1898, state voters have had the power to propose a law or amendment at elections. Some Republican legislators want to make the process harder.
The state’s strict abortion ban makes South Dakota far less attractive to prospective OB-GYNs and other doctors who can deliver babies.
Critics say it will increase use among children and cost the state nearly $5 million in health care costs.
RAPID CITY, SD – On Tuesday night the Board of Education motioned to postpone the adoption of a proposed 2025-26
RAPID CITY, SD – It was a brisk evening, with the coldest days of winter behind us the city council
Report: 39% of South Dakota child care centers can’t find enough workers. “The current model we have to child care is not sustainable.”
Proposed legislation aimed at protecting South Dakota farmers from potential “agro-terrorism” activities could have a secondary effect of limiting access
Jon Hansen’s first speech as Speaker of the House (Photos by Austin Goss)
Joins legal brief defending Louisiana law on defending display in public schools Austin Goss/SDBAAttorney General Marty Jackley is considering supporting
PIERRE, S.D. (Todd Epp, SDBA, Brad Jurgensen) — The South Dakota Legislature convenes for the 100th time at noon Tuesday
What to watch for as the state’s 105 lawmakers convene in Pierre on Tuesday for the 100th session.
Noem, Thune prepare for new roles in Washington as South Dakota awaits a new governor and early 2026 election intrigue.
Flat revenue and rising Medicaid costs will likely mean smaller funding increases for education, health care providers and state employees in the next fiscal year.
“I suspect there will be many days when she wishes she were back in South Dakota,” said Jeh Johnson, who served as Homeland Security secretary under Barack Obama.
How the 2024 election impacts business and family moves. “This is about the stupidest year I’ve seen.”
The 63-year-old Murdo native won the job in a secret ballot among GOP senators Wednesday in Washington.
The transition could be the first time a South Dakota governor hands over the reins of power during a legislative session.
Voter opinions on Noem, Thune, Johnson, Rounds and Jackley and their possible next steps.
Donald Trump ‘too extreme’ to one voter, but he’s seen as the answer to inflation for others.
Tuesday’s election was full of good news for the GOP, soul-searching for everyone else and questions about slow tally. “It’s not acceptable that Minnehaha County takes longer to count votes than the entire state of Florida.”
A roundup of statewide candidate races and ballot measures that will be updated as votes are counted.
Everything South Dakota voters need to know about statewide contests in the Nov. 5 general election: How to register and vote, what’s at stake, and a way to ask questions and express what issues are important to them.
Despite recent controversies with voter rolls, News Watch poll shows South Dakotans have confidence in accuracy of local elections.
The Public Utilities Commission race is also lopsided in favor of the GOP candidate, according to a statewide survey co-sponsored by News Watch.
Scientific survey of 500 registered voters also shows opposition to issue on gender in state government references but increase in support for legalized marijuana.
Clarity will begin to emerge Nov. 5, when voters select representatives from the state’s 35 districts.
Republican Public Utilities Commission chair takes break from re-election effort but still aims for another term in Pierre.
BURKE, S.D. – On a September afternoon in this South Dakota ranch town not far from the Nebraska border, Sheryl
An Iowa company seeking regulatory approval to run a carbon dioxide pipeline through South Dakota and four other states said
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