Dakota Town Hall: 05/16/25
May 19, 2025
From the Black Hills to the Big Sioux, the Dakota Town Hall Podcast. Hosted by Murdoc in the West and Jake in the
From the Black Hills to the Big Sioux, the Dakota Town Hall Podcast. Hosted by Murdoc in the West and Jake in the
With President Trump back in the White House, there’s been a lot of talk about making sure that more products
Brad ‘Murdoc’ Jurgensen, The Rapid City Post and Dakota Town Hall On Wednesday, May 14, RaPo sat down for a
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below
Every day, men and women in communities across America put on their uniform and badge and go to work protecting
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today joined Brian Kilmeade, Ainsley Earhardt, and Lawrence Jones on Fox News’
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today joined Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin on CNBC’s
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor. Thune’s remarks below
RAPID CITY, SD—City officials remind the public the deadline to register to vote in next month’s municipal election is Monday,
Norwegian American Historical Association lost $300,000 history grant but will try to forge ahead with project.
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) yesterday joined Larry Kudlow on Fox Business. On tax permanency: “[W]e want
News Watch and USD’s Chiesman Center for Democracy polled South Dakotans on the gubernatorial election, Kristi Noem, Donald Trump and more. Read all the results.
“We want to give small businesses certainty by making these pro-growth tax policies permanent.” WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John
Survey also found mixed results on the performance of state legislators during the 2025 session.
A survey of 500 Republican voters in South Dakota showed that nearly three-quarters approve of Trump’s presidential leadership so far in 2025.
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) joined Sean Hannity on Fox News.
The Trump administration wants to change how the Endangered Species Act protects wildlife in South Dakota and across the country.
PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — Sen. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., is leading a bipartisan effort to strengthen disclosure requirements related to unidentified
South Dakota’s business leaders say the state’s economy depends on immigrants. Many warn that tougher immigration enforcement could worsen the
South Dakota farmers face new uncertainty as changes to federal wetlands rules threaten the status—and value—of thousands of acres of
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Tina Smith (D-Minn.) today reintroduced the Strengthening Local Processing Act, legislation that would provide support
From the Black Hills to the Big Sioux, the Dakota Town Hall Podcast. Hosted by Murdoc in the West and
Gov. Larry Rhoden and U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune received higher marks for their job performance than the former governor.
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered the following remarks on the Senate floor: Thune’s remarks below
Survey of 500 Republicans shows Jackley in third place as contenders begin to emerge for 2026 primary showdown.
As the new Senate Majority Leader, John Thune will continue to drive South Dakota’s legacy of strong leadership on Capitol
In the fourth episode of It’s More Than a House, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson joined Black Hills Habitat Executive Director Scott
From the Black Hills to the Big Sioux, the Dakota Town Hall Podcast. Hosted by Murdoc in the West and
Rounds Co-sponsors Bill Renewing Cyber Security Sens. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., and Gary Peters, D-Mich. introduced a bill Wednesday to extend
Jon Hansen, Rep. Karla Lems to make campaign announcement next week Story by Joe Sneve and Jonathan Ellis. Reposted with
The Aberdeen businessman boosted Republican populist candidates in last year’s legislative primaries and is exploring his own statewide run in 2026.
BOX ELDER, SD — Senator John Thune arrived at Amazon Delivery Facility WSD2 today to participate in a ribbon cutting
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) will be in Box Elder tomorrow at 10am to cut the ribbon for the
From the Black Hills to the Big Sioux, the Dakota Town Hall Podcast. Hosted by Murdoc in the West and
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) today introduced the Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification
Planned cuts to federal agencies could disproportionately impact Black workers in South Dakota and neighboring Plains states, according to data
From the office on Senator John Thune, “We did get the president’s Cabinet in place, the fastest rate in 20
From the Black Hills to the Big Sioux, the Dakota Town Hall Podcast. Hosted by Murdoc in the West and
From the office of Senator John Thune. “[T]he American people called for a new direction this past November, and the
USDA spokesperson says cutting roughly $1 billion in federal funding for locally grown food for schools and charities signals “a return to long-term, fiscally responsible initiatives.”
More than three years ago, Congress created the $42.5 billion BEAD program to bring broadband service to unserved parts of
Which faction are you: New Internet Populist or Traditional GOP? I noticed a new effort on Facebook that took off the other day
The Pennington County Planning & Zoning Department has proposed a temporary moratorium on the development of data centers within the
Rollback of climate regulations in Trump administration highlights policy differences between South Dakota and Minnesota.
Rapid City, SD — 50501 South Dakota, a state chapter of the 50501 Movement—a national coalition demanding justice, transparency, and
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.
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