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“It’s about taking care of people” Rhoden proposes 1 percent funding increase for healthcare, education and state employees
1+ hour, 33+ min ago (358+ words) It's about taking care of people" Rhoden proposes 1 percent funding increase to healthcare, education and state employees'KOTA Territory News RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) -Governor Rhoden is shifting his plan and proposing an increase on spending on what South Dakota calls the…...
Political Pulse: Rick Santorum on Trump, federal government power and the upcoming midterms
13+ hour, 31+ min ago (224+ words) Political Pulse: Rick Santorum on Trump, federal government power and the upcoming midterms'KOTA Territory News RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Former Senator Rick Santorum joins Political Pulse from the South Dakota Capitol. Santorum is advocating for SJR 503 which would group South Dakota…...
South Dakota House bill to adjust mining regulations deferred
15+ hour, 49+ min ago (55+ words) South Dakota House bill to adjust mining regulations deferred'KOTA Territory News South Dakota House bill to adjust mining regulations deferred South Dakota Mines student wellness fair features outdoor-themed fun Political Pulse: Rick Santorum on Trump, federal government power and the…...
âPay Less at the Pump Actâ aims to repeal Superfund Tax, lower energy costs
21+ hour, 20+ min ago (151+ words) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Sen. John Barrasso, R'Wyo., and Rep. Mike Carey, R'Ohio'15, have introduced a bicameral bill aimed at lowering energy costs by repealing the federal "Superfund Tax" on crude oil and imported petroleum products. Carey echoed those concerns, arguing…...
Two bills in South Dakota Legislature seek to keep kids safer online
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (203+ words) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The South Dakota Legislature is considering two bills that aim to make the internet safer for children. "What we're trying to do is protect kids. The internet provides a wealth of information and it's good for education,…...
Effort underway to prevent South Dakota’s sales tax rate from returning to 4.5%
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (211+ words) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) -A bill moving through the South Dakota legislature would keep South Dakota's sales tax at 4.2 percent permanently. The bill made it out of the senate appropriations committee on a 6 to 3 vote. It faced opposition from the South…...
South Dakotans’ biggest needs, according to 211 calls
5+ day, 48+ min ago (1050+ words) (SOUTH DAKOTA NEWS WATCH) - Some of South Dakotans" greatest needs for resources in 2025 surrounded housing, food and utilities, according to the Helpline Center"s 211 data from around the state. The 211 line connects callers with community services statewide. While it"s…...
Young competitors showcase goats at Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo
6+ day, 12+ hour ago (123+ words) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) -Dozens of goats and their young handlers competed at the Monument during the 2026 Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo this week. The competitors have prepared their animals for weeks, learning proper nutrition, care, showmanship, and technique for…...
Chester Arthur: The 21st President of the United States
6+ day, 12+ hour ago (341+ words) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Leading up to America's 250th birthday in July, we are revealing things you might not know about our president. Today, we feature the man whose statue stands at the corner of 5th & Main Street in the "City of Presidents....
South Dakota leaders raise concerns over pause of dialysis service at Hot Springs VA Medical Center
6+ day, 13+ hour ago (327+ words) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) -Several politicians are raising concerns over the pausing of Dialysis Services at the Hot Springs VA Medical Center. Dialysis service at the Hot Springs VA Medical Center has been out of operation since October. The issue now…...