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Government

Tax relief, public safety, national security push drive Rhoden’s 2026 vision

By Joe Sneve of The Dakota Scout     01/13/2026

Gov. Larry Rhoden brought his “Strong, safe and free” mantra to his first State of the State address Tuesday, outlining…

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Agriculture

Immigration crackdown decimates area dairy

By Makenzie Huber of South Dakota Searchlight     10/14/2025

By Makenzie HuberSouth Dakota Searchlight LAKE NORDEN — The names on the list included some of Dorothy Elliott’s best employees:…

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News

Noem’s U.S. Senate confirmation sparks change in S.D. leadership

By Austin Goss of The Dakota Scout     01/26/2025

Kristi Noem’s departure from the Governor’s Office to lead the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) under President Donald Trump, and…

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Column

Brad Johnson column: Noem’s proposed cuts threaten public safety

By Watertown Current Staff     01/08/2025

It seems absurd that Gov. Kristi Noem would harm the U.S. Department of Homeland Security just before she is expected…

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