by jmason | Apr 7, 2026 | Politics
As the sun sets over the expansive plains of South Dakota, the political landscape is heating up with the gubernatorial race taking center stage. Republican gubernatorial candidate and current Speaker of the House, Jon Hansen, has officially launched his campaign,...
by jmason | Apr 4, 2026 | Politics
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by jmason | Apr 1, 2026 | Politics
PIERRE, S.D. – In a historic move to redefine financial relief for South Dakotans, Governor Larry Rhoden has urged the state’s counties to diligently implement SB 96, a significant step aimed at reducing property taxes. This initiative, along with SB 245,...
by jmason | Mar 31, 2026 | Politics
The 2026 legislative session in South Dakota concluded this week, leaving a notable mark on the state’s policy landscape. On Monday, the South Dakota legislature debated two contentious bills that had been vetoed by Governor Larry Rhoden alongside a critical...
by jmason | Mar 31, 2026 | Politics
South Dakota House Sustains Governor’s Vetoes and Approves Crucial Dam FundingRAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) – As the South Dakota legislature concluded its 101st session, two pressing issues remained unresolved due to vetoes sustained by the House. On the other hand,...
by jmason | Mar 30, 2026 | Politics
RAPID CITY, S.D. — In a pivotal legislative move, the Joint Committee on Appropriations of South Dakota advanced four critical letters of intent on Veto Day, culminating the legislative session of 2026. These letters highlight a range of essential concerns for the...
