Government Shutdown’s Impact on South Dakota: Workers, Healthcare, and Agriculture

by jmason | Oct 1, 2025 | Politics

In a significant political stalemate, congressional leaders failed to reach an agreement on critical funding legislation by the October 1 deadline, triggering a partial government shutdown. As federal services brace for impact, hundreds of thousands of workers face...

The Impact of Government Shutdown on South Dakota’s Farmers and Rural Health

by jmason | Oct 1, 2025 | Politics

The Impact of Government Shutdown on South Dakota’s Farmers and Rural HealthThe ongoing government shutdown has cast a shadow of uncertainty over the residents of South Dakota, particularly those in the agricultural sector. Concerns regarding food benefits, pay,...

John Thune Discusses Health Oversight and Concerns in Rapid City: A South Dakota Perspective

by jmason | Sep 27, 2025 | Politics

RAPID CITY (South Dakota Newsroom) — U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, a prominent Republican figure from South Dakota, engaged with attendees at the Black Hills Forum and Press Club in Rapid City on September 26, 2025. Known for his respectful approach to...

South Dakota Awaits Impact of One Big Beautiful Bill as Sen. Ernst Faces Backlash

by jmason | Jun 1, 2025 | Politics

U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst, a Republican from Iowa, is once more embroiled in controversy following her recent town hall meeting in Butler County, Iowa. The event took a heated turn as constituents voiced their concerns over her support for President Trump’s contentious One...

Unexpected Designation of Pipestone County as ‘Sanctuary’ Raises Eyebrows at South Dakota Border

by jmason | May 31, 2025 | Politics

WASHINGTON — The recent inclusion of Pipestone County on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s watchlist for ‘sanctuary’ cities and counties has puzzled local officials, especially given the county’s proximity to South Dakota. This rural...

by jmason | May 29, 2025 | Politics