SD: Consumer
Measure to end sales tax on groceries could go to SD voters
South Dakotans face high prices at the grocery store and some are working to ease the burden. A new report from the Federal Trade Commission finds …
SD hopes new platform 'connects the dots' for community wellness
South Dakota has a higher-than-national-average rate for certain health indicators, such as high blood pressure in adults. State officials hope an …
New data illustrates decline of thriving farm communities
The nation has seen its total number of farmers and farmland decrease over the past five years and advocates for smaller producers in South Dakota sai…
SD tax filers to benefit from free IRS project
In the coming weeks, South Dakotans will be given a chance to file their taxes online directly with the Internal Revenue Service at no cost. Plans …
New data show disconnect in understanding heart disease risks
As American Heart Month gets underway this Thursday, experts are trying to create more awareness in South Dakota and elsewhere. But they're …
Analysis: Workers feel 'wage power,' but more support is needed
Workforce shortages are among the issues lawmakers might address in the new South Dakota legislative session. A new analysis of wage growth progress …
It takes a village, or a community, to respond to heart scares
Today is National Rural Health Day - and in South Dakota, some smaller communities are trying to become more "cardiac ready." Across rural America…
SD Among States Working with Feds on Food Price Crackdown
South Dakota is part of a bipartisan effort among law enforcement leaders around the U.S. to crack down on anti-trust activity within the nation's …
Scammers Go 'Old School' With IRS Mailing
The next time a scammer tries to target you, it might not be through a text message with a harmful link. The Internal Revenue Service says bad …
Dining Out with Fido? Experts Have Tips to Keep Pets and Patrons Safe
May is National Pet Month, and South Dakota residents considering adoption are urged to do careful planning - while also making sure dogs can handle …
Report: SD Sees Big Jump in Economic Value of Unpaid Care
A new report says the efforts of unpaid family caregivers in South Dakota have an economic value of $1.4 billion. The latest estimate from AARP is …
Dollar Stores: A Heavy Decision for Rural South Dakota
Dollar-store chains are rapidly growing across the country, and a new report claims their expansion comes at a cost for underserved areas. Research …