South Dakota
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
In SD, Bison Restoration Part Of Food Sovereignty for Natives
South Dakota is home to one of the nation's largest American Indian reservations, and the area is part of a movement among tribal nations to take …
'Prairie Pothole' Region, Including SD, Gets Wetland Funding Boost
Through the federal Inflation Reduction Act, South Dakota and surrounding states will receive funds to restore wetland areas. The Interior …
Spring Season Provides Opportunity for Disaster Preparedness
From navigating floodwaters to surviving the aftermath of a severe storm, South Dakotans are being urged to make sure they're ready for whatever …
SD's Care Programs for Dementia Patients on Verge of Lifeline
A bill headed to the governor's desk aims to boost South Dakota programs that provide adult day services. Supporters say it is getting harder for …
Social Studies Standards Debate in SD Enters Home Stretch
South Dakota's education department is still accepting public comment over proposed changes to social studies standards for public schools. Ahead of …
SD Considers Adding Work Requirement to Medicaid Expansion
South Dakota is poised to launch a Medicaid expansion this summer, after voters approved the idea last fall, but there is a legislative push to add a …
Internet Task Forces Balance Tips, Tech Hurdles in Protecting Kids
South Dakota investigators say they're carrying heavy caseloads dealing with internet crimes against children. There's hope new research and pressure …
SD Lawmakers Consider Restrictions for Absentee Voting
Proposed changes to election policy are on the table in South Dakota, and they're drawing sharp opposition from local officials. At issue is whether …
College Certificates Appear to be Attractive Career Path in SD
South Dakota is making gains in college students earning a certificate or similar credentials for specific careers. Those numbers are detailed in a …
SD Plan to Ban Gender-Affirming Care Stokes Privacy Debate
South Dakota is once again locked in a debate over a bill concerning transgender youth. It seeks to ban gender-affirming care, with supporters …
Report: Heart-Related Deaths Increased During Pandemic's Onset
The U.S. saw a surge in cardiovascular-related deaths during the first year of the pandemic, and voices from South Dakota's health community hope it …
SD Among Top States for Volunteer Work
New data about volunteering in the U.S. is good news for South Dakota. Every other year, the independent government agency AmeriCorps works with the …