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June Brings Record Rainfall For SD
(Sioux Falls, SD) — June is going to go down as a record month for rainfall in much of South Dakota. In the last week, several inches of rain have come down in many areas that’s led to flooding the state hasn’t seen in a long time. Mitchell has set a new record for rainfall this month with a week to go counting over ten inches. Sioux Falls is under three inches away from breaking its June rainfall record set in 2014. A few cities tallied a new mark for single-day rain at the end of last week after several storms.
Primary upsets could cause a hard right turn in the Legislature
It has been known for some time that there are two Republican parties in the South Dakota Legislature. Now one of them is getting bigger. The Republican primary earlier this month saw 14 legislators defeated. Add to that 21 Republican legislators who chose not to seek reelection or were term-limited in their chamber and did […] The post Primary upsets could cause a hard right turn in the Legislature appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
South Dakota Discovery Center In Collaboration To Help Scientists Learn How To Teach STEM Classes To Children
PIERRE, (KCCR) — The South Dakota Discovery Center is involved in a unique collaboration that has the Center training scientists to become better communicators of their craft. Executive Director Dr. Rhea Waldman says they are a part of the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems Research Infrastructure Improvement Program or EPSCoR E-CORE RII.
The price is wrong: SDSU researchers explore farmers' interests in carbon markets
The United States, along with 123 other countries, have pledged to reach "net-zero" carbon emissions by 2050 or 2060. A number of strategies are being deployed to reach this ambitious goal, but the one most pertinent to South Dakota residents is the utilization of one of the state's most abundant natural resources: soil.
Dylan Clarkson Assumes the Role of Chair for the SDBA Board of Directors
PIERRE, S.D.–Dylan Clarkson, Pioneer Bank & Trust, Spearfish, has assumed the role of Chair for the South Dakota Bankers Association (SDBA), the professional and trade association for South Dakota’s financial services industry. Clarkson is President and CEO of Pioneer Bank & Trust in Spearfish, SD. He has served...
Flood waters pose a threat to your health
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - It’s currently unknown everything that lies under the surface of the waters that have flooded South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota. Medical professionals and the Sioux Falls Health Department said that it’s best to stay cautious and up-to-date with your health during the cleanup process.
Three South Dakotans record top marks at Monday's NJHFR
DES MOINES, Iowa — A trio of South Dakotans made their mark at Monday’s National Junior High Finals Rodeo. Ethan’s Hunter Hohn recorded a 67 in Monday night’s performance in bareback riding. Hohn’s 67 is currently No. 2 overall in the bareback riding standings. Buffalo’s...
Washington's Nyariek Kur named Gatorade South Dakota girls track and field athlete of the year
Sioux Falls Washington’s Nyariek Kur is the 2023-24 Gatorade South Dakota girls track and field athlete of the year. Kur is the first Gatorade South Dakota girls track and field player of the year to be chosen from Washington High School. The award, which celebrates the nation’s top high school athletes for excellence on the field, in the classroom and in the community, distinguishes Kur as South Dakota’s best high school girls track & field athlete.
Legislature’s leaders agree to hire H.R. consultant
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — The South Dakota Legislature is about to contract for the first time with an outside firm for advice on human resource matters. The Legislature’s Executive Board on Monday authorized its staff director to reach an agreement with Alternative HR, a Sioux Falls firm that advises small businesses.
SD homes and roads in McCook Lake area ravaged by flooding
Homes were destroyed, roads were washed out, sinkholes opened up, a railroad bridge was swept away, and rescuers worked Sunday night into Monday morning to save people from rising floodwaters in the McCook Lake area of southeastern South Dakota. “It looks like the Grand Canyon here, and it’s just pouring in. What a disaster,” said […] The post SD homes and roads in McCook Lake area ravaged by flooding appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
South Dakota alumnus Chris Nilsen qualifies for 2024 Paris Olympics
South Dakota alumnus Chris Nilsen will represent Team USA in the men’s pole vault at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Nilsen is a four-time medalist on the world stage. He was one of three men to clear 19-3 (5.87m) in the Olympic Trials and secure his ticket to Paris. Sam Kendricks ended Nilsen’s streak...
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