Bird Flu Vaccines Could Arrive in South Dakota by Spring
(Pierre, SD) — The USDA is moving closer to approving bird flu vaccines for poultry and dairy cattle, including in South Dakota. State veterinarian Beth Thompson says national vaccination plans could be in place by next spring,
Brookings Police Release Cause of Death for SDSU Football Player
(Brookings, SD) — Brookings Police now say a medical emergency caused the sudden death of South Dakota State football player Nate White. The 20-year-old sophomore running back from Wisconsin was found unresponsive at his Brookings home the
Three Teen Boys Arrested After Vehicle Break-In Spree in Watertown
(Watertown, SD) — Watertown police have arrested three teenage boys in connection to a spree of vehicle break-ins and stolen car last weekend. Officers say eight vehicles were broken into, with cash, cigarettes, alcohol, and a handgun
SD PUC Approves New Power Rate for Innovative Ethanol Project
(Pierre, SD) — A new energy project in northeastern South Dakota gets the go-ahead and could change how ethanol is made. The state Public Utilities Commission approved a special electricity rate for Otter Tail Power to support
Senator Rounds Highlights South Dakota Wins in 2026 Defense Package
(Washington, DC) — South Dakota stands to gain big in the latest defense bill moving through Congress. Senator Mike Rounds says the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act includes 378 million dollars for construction at Ellsworth Air Force