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SoDak National Junior Rodeo set for October debut at Dakota Events CompleX

By Rushmore State News | Jul 6, 2025

The South Dakota State Fair Foundation has announced the first SoDak National Junior Rodeo, scheduled for October 10-12, 2025, at the Dakota Events CompleX (DEX) on the South Dakota State Fairgrounds in Huron.

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Number of VA loans issued in South Dakota increased by 65.1% from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025

By Rushmore State News | Jul 5, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 449 home loans in South Dakota, totaling $158.2 million, during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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South Dakota steps up clean energy support with 1 new policy or incentive in 2024

By M. M. Stapleton | Jul 4, 2025

South Dakota added at least one new clean energy policy or incentive in 2024, according to data from DSIRE.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Dakota in Q1 2025 vs. Q4 2024

By Rushmore State News | Jul 2, 2025

The VA issued 128 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Dakota during the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to 63 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Lower Brule man receives two-year sentence for assaulting federal officer

By Rushmore State News | Jul 2, 2025

A man from Lower Brule, South Dakota, has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for assaulting a federal officer.

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Sioux Falls man convicted of firearm possession by prohibited person

By Rushmore State News | Jul 2, 2025

A federal jury in Sioux Falls has found Boru Guye Wako, Jr., 39, guilty of two firearm-related charges.

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Thune’s office seeks college interns for fall placements in Washington D.C. and South Dakota

By D. R. Daley | Jul 2, 2025

U.S. Senator John Thune is accepting applications for fall internships in his Washington, D.C., office and his state offices located in Aberdeen, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls.

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McLaughlin man sentenced for failure to register as sex offender

By Rushmore State News | Jul 2, 2025

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that a McLaughlin, South Dakota man has been sentenced for failing to register as a sex offender.

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Lower Brule man sentenced for assaulting federal officers

By Rushmore State News | Jul 2, 2025

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that Eddie Bromwich, a resident of Lower Brule, South Dakota, has been sentenced to six months in federal prison for assaulting, resisting, and impeding a federal officer.

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South Dakota reports surge in measles infections this year as of week ending June 28

By C. F. Stockton | Jul 1, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in South Dakota for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending June 21.

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Senate passes GOP-led bill extending tax relief and addressing national security

By A. C. James | Jul 1, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate following the passage of a major Republican-backed bill that aims to extend tax relief for Americans, bolster national security, and promote economic growth.

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Rounds highlights benefits of reconciliation bill passage for South Dakota

By D. R. Daley | Jul 1, 2025

U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) issued a statement following the Senate's narrow passage of the reconciliation bill, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

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Thune hails Senate passage of reconciliation bill with focus on taxes, agriculture, defense

By D. R. Daley | Jul 1, 2025

U.S. Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) has praised the Senate’s approval of a reconciliation bill backed by Republicans, which he says will deliver lasting tax relief to families and small businesses in South Dakota.

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South Dakota seizes hundreds of illegal firearms under federal program

By Rushmore State News | Jun 30, 2025

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has reported the seizure of 230 firearms illegally possessed in South Dakota during 2024.

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Thune urges Senate support for extending key provisions from Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

By A. C. James | Jun 30, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate ahead of a vote on legislation that aims to extend tax relief provisions from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which he described as one of the most successful economic policy measures...

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Lottery winners claim prizes across South Dakota

By Rushmore State News | Jun 30, 2025

Check out last week’s winners.

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Average VA home loan amount in South Dakota increases in Q1

By Rushmore State News | Jun 29, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in South Dakota during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025 was $352,228, a 2.4% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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South Dakota seeks water quality data for upcoming report on lakes and streams

By Rushmore State News | Jun 29, 2025

The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) is seeking water quality data to complete its biennial assessment of the state's lakes and streams.

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South Dakota approves nearly $15.9 million in loans for statewide water projects

By Rushmore State News | Jun 29, 2025

The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) has announced the approval of nearly $15.9 million in state loans for drinking water and wastewater improvements across the state.

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Thune outlines sweeping legislative package focusing on defense spending, border security, tax relief

By A. C. James | Jun 28, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate, outlining a legislative package that he described as a significant opportunity to address multiple national priorities in one bill.