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Thune voices support for U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites

By F. D. Mathis | Jun 21, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) released a statement regarding recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites.

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in South Dakota increases from Q3 to Q4

By Rushmore State News | Jun 20, 2025

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in South Dakota during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $324,735, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Texas visitor attacked at Wounded Knee Memorial; suspect charged with attempted murder

By Rushmore State News | Jun 20, 2025

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced charges against 18-year-old Raymond Eagle Hawk, Jr., from Wounded Knee, South Dakota.

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Wakpala man receives nearly six-year sentence for assault and burglary

By Rushmore State News | Jun 20, 2025

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced the sentencing of Francis Lee Dubray, a 35-year-old resident of McLaughlin, South Dakota. U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann sentenced Dubray to five years and ten months in federal prison...

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Assistant U.S. attorney Diana Ryan named attorney of the year by women in law committee

By Rushmore State News | Jun 20, 2025

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced that Diana Ryan, Assistant U.S. Attorney and Chief of the Civil Division at the United States Attorney’s Office in South Dakota, received the Attorney of the Year award from the State Bar of...

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Lottery winners announced for June week

By Rushmore State News | Jun 20, 2025

In the past week, several winners emerged from various lottery games, with prizes amounting to $1,000 or more.

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Rounds introduces bill seeking permanent protection for "Product of USA" label on beef

By A. C. James | Jun 18, 2025

U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) has reintroduced the USA Beef Act, aiming to restrict the “Product of USA” label exclusively to beef products that are born, raised, and slaughtered within the United States.

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Senate Republicans move to make 2017 tax cuts permanent with new legislation

By A. C. James | Jun 18, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) spoke on the Senate floor about the release of new legislation by the Senate Finance Committee that aims to make permanent several provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

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U.S. Attorney highlights Elder Abuse Awareness Month initiatives

By Rushmore State News | Jun 18, 2025

Alison J. Ramsdell, the U.S. Attorney for the District of South Dakota, has joined forces with federal, state, tribal, and local advocates to recognize June as Elder Abuse Awareness Month.

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Pine Ridge man and Rapid City woman sentenced for drug trafficking conspiracy

By Rushmore State News | Jun 18, 2025

A Pine Ridge man and a Rapid City woman have been sentenced for their involvement in a drug trafficking conspiracy.

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Thune discusses tax relief plans and Medicaid reform on Fox News

By F. D. Mathis | Jun 18, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) appeared on Fox News with Sean Hannity to discuss legislative priorities related to tax policy, Medicaid reform, and foreign policy concerns regarding Iran.

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Thune discusses Medicaid reforms and foreign policy during Fox Radio interview

By D. R. Daley | Jun 18, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) appeared on The Brian Kilmeade Show on Fox Radio, where he discussed several legislative and policy issues facing Congress and the nation.

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Mitchell man receives lengthy sentence for meth distribution conspiracy

By Rushmore State News | Jun 18, 2025

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced the sentencing of Cory Linderman, a 43-year-old man from Mitchell, South Dakota.

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NFIB urges Congress to protect small businesses from ownership reporting requirements

By Rushmore State News | Jun 18, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched a new advertising campaign in South Dakota, featuring radio and digital ads.

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Thune defends Republican plan targeting waste in medicaid amid Democratic criticism

By A. C. James | Jun 17, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor today to defend the Republican-led reconciliation bill, focusing on its proposed changes to Medicaid.

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South Dakota reports surge in measles infections this year as of week ending June 14

By C. F. Stockton | Jun 17, 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 7.

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VA provides 402 home loans in South Dakota totaling $138.2 million in Q4 2024

By Rushmore State News | Jun 17, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 402 home loans totaling $138.2 million in South Dakota during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Thune addresses Senate after deadly shootings involving Minnesota lawmakers

By D. R. Daley | Jun 17, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate regarding the recent shootings in Minnesota that resulted in the deaths of a state lawmaker and her husband, as well as serious injuries to another lawmaker and his wife.

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Thune addresses Senate on Israeli airstrikes targeting Iranian sites

By D. R. Daley | Jun 17, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate regarding recent Israeli airstrikes in Iran, highlighting ongoing tensions and security concerns in the Middle East.

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Senate Republicans outline priorities in new budget reconciliation bill

By A. C. James | Jun 17, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the press alongside other Senate Republican leaders, outlining key aspects of a new budget reconciliation bill received from the House and recently completed by the Senate Finance...