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'Union-busting' accusations follow South Dakota sheriff's firing of deputies heading labor talks
2+ hour, 12+ min ago (114+ words) The Dakota Scout 'Union-busting' accusations follow South Dakota sheriff's firing of deputies heading labor talks Government employees labor group alleges political retribution in federal complaint against Union County Sheriff Jim Prouty A top southeast South Dakota lawman is accused of…...
REVIEW | Weird Al Yankovic's Bigger & Weirder Tour lives up to its name in Sioux Falls
11+ hour, 46+ min ago (1141+ words) Of course, before the accordion took center stage and the parody madness began, there was still another performance waiting in the wings. Every great concert has to start somewhere, and before Weird Al brought his wonderfully weird world to South…...
Clock starts on Sioux Falls mayoral recount
14+ hour, 3+ min ago (146+ words) The Dakota Scout Clock starts on Sioux Falls mayoral recount Jamie Smith's formal request triggers deadlines for review of Christine Erickson's two-vote runoff victory The clock is now ticking on Sioux Falls election officials to organize a recount of the…...
VIEWPOINT | New mayor brings opportunity, challenge for sustainable future in Sioux Falls
16+ hour, 47+ min ago (165+ words) The Dakota Scout VIEWPOINT | New mayor brings opportunity, challenge for sustainable future in Sioux Falls Guest column by Michael Heisler and Jeff Smith Our new Sioux Falls mayor and the newly configured City Council now face two challenges. First, they…...
Connie Earley, 82
17+ hour, 38+ min ago (461+ words) The Dakota Scout July 10, 1943 " June 26, 2026 Connie Earley, 82, of Dell Rapids, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the Avera Dells Area Hospital. Her funeral service will begin at 10: 30 a. m. on Thursday, July 9, 2026, in the Dell Rapids Lutheran Church. Interment will be in…...
Lincoln County Commission waiting on budget decisions until vacancy filled
18+ hour, 24+ min ago (109+ words) The Dakota Scout Lincoln County Commission waiting on budget decisions until vacancy filled Commission must decide on property tax opt-out or potential levy for roads and bridges Lincoln County commissioners postponed their first major 2027 budget discussion Tuesday night so the…...
Watertown's Bramble Park Zoo revamps master plan in climb to regain accreditation
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (134+ words) The Dakota Scout The Watertown Parks and Recreation Board reviewed Bramble Park Zoo's recently published master plan, which prioritizes the zoo's reaccreditation while also retaining positive visitor experiences that a small-town zoo can provide. Parks and Rec Director Dusty Rodiek…...
From Hecla to Sioux Falls, South Dakota communities tap into $55 M for water, sewer utility upgrades
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (409+ words) A South Dakota town of fewer than 200 residents and the state's largest population center are getting some help with keeping toilets flushing in their communities. The nearly $55 million in low-interest loans and grants that the South Dakota Department of Agriculture…...
Government settles medical malpractice lawsuit brought by veteran's family
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (130+ words) The Dakota Scout The federal government has agreed to pay $150, 000 to settle a lawsuit filed by the family of a man who received shoddy care from the Veterans Administration. Rhonda Soukup filed the lawsuit on behalf of herself and her…...
Traffic slowing down ahead of yearslong viaduct makeover in downtown Sioux Falls
2+ day, 15+ hour ago (164+ words) The Dakota Scout Traffic slowing down ahead of yearslong viaduct makeover in downtown Sioux Falls Research into driver behavior will inform new road network design as part of South Dakota DOT, city of Sioux Falls project that'll bring years of…...