Jeep ducking: What began as a single rubber duck left on a Wrangler in 2020 by Allison Parliament has grown into South Dakota’s favorite on-the-road kindness ritual, uniting drivers under #DuckDuckJeep — find out how it took off.
Northeast Sioux Falls prison site: Gov. Rhoden’s task force has recommended building a 1,500-bed, sub-$650 million men’s prison on one of two northeast Sioux Falls parcels facing little public opposition, but the plan still needs two-thirds legislative approval — find out what’s next.
South Dakota’s top athlete schools: A recent survey and U.S. Department of Education data rank the 25 best high schools for athletes based on state championships, participation rates and student and parent reviews — find out which schools made the list.
Measles cases surge to 33-year high: US infections have topped 1,289 across 39 states—the most since 1992—with 12 cases in South Dakota and growing alarm over vaccine skepticism under HHS Secretary RFK Jr. Pediatricians are suing over his May directive — find out.
Half-century of hunger relief: Feeding South Dakota celebrates 50 years of fighting food insecurity and is gearing up for the next half-century with education, rural outreach and volunteers to shrink food lines — find out how they’re shaping the future.
Founding Gifts exhibit celebrates origins: The South Dakota Art Museum’s summer show, running through Sept. 21, spotlights early donations from artist Harvey Dunn, the General Federation of Women’s Clubs and Congressman Benjamin Reifel — find out.
Tornado proposal goes viral: Storm-chaser Bryce Shelton surprised partner Paige Berdomas with a front-line marriage proposal before a massive South Dakota tornado, sparking hilarious online reactions — find out why social media went wild.
Summer holiday decor drive: Local volunteers are handing out Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day decorations to flood-affected families through today at the McCook Lake Izaak Walton League — find out where to pick up your free decor.
Ag advocate appointed to Senate: Gov. Larry Rhoden tapped fourth-generation farmer Brandon Wipf to fill District 22’s vacant seat, effective immediately, citing his property tax expertise and leadership with the CFTC advisory council and American Soybean Association — find out what this means for South Dakota agriculture.
Midwest wins opioid funds: Iowa is set to receive up to $5.4 million, South Dakota over $1.5 million and Nebraska more than $3 million from a $720 million national settlement to support addiction treatment and recovery — learn what this means for your state.
Other South Dakota headlines this week
- June camping rebounded at SD state parks
- South Dakota wants feedback on child support
- Elevate Rapid City lands $500k loan
- South Dakota’s 11 most valuable crops revealed
- Crabtree will seek South Dakota House seat
- Michael Gonda wins 2025–26 Fulbright Scholar Award
- NY Times featured South Dakota Symphony twice
- South Dakota science festival kicks off Saturday
