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Proposed state budget cut could affect the future of broadcasts for high school events

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1 year ago

January 23, 2025

Proposed state budget cut could affect the future of broadcasts for high school events

Dana Hess
| For the S.D. Newsmedia Association

PIERRE — A possible budget cut for South Dakota Public Broadcasting is causing concern for the South Dakota High School Activities Association.

At its meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 22, the SDHSAA board of directors heard a legislative update about Gov. Kristi Noem’s request to cut SDPB’s budget by $3.6 million.

“They have indicated, that if that were to go through, they wouldn’t be able to televise our events,” SDHSAA Executive Director Dan Swartos told the board. “That’s our biggest concern legislatively.”

SDPB broadcasts all of the sports and fine arts events sponsored by the association. Many of them are broadcast live on television and the internet. SDPB is widely available in cable television packages or over the air with an antenna.

“We’re not going to find anyone else to do that,” Swartos said. “While the association may be able to find someone to broadcast the state football championships, it could raise Title IX issues if an equal number of girls’ sports aren’t broadcast as well.”

Swartos told the board he was going to that afternoon’s meeting of the Legislature’s appropriations committee where the SDPB budget was going to be a topic. Given the format of the committee hearing, Swartos said, he didn’t know if he would be allowed to testify.

The board of directors issued a statement in support of SDPB, noting the programming it produces and its value to education, open government and public safety.

“The programs and services provided by SDPB unite us as South Dakotans through our shared values,” the statement said. “The board of directors of the SDHSAA encourages legislators to fully restore SDPB’s budget for the 2026 state fiscal year and invites our members to contact their legislators to show their support for SDPB.”

Another piece of legislation of some concern to the association is House Bill 1017 which would require the acceptance of cash for admission at all high school events. The bill is a response to the announcement from school districts in Sioux Falls, Harrisburg, Tea and Brandon that they will not accept cash at their athletic and fine arts events.

Swartos said the association accepts cash at its state championships and fine arts events, but the legislation is of interest because it has considered going cashless.

Swartos explained that it’s difficult to get $10,000 in small bills from a bank and that banks aren’t always welcoming when he shows up with $180,000 in small bills after an event. Driving around with that much money in a bag “has you feeling like you’re in a cartel or something,” Swartos said.

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Where to watch SDSU at South Dakota men’s basketball today, time, TV

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12 hours ago

February 28, 2026

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Where to watch SDSU at South Dakota men’s basketball today, time, TV

The South Dakota State men’s basketball team has a chance to get some payback against South Dakota today in both teams’ final game before the Summit League Tournament begins.

The Jackrabbits (14-16, 7-8 Summit League) have won three of four and just beat Kansas City 73-59 on Thursday, Feb. 26. The Coyotes (15-15, 7-8) are headed in the opposite direction, having stopped a three-game skid with an 89-72 win over Omaha on Wednesday, Feb. 25.

Here’s how to watch the two rivals battle again.

South Dakota State at South Dakota men’s basketball TV, radio, stream

Radio: Jackrabbit Sports Network, Coyote Sports Network

Stream: Summit League Network

South Dakota State at South Dakota time today

Location: Sanford Coyote Sports Center in Vermillion

South Dakota State at South Dakota prediction

Paul Cifonelli, Argus Leader: Like the first time these two teams met, this is a matchup between two squads headed in different directions. Somehow, they’ve managed to flip roles in just three weeks.

South Dakota looks like it is running out of steam quickly after impressing and threatening the third spot in the Summit League in early February. South Dakota State has rebounded from losing five of six nicely, giving themselves a chance at hitting .500 on the season.

I expect the Jackrabbits to continue playing inspired and hard, and for them to overwhelm a Coyote side that has shown more fight than anyone could’ve imagined.

South Dakota State 73, South Dakota 65

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SD Lottery Mega Millions, Millionaire for Life winning numbers for Feb. 27, 2026

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1 day ago

February 28, 2026

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The South Dakota Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here’s a look at Feb. 27, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Mega Millions numbers from Feb. 27 drawing

11-18-39-43-67, Mega Ball: 23

Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from Feb. 27 drawing

03-04-13-28-42, Bonus: 02

Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.

Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results

Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize

Prizes of $100 or less: Can be claimed at any South Dakota Lottery retailer.
Prizes of $101 or more: Must be claimed from the Lottery. By mail, send a claim form and a signed winning ticket to the Lottery at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501.
Any jackpot-winning ticket for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prize-winning ticket for Lucky for Life, or for the second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions must be presented in person at a Lottery office. A jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must be presented in person at the Lottery office in Pierre.

When are the South Dakota Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Dakota Cash: 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
Millionaire for Life: 10:15 p.m. CT daily.

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