South Dakota
North Dakota Is Getting A 4th Interstate Highway!
Just about everybody who has spent some time in North Dakota or has lived here knows about Interstate 94 and Interstate 29.
I-94 cuts across the state from the Montana border through Dickinson, Bismarck, Jamestown, and finally Fargo. From there it takes a southeast direction through Minnesota and eventually into Minneapolis-St. Paul, and then heads east across Wisconsin.
I-29 starts at the Canadian border and runs straight south through Grand Forks, Fargo, Wahpeton, and continues through eastern South Dakota and beyond.
Oh, did you know those interstates that end with an odd number go North and South, and interstates that end with an even number (you guessed it) move east and west? A little trivia nugget for you.
We only have two interstate highways in North Dakota correct?
That’s what I thought living in North Dakota just about all my life. I-29 and I-94. NOPE!
I was surprised when a co-worker pointed out to me shortly after I moved to Bismarck 5 years ago, that we have a 3rd interstate highway in the state. I was like, “Say what?” Yep, Interstate 194. So unknown, there’s not even a sign erected for it. It is only three and a half miles long.
I-194 shows up on the navigation on my truck. Mic drop. Mind blown.
According to Interstate-Guide.com, I-194 I appeared as a full Interstate on the 1982 North Dakota Official Highway Map. It was omitted by the 2002 edition but reappeared by 2007 as a business route. The 2015-16 map again showed I-194 with a tricolor shield but with non-Interstate line work. Kind of confusing I know, but I urge you to check your navigation on your vehicle and see if it shows up like on mine.
I-194 runs from the bridge that goes over Memorial Highway in Mandan until reaches I-94 in Mandan.
Now, North Dakota is reportedly getting a 4th interstate highway. Introducing I-27!
I-27 will run through western North Dakota, which is currently Highway 85, otherwise known as the Theodore Roosevelt Expressway. Cities that are located along this route include Bowman, Amidon, Belfield, Watford City, and over to Williston.
No timetable has been established for the construction of this project but Congress did earmark the funds back in 2022.
This will certainly help out the oil industry, farmers, and ranchers, and hopefully make this stretch of highway safer with 4 lanes for the entire stretch.
I-27 is already in Texas and will work its way up to North Dakota eventually.
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The seven-time PRCA Top Indoor Rodeo of The Year is back once again in Rapid City, South Dakota. Rodeo Rapid City kicks off January 30th and is full of a week of non-stop action in the rodeo arena. As one of the biggest rodeos this early on in the season, athletes are ready to show out after the National Western Stock Show and the Fort Worth Stock Show.
Best Indoor Rodeo of the Year Begins This Weekend
Starting things off in The Monument Arena will be Xtreme Bulls 2026 on Friday night, following that on Saturday the 31st is Xtreme Broncs 2026. These two events mark the opening of what is sure to be some of the season’s most action-packed performances from the best athletes bull riding, and saddle bronc riding have to offer.
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The official Rodeo Rapid City doesn’t kick off until Friday, February 5th, and it continues all weekend. Last year, securing the top spot for rough stock was Garrett Shadbolt in bareback riding, Damian Brennan in saddle bronc riding and Jake Lockwood in bull riding.
Men’s timed event winners were Boyd Sawyer (steer wrestling), Cullen Teller and Brayden Fillmore (team roping), and Tyler Milligan (tie-down roping). Katie Chism won the barrel racing.
Last season, this rodeo was an indicator of how 2025 was going to go for some of these athletes. More than one who performed well in Rapid City went on to secure a spot at the National Finals Rodeo. With a payout of nearly $200,000, a win here adds a nice chunk of change to season earnings totals early in the season.
Come For The Rodeo Stay For The Music
While there is just over a week of rodeo arena action happening in South Dakota, there will also be plenty to do in between. A new event is being added this year called Rope, Ride and Slide where two cowboys, one bronc rider and one steer wrestler each perform in individual events, then join together to team rope. This fun new addition happens Friday (Jan. 30th) and should be a way to introduce more people to the events of rodeo.
There will also be live performances happening all week as well. Kicking things off Friday night will be Tristan Schofield & The Drive by Night followed by Jessica Loobey on Saturday. During the week Big Skillet performs on Tuesday with Brandon Jones taking the stage Thursday. Rounding out musical acts are Tanner Usrey with Kenny Feidler (Friday, Feb. 6th) and Ole 60 with Rob Langdon (Saturday, Feb. 7th)
From rodeo action to live music, Rapid City is sure to be full of some of the best performances seen by rodeo fans so far this year.
To get tickets head to https://www.centralstatesfairinc.com/events
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The South Dakota Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at Jan. 26, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Jan. 26 drawing
21-31-51-60-63, Powerball: 18, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Jan. 26 drawing
03-21-22-42-44, Lucky Ball: 09
Check Lucky For Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lotto America numbers from Jan. 26 drawing
02-12-15-27-48, Star Ball: 09, ASB: 03
Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.
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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.
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