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South Dakota leaders speak on latest in the Middle East

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7 months ago

June 15, 2025

South Dakota leaders speak on latest in the Middle East

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – Since Israel’s preemptive attacks on Iran this week, Iran fought back with a barrage of missiles at several cities late Saturday. Nuclear talks between the United States and Iran have been canceled.

South Dakota leaders provided their thoughts on the conflict.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune told Dakota News Now on Saturday that President Trump would be “more than happy” to lead Iran peace negotiations. He joined Fox News Sunday to discuss a variety of topics, including President Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ and conflict in the Middle East.

“I think President Trump is all about trying to keep America out of wars and to try to find paths toward peaceful outcomes and peaceful solutions,” Thune told Fox News. “I think he’s tried to do that with Iran. Iran has grown, I think, increasingly defiant of late in these talks, these discussions, but what this comes down to is action taken by Israel to defend themselves and their people. They view Iran’s nuclear capabilities, as do we, as a non-starter.”

South Dakota Rabbi Mendel Alperowitz told Dakota News Now on Friday that the preemptive strikes on Iran were the right thing to do. He called the success of the strikes a “miracle.”

“How amazing that was,” remarked Alperowitz. “With limited damage, they were able to strike those facilities and we pray that there would be continued miracles, that any retaliation from Iran not be harmful to Israel’s citizens and to Jewish people around the world.”

The Rabbi is aware that in the current political climate and the growing tensions of the Middle East, Israel’s actions might not be approved by everyone.

“Even if it may not be so popular always in political or diplomatic circles, if the goal is to save lives and not just receive compliments, taking a preemptive strike and acting decisively is what ultimately will save lives,” Alperowitz said. “While some in the international community may not appreciate it right now, history has shown that ultimately, they too will appreciate what Israel has done and that Israel took the initiative to act.”

Concerns grow about possible attacks on Americans during this conflict, with an alert issued by the U.S. Embassy in Iraq. Senator Thune responded to that threat.

“Iran should be prepared for all of America’s might to descend upon them if they go after and target Americans or American bases or installations in the Middle East,” warned Thune.

Stick with Dakota News Now on air and online for more updates on conflict in the Middle East.

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South Dakota knocks off Denver 82-72

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3 hours ago

January 10, 2026

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VERMILLION, S.D. (AP) — Cameron Fens scored 23 points as South Dakota beat Denver 82-72 on Saturday.

Fens also contributed 12 rebounds and four blocks for the Coyotes (9-9, 1-2 Summit League). Isaac Bruns scored 20 points while going 8 of 12 and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line and added six rebounds. Jordan Crawford went 5 of 11 from the field (3 for 7 from 3-point range) to finish with 13 points.

Gabe Oldham led the Pioneers (8-11, 1-3) in scoring, finishing with 24 points, 13 rebounds and two steals. Denver also got 19 points from Zane Nelson. Carson Johnson also put up 11 points and six assists.

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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.

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SD Highway Patrol releases new details on hit and run, asks for public’s help

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15 hours ago

January 10, 2026

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SD Highway Patrol releases new details on hit and run, asks for public’s help

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – The South Dakota Highway Patrol is continuing to look for the suspect in a deadly hit-and-run near Humboldt, SD.

In a Facebook post, the SD Highway Patrol has released new details regarding the semi suspected of committing the hit and run.

According to police, the semi is a red Freightliner Cascadia semi, missing its passenger-side headlight.

The semi was traveling eastbound from the Humboldt area on I-90 in the early morning hours of Jan. 3, 2026.

Police are seeking information, video, or pictures from 2:13 a.m. – 3:00 a.m. along I-90 and I-29 from the public.

If you have any tips or footage, contact the South Dakota Highway Patrol District 2 Office at (605) 367-5700.

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Dept. of Agriculture and Natural Resources announces $48 million for statewide projects

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1 day ago

January 9, 2026

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Dept. of Agriculture and Natural Resources announces million for statewide projects

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) has the approval of over $48 million in loans and grants for statewide projects.

Together with the Board of Water and Natural Resources, a total of $36,958,000 in state loans, including $425,000 in principal forgiveness, was authorized for drinking water and wastewater improvements.

More funding was distributed to the following programs:

BDM Rural Water:

Received an additional $233,450 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to construct a new water treatment plant, install a new water reservoir, install a pipe to expand the water system, and replace water meters

Clay Rural Water:

Received $334,250 in ARPA grant funds to construct two ground storage reservoirs near the Greenfield reservoir and the Wakonda Water Treatment plant

Mid-Dakota Rural Water System:

Received $917,357.85 in ARPA grant to update the existing water system

Mitchell:

Received $3,930,000 in Clean Water State Revolving Funds to upgrade the clay sanitary and storm sewer

Rapid City:

Received a $14,512,000 Drinking Water State Revolving loan to make improvements to an existing well and also construct two new wells

Shared Resources:

Received $1,500,000 in ARPA grant funds for a treatment plant, well field, distribution pipeline, and two storage tanks

Sioux Falls:

Received $7,648,000 to complete a third connection to the Lewis and Clark Regional Water System
Received $17,746,000 to construct a new Southeast Basin sanitary force main

South Lincoln Rural Water System: