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Members of the United States Senate and House are still receiving paychecks during the government shutdown, though some lawmakers are looking to change that. Since 1983, Congress’ pay has been funded by a permanent appropriation, and their paychecks aren’t subject to annual renewal.

NO. The number of high school football players in South Dakota has rebounded after hitting a 15-year low in 2019-20. More than 5,500 students signed up to play high school football in 2024-25, with 2,048 of those in nineman and 3,512 of them in 11-man.

NO. The number of high school football players in South Dakota has rebounded after hitting a 15-year low in 2019-20. More than 5,500 students signed up to play high school football in 2024-25, with 2,048 of those in nine-man and 3,512 of them in 11-man.

The Older Adult Resource Network (OARN), a program of LSS of South Dakota serving Douglas, Charles Mix, Hutchinson, and Bon Homme counties, invites area older adults (ages 55 and up) and their caregivers to one of three free movie showings this November.

The Bon Homme County Child Protection (CP) Team meets throughout the school year to identify needs of families in the county and to find creative ways to provide for those needs.

PIERRE, S.D. – With winter right around the corner, the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission is highlighting the importance of following natural gas safety recommendations, including keeping natural gas meters and vents clear of snow and ice, all season long.

This time of year, avid gardeners are storing or trying to use up all of their squash! Last year in that same boat, I tried this Butternut Squash Chili, and never looked back.

10 YEARS AGO 2015 According to Roger Berndt, more than a million bushel of corn and about a million beans were on the ground. The Blue Ribbon Task Force on Education held its last meeting.

10 YEARS AGO 2015 Brendan Anderson, undergoing chemo treatments, got an exciting visit from Vikings players, John Sullivan and Kyle Rudolph. The railroad from Tyndall to Yankton has been getting worked on. Wounded Soldier and Corey Briest, to speak at Avon's Vets Day Program.

YES. South Dakota is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the percentage of its energy that is produced by renewable sources. The state’s share of clean-energy production is 92% as of 2024, up from 70% in 2023. Iowa is second (83%) and Kansas third (74%).