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Filing Deadlines Set for Jerauld County, State Election Candidates

News Staff

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Residents interested in running for public office in the upcoming election cycle should be aware of upcoming filing deadlines for nominating petitions.Candidates seeking placement on the primary election ballot must file nominating petitions by 5 p.m. March 31, 2026.

The chamber of the South Dakota House of Representatives on Feb. 6, 2025, at the Capitol in Pierre, S.D. (PHOTO: BART PFANKUCH / SOUTH DAKOTA NEWS WATCH)

Hot topics aplenty on 2026 legislative session agenda

Bart Pfankuch South Dakota News Watch

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

With a slate of hotbutton policy issues on the table and limited funding to work with, state Sen. Jim Mehlhaff of Pierre said it is difficult to predict how the 2026 legislative session will play out in the Capitol this year.

Fact brief: Have ICE agents detained Native Americans?

Michael Klinski South Dakota News Watch

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Native American tribes from across the country have reported that some of their tribal members have been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).The Indian Citizenship Act in 1924 granted citizenship to all Native Americans born in the United States.

Fact brief: Could a data center use the equivalent of 50,000 homes of power?

Michael Klinski South Dakota News Watch

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

A data center that is inching closer to becoming a reality in northeastern Sioux Falls could use 50,000 homes’ worth of power a year at its planned peak.The Sioux Falls City Council last Tuesday voted unanimously to rezone the land for the Gemini Data Center.

Next Steps Taking Shape for St. Joseph Church After Fire

Kristi Hine / True Dakotan

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Efforts are continuing behind the scenes following the recent fire at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wessington Springs, as parish leaders work through a careful, multi-layered assessment process.

Donkeyball Delivers for a Cause

Small-Town Rivals, Big-Time Community:

Kristi Hine / True Dakotan

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Communities come together to raise funds for new flooring at the Wessington Community CenterWhat happens when longtime high school rivals trade tennis shoesfordonkeys?InWessington last Friday night, the answer was laughter, generosity and a packed community center, all for a good cause.

The historic Carnegie Library in Wessington Springs, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, could receive long-needed maintenance as the library board moves forward with inspections and cost estimates. (KRISTI HINE / TRUE DAKOTAN)

Library Board Eyes Repairs to Preserve Historic Carnegie Building

News Staff

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

The Carnegie Library Board appeared before the City of Wessington Springs City Council on Monday, Jan. 5, to discuss needed maintenance and future repairs to the historic library building.

State Water Plan Application Advances Wolsey Sewer Project Planning

Kristi Hine / True Dakotan

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

The Wolsey Town Board took an early step toward addressing renovation of the city’s sewer infrastructure during its meeting Monday, Jan. 5, voting to move forward with placing the project on South Dakota’s State Water Plan.

Courtesy SDFU

Times are Tough: Family Farmers and Ranchers Spoke Out During 110th South Dakota Farmers Union Convention

Lura Roti

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

South Dakotans are known for being polite and neighborly.

TRUE DAKOTAN FILE PHOTO

P.E.O. Chapter D Announces Third Annual Priceless Prom Dress Resale Event

News Staff

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Looking for the perfect prom dress without the hefty price tag?P.E.O. Chapter D of Wessington Springs invites area students to explore a wide variety of beautiful, affordable gowns at the third annual Priceless Prom event.Priceless Prom will be held Saturday, Jan. 31, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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