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Are South Dakotans tired of politics already? Or are they fired up about the fall election?
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (370+ words) South Dakotans just came off of a tremendous wave of elections. And finally we had hard-fought July 28 Republican Primary runoff election for Governor – another first in South Dakota state history. Even this week, we had a sort-of National Republican convention,…...
South Dakota voters to decide races, Medicaid and voting rules
3+ day, 16+ hour ago (1254+ words) Election day in South Dakota is fast approaching, and several important statewide offices will be on your ballots. South Dakota's lone seat in the U.S. House of Representatives is up for grabs as it's junior senator and sitting governor try to…...
How Rhoden, Ahlers differed on ag, rural issues at SD Farmers Union Debate
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (185+ words) Incumbent Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden and Democratic challenger Dan Ahlers went head-to-head during a Sept. 5 debate at the South Dakota State Fair, sponsored by the South Dakota Farmers Union. The Iowa farmers' phones pinged in succession the afternoon of June…...
South Dakota’s next attorney general aims to undo criminal justice reforms, just not right away
4+ day, 5+ hour ago (1024+ words) Lance Russell will be South Dakota’s next attorney general whether you vote for him or not. At the Republican state convention in June, Russell earned the party’s nomination to seek the job of the state’s top law enforcement official, and…...
Rhoden, Ahlers Debate at South Dakota State Fair
4+ day, 19+ hour ago (683+ words) HURON — Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden and Democratic challenger Dan Ahlers both criticized President Donald Trump on Saturday during a debate at the South Dakota State Fair, with Rhoden saying he agrees with Trump on other issues but could not support…...
Larry Rhoden eligible for 2030 South Dakota run
4+ day, 17+ hour ago (151+ words) South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden can run for another four-year term in 2030 if he wins election during the 2026 midterms. Both a governor and lieutenant governor cannot be elected to more than two consecutive elected terms, starting with the 1974 election, according…...
South Dakota Democrats Urge Voters to Switch Back After Primary Party Changes
4+ day, 17+ hour ago (151+ words) SOUTH DAKOTA, S.D. – The South Dakota Democratic Party is urging voters to check their voter registration status after thousands switched political parties to participate in this summer’s gubernatorial runoff election. Party officials say more than 5,000 voters changed their registration to take…...
South Dakota Governor, Challenger Both Slam Trump On Beef Imports But Clash On Other Debate Topics
6+ day, 7+ hour ago (746+ words) South Dakota’s candidates for governor, Democratic nominee Dan Ahlers, left, and Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden chat with attendees at the South Dakota State Fair in Huron on Sept. 5, 2026. HURON — Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden and Democratic challenger Dan Ahlers both criticized…...
South Dakota’s General Election Debate Season Set To Begin At State Fair
1+ week, 1+ day ago (379+ words) South Dakota’s 2026 general election debate season begins Saturday at the State Fair in Huron. The South Dakota Farmers Union is hosting a debate between Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden and Democratic nominee for governor Dan Ahlers at 1 p.m. Central time on…...
South Dakota’s general election debate season set to begin at State Fair • South Dakota Searchlight
1+ week, 1+ day ago (479+ words) South Dakota’s 2026 general election debate season begins Saturday at the State Fair in Huron. The South Dakota Farmers Union is hosting a debate between Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden and Democratic nominee for governor Dan Ahlers at 1 p.m. Central time on…...