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CARTOON | Capitol churn

As seen in the June 12–18, 2026, print edition of The Dakota Scout

6 hrs ago • Ryan M Stoick

West River radio stations accused of pilfering music without paying royalties

Katy Perry, Tracy Chapman among musicians represented in lawsuit against Haugo Broadcasting

9 hrs ago • Jonathan Ellis

Hometown roots, national spotlight share Levitt stage in downtown Sioux Falls

South Dakota's own Alexis Lorene opens for country artist Britnee Kellogg during Saturday concert that draws thousands

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Zak v. Zach | Sioux Falls Central District civic champions | Two campaigns, two runoffs | Art, walkability, Smithfield, data centers …

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State Politics

Rhoden won't debate Doeden ahead of runoff in South Dakota GOP governor primary race

Governor's campaign accuses Aberdeen businessman of making false claims during previous forums in declining forum invitations

Jun 12 • Joe Sneve

Left-wing activists urge South Dakota Democrat to exit Senate race in favor of independent

Supporters of idea say former Democrat Bengs has edge in funding, poll numbers

Jun 12 • Joe Sneve

South Dakota state lawmaker faces warrant for alleged highway damage

Rep. Travis Ismay, R-Newell, was reelected earlier this June

Jun 11

Could Hansen pivot to South Dakota attorney general's race? GOP delegates await answer

Outgoing House speaker remains silent after gubernatorial defeat as attorney general candidates continue courting support ahead of Republican convention

Jun 9 • Dominik Dausch and Joe Sneve

Former US senator Larry Pressler 'reminisces' with Joe Biden during Sioux Falls visit

Humboldt native, who worked with former president during overlapping terms in U.S. Senate, calls for nation's leaders to debate 'more intelligently and…

Jun 7 • Dominik Dausch

ONE & DONE | GOP voters scuttle reelection prospects of a dozen one-term incumbents

Populists who rode wave of victory in 2024 don't have the same mojo in 2026

Jun 6 • Jonathan Ellis and Dominik Dausch

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Sioux Falls

Smith, Erickson chart Sioux Falls' future with eye on homelessness, policing, child care

Candidates find some common ground on development in debate ahead of June 23 runoff

Jun 13 • Jonathan Ellis

DEBATE REPLAY: Watch Erickson, Smith make case to be Sioux Falls mayor

City runoff election candidates field questions in forum hosted by Sioux Falls Simplified, SiouxFallsLive.com and The Dakota Scout

Jun 12 • The Dakota Scout

UPDATE: Here’s how to watch Sioux Falls mayor candidates Christine Erickson & Jamie Smith face off

Today at 4:30 p.m., Sioux Falls Simplified, SiouxFallsLive.com and The Dakota Scout pose questions on community issues in last debate before June 23…

Jun 12 • The Dakota Scout

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Viewpoints

STRAIGHT OUTTA PIERRE | What's next for South Dakota? GOP voters don’t seem real clear

Sharp, snappy and South Dakotan — an anonymous shot of insight with a twist of sarcasm

3 hrs ago • Bo Hutchins

CARTOON | Capitol churn

As seen in the June 12–18, 2026, print edition of The Dakota Scout

6 hrs ago • Ryan M Stoick

VIEWPOINT: Sioux Falls residents deserve leaders who serve all

Guest column by Theresa Stehly, former City Council member

Jun 13

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