South Dakota Democratic Party picks new leadership following recall of prior chairwoman

Interim chair selected to finish four-year term that began in May.

RAPID CITY — The South Dakota Democratic Party’s central committee has elected Shane Merrill of Parker to serve as their party chair. 

Merrill, 31, has volunteered in a number of capacities within the party since 2010. Most recently, he was interim chair, moving up into the top slot after former chairwoman Jennifer Slaight-Hansen was recalled from the po…