The next LG, hesitant homeschool foes & friends, a city-state Venn diagram, gov't audacity & property tax relief's dilemma

Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken suggested this week that state lawmakers stay away from “culture wars” and focus on the basics of providing services to South Dakota residents.

Lt. Gov. Larry Rhoden is poised to take the helm of South Dakota’s government amid Gov. Kristi Noem’s anticipated appointment to President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet.

The Dakota Scout and Child's Play Toys are teaming up for an exciting coloring contest to celebrate this year’s holiday season. 🖍️ 🎄

CORRECTION: An earlier version of this article incorrectly quoted Gov. Noem regarding a budget reduction for South Dakota Public Broadcasting. The Dakota Scout strives for fairness and accuracy and regrets the error. Please bring corrections to the attention of [email protected].

A pair of Republican lawmakers from both sides of South Dakota will offer a sweeping property tax reform package for South Dakota homeowners in the upcoming legislative session.

Public funding for private education will be the premier battle between public education groups and South Dakota policymakers during the upcoming legislative session.