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Major aquifers in South Dakota in decline, threatening fresh water supplies

BEAR BUTTE STATE PARK, S.D. – Geologists and hydrologists can use scientific charts and graphs to understand the increasing water challenges facing South Dakota, but it only takes a brief visit to Bear Butte State Park near Sturgis for a non-scientist to see the outcome of decreasing water levels. The lake that forms the centerpiece […]

South Dakota · 5h

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South Dakota regulators approve $27.3 million electric rate increase for Black Hills Energy

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission on Wednesday approved a settlement allowing Black Hills Energy to increase electric rates by more than $27.3 million a year, begining in December. The commission approved the settlement at its meeting in Pierre. The approved increase will add approximately...

South Dakota · 1d
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The Rapid City Post

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PUC approves BHE increases, rates to increase Dec. 1

PIERRE, SD – The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission signed off on a comprehensive settlement agreement that will allow Black Hills Energy to increase electric rates for South Dakota customers by $27.354 million annually. Across all rate classes, the increase will translate to a 21.28% increase in base rate revenue and a 13.62% increase in…

South Dakota · 2d

The Rapid City Post

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With mining, the people who may need the water in 50 years won’t be at the hearing

Rapid City residents have packed public meetings debating data centers’ enormous electricity demands and potentially significant water consumption. Meanwhile, the proposed Dewey–Burdock uranium mine in the southwestern Black Hills is seeking permission to use groundwater to deliberately change its chemistry, potentially threatening a major underground aquifer extending beyond South Dakota’s borders. The first controversy has…

Rapid City, SD · 3d

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Women in Dairy: Jessica Mueller

Tell us about your family and farm.Our family owns and operates Char-Ther Farm in South Dakota. Alongside my mom, Theresa, and family members Vicky and Clayton, Justin and Donna, and my niece, Cedar, we milk Holsteins and Jerseys and sell our milk through Dairy Farmers of America Inc. We also raise alfalfa, corn and oats to feed our herd. Cedar especially enjoys spending time with the cows and calves and helping with feeding chores; it is exciting to see the next generation developing a love for dairy farming.

South Dakota · 1d

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USDA Rural Development Invests More Than $408,000 to Assist South Dakota Rural Meat Processors

U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development recently announced $57 million through the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program. USDA Rural Development South Dakota State Director Lorraine Polak today announced two South Dakota processors will receive a combined $408,410 to expand their capacity and create new and better markets. “This funding...

South Dakota · 2d

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SDSU Extension to host educational series at Cottonwood Field Station

RAPID CITY, S.D. – South Dakota State University Extension and SDSU’s Cottonwood Field Station are excited to introduce Coffee at Cottonwood, a new educational series about livestock and rangeland management. Offered every other month, the series is designed to bring together livestock producers, land managers, industry professionals and...

Brookings, SD · 2d

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Sioux Falls housing market slows with drops in listings, sales

Overall activity in the Sioux Falls housing market slowed noticeably in October compared with a year ago, with new listings and closed sales both showing double-digit declines. There were 203 closed sales in the city for October, according to the Realtor Association of the Sioux Empire Inc., down 26 percent...

Sioux Falls, SD · 3d

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Stand-alone office building offers high visibility, convenient Western Avenue location

This Site Spotlight is sponsored by Tysdal Commercial. A highly visible location, convenient access and a move-in-ready layout make a stand-alone office building in central Sioux Falls an attractive option for a business looking for its own space. Located at 3508 S. Western Ave., near the intersection with 41st Street,...

Sioux Falls, SD · 2d

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Biotech company that expanded to S.D. from Germany grows with downtown Sioux Falls office, future lab

This piece is sponsored by South Dakota Biotech. A German biotech company that knew the U.S. was an untapped market is thriving two years after choosing South Dakota for its base of operations. “I can’t complain,” said Oliver Goernhardt, who moved to the U.S. with his family from Germany to...

Sioux Falls, SD · 3d

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A New Chapter for Chamber News

The Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce’s flagship publication is getting a fresh look and a new approach. Beginning next year, Chamber News will transition to a quarterly schedule, with expanded editorial content designed to inform, inspire and connect the greater Sioux Falls business community. Each issue will take...

Sioux Falls, SD · 1d

KELOLAND

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Selling Severance with Transworld Business Advisors

The owners of Severance Brewing Company in Sioux Falls are looking to step away from the business life.

Sioux Falls, SD · 1d

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Apartment of the Week: Whisper Creek Village

This Apartment of the Week is sponsored by Lloyd Cos. Brand-new apartment living, a convenient southeast Sioux Falls location and the feel of a smaller community come together at Whisper Creek Village. The location. Located at 5730 S. Leubecher Ave., near 69th Street and Sycamore Avenue, Whisper Creek Village offers...

Sioux Falls, SD · 3d

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Wellmark fires back in dispute with Sanford Health

The state’s largest health insurer is accusing Sanford Health of driving up health care costs, while Sanford is accusing Wellmark of the same. The war of words between the two health industry giants went public last week when Sanford announced that it would terminate its contract with Wellmark effective July 1, 2027. Sanford cited coverage to its rural clinics and hospitals as a key sticking point hindering a new deal.

Sioux Falls, SD · 4d

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Sioux Falls development firm joins national agricultural advisory company

Sioux Falls-based A1 Development Solutions has joined Pinion, a national food and agriculture business advisory and accounting firm. The combination expands Colorado-based Pinion’s services in land development and project consulting, bringing A1’s expertise in agricultural, commercial and industrial development to a broader client base. Founded in 2017, A1...

Sioux Falls, SD · 4d

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River’s Edge prepares to move into new C-store addition

Construction continues at River’s Edge Cooperative in Flandreau, and customers will get their first look at a portion of the expanded convenience store later this week. The business is preparing to temporarily move its retail operations into the newly constructed addition while crews begin the next phase of renovations on the existing store.

Flandreau, SD · 5d

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October building activity lags below average in Sioux Falls

October building activity is trending behind its historical average, according to the city of Sioux Falls. Permit valuation totaled $98 million for the month, “which is slightly below the monthly average for October,” according to the city’s building services division. “October tends to be a strong month as contractors try to secure work for the winter months.”

Sioux Falls, SD · 6d

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Stunning 2-story home offers resort-style backyard, exceptional craftsmanship

This Executive Home is sponsored by Amy Stockberger Real Estate. Experience an incredible blend of timeless design and contemporary luxury in this beautifully appointed east Sioux Falls home, where a resort-style backyard creates the ultimate setting for outdoor living. Located at 8324 E. Water Wood St. in the Willow Ridge...

East Sioux Falls, SD · 5d

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PHCC Honors Midwestern Mechanical as 2026 Plumbing Contractor of the Year

A commitment to developing skilled tradespeople, embracing technology, and strengthening the plumbing profession has defined Midwestern Mechanical Inc.’s leadership in the industry. The Sioux Falls, South Dakota, company has been named the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) 2026 Plumbing Contractor of the Year. Cody Schroeder, Midwestern Mechanical’s education and development manager, accepted the award on behalf of the company recently during PHCC CONNECT 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The award is sponsored by Delta Faucet.

Sioux Falls, SD · 5d

KELOLAND

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The economic pressures in Sioux Falls, Rapid City

Every quarter, the South Dakota Governor's Council of Economic Advisors meets to discuss the economy across the state. In this Your Money Matters we check in with two members to see how things are looking in South Dakota's two most populated areas as we enter quarter four.

Sioux Falls, SD · 5d