South Dakota History
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The future of a new, 1,500-bed men’s prison near Sioux Falls is in serious doubt following actions taken by the South Dakota state legislature on Monday. Some state lawmakers want another look at options to alleviate overcrowding in the prison system. -
"No one knows what we are supposed to do," said one federal employee amid conflicting and shifting directives on whether to comply with Elon Musk's directive to list five accomplishments. -
The Trump administration may continue — for now — to keep the AP from covering key events. A federal judge declined to issue a temporary restraining order on Monday.
More Arts & Life stories
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The journey can be more important than the destination. We explore a new documentary about a 350-mile ride for health, a Pierre bike club and the power of a pilgrimage. -
The executive director of the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House shares what she sees every night at the shelter. Plus, highlights from the Sioux Falls Regional Homelessness Forum.
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The "In the Moment" team chooses the library as our Valentines. Explore all the reasons to love your local library and librarians. -
Sioux Falls’ Disability Awareness and Accessibility Review Board is looking for art to include in this year’s ArtAbility exhibit. -
A public health educator discusses how the field turned on its head during the COVID-19 pandemic. Elizabeth Rácz-Brunner, Ph.D., from South Dakota Mines joins us.
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Gov. Larry Rhoden and Lt. Gov. Tony Venhuizen sit down with SDPB to discuss their priorities now that the transition of power is complete. -
Two more recipients of the upcoming Governor's Awards in the Arts join us. Donald Montileaux and Roger Broer discuss colors, dreams and an artist's isolation.
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A collection of short films featuring women adventuring in the outdoors is screening at the Custer Beacon on Feb. 15, 2025. -
A longtime community volunteer has been named grand marshal of this year’s Sioux Falls St. Patrick’s Day Parade. -
The 2025 Governor's Awards in the Arts identify South Dakotans who uplift local art across the state. Art educator Mary Wipf and arts advocate Paul Schiller join us.
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The University of South Dakota Art Gallery is compiling information on the complete works of Oscar Howe. It's the first catalogue raisonné by a Native American artist.
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A Lower Brule science teacher discusses how interconnected the south and South Dakota are after her trip to Antarctica. Plus, the author of "Ends of the Earth" joins us.
