South Dakota History
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President Trump and the first lady welcomed an estimated 40,000 people to the South Lawn of the White House on Monday for its annual Easter egg roll event. The annual tradition dates back to the presidency of Rutherford B. Hayes, and save for war and food shortages, has been a mainstay of Pennsylvania Avenue since 1878.
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Father Tom Reese of Religion News Service talks about the death of Pope Francis and the upcoming process to elect his successor.
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The faithful come to the Vatican to mark their respects for Pope Francis, who died Monday at 88.
More Arts & Life stories
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Norma and Jerry Wilson discuss caretaking one of the oldest log houses in the state. And an Augustana researcher takes us back to the 1893 Chicago World Fair.
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Our Dakota Political Junkies look at how the national news is scrutinizing Leader John Thune's leadership style. Plus, where do deportees go when they can't go home?
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Joe Santos, Ph.D., breaks down the latest unemployment numbers for today’s Monday Macro conversation. Plus, we explore some rules of recessions that may no longer apply.
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We welcome a fiddle, cello, guitar and bass into the studio. Progressive-acoustic string band High Horse plays live in our gallery space.
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A new exhibition at the Washington Pavilion creates big, bright and colorful scenes from everyday life. Artists Erin Murtha and Noelle Vainikka take us into "Dear Diary."
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Walk into "Dear Diary" and explore a reimagined grocery store, fast food restaurant and home. We talk to the artists about the big, colorful and fuzzy exhibit.
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Our Dakota Political Junkies run through all the ballot questions before South Dakota voters. We explore what a “yes” or “no” on each question would mean for the state.
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Voting closes on Sept. 30 for the People's Choice Award. 80 sculptures are vying for the cash prize decided by the public.
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South Dakota's artist laureate created a structural marvel to stretch across the Big Sioux River five years ago. We talk to Dale Lamphere about how it came to be.
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We learn why some South Dakota school districts are banning cell phones on campus. Plus, our Teacher Talk panel explores social media guidelines for educators.
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The Grey Goose Store and Social Club hosted a blues festival which also doubles as a fundraiser.
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The Farm Bill has stalled since it passed the U.S. House this spring. We get an update on the bill’s progress from Rep. Dusty Johnson and Sen. Mike Rounds.