Critical minerals are the most important and useful items extracted from the earth in the mining industry. As new ones emerge though, state government is asking how to best utilize and manage these resources.

The Pierre City Commission approves action to replace most of the city’s water meters.

South Dakota voters appear to have rejected Referred Law 21, a measure regulating carbon dioxide pipelines.

Initiated Measure 28 has failed at the ballot box. It would have removed the state’s tax on grocery items, and potentially other purchasable consumables.

According to the latest USDA report, South Dakota’s crop harvest is progressing at a solid pace. That’s despite drought-like conditions that persisted for some farmers.

At the recent Black Hills Tourism conference, a leader of the Pine Ridge Chamber of Commerce was named the winner of the tourism pioneer award. He said tourism can be a meaningful driver for tribal economies.

It was another successful tourism season in the Black Hills. In turn, Thursday marked the 84th annual regional tourism conference to debrief business owners and tourism officials.

Prairie Berry Winery and Miner Brewing Company of Hill City will both close their doors by the end of 2024.

South Dakota’s minimum wage is going up on New Years’ Day.

South Dakota residents have about a week left to comment on a draft explanation for a proposed initiated measure regarding property tax assessments.