Evan Walton
Evan Walton is an SDPB reporter based in Sioux Falls. Evan holds a Master’s in English Literature from Southern New Hampshire University and was honorably discharged from the United States Army in 2015, where he served for five years as an infantryman.
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Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken says the city’s accomplishments in 2024 has led to national recognition. Paul TenHaken says there are four areas in which the city excelled. -
Gov. Kristi Noem wants to make temporary tax cuts permanent while fully funding a proposed men’s prison facility outside of Sioux Falls. -
Health experts spoke with Sioux Falls Rotarians on the effort to eradicate polio and how the medical profession is trying to rebuild public trust. -
Transportation officials are hosting an open house in Sioux Falls to discuss the 10th and 11th Street Viaduct study. -
The “Build Dakota” scholarship has grown exponentially since its inception. The program has produced nearly 4,000 graduates ready for the work force on day one. -
Dakota State University wants more students to join the cyber workforce. With a unique hands-on workshop DSU faculty and students bring cyber skills to the classroom. -
Sioux Falls city officials say financially the city is in good shape but they fear homeless individuals around the nation will begin to take advantage of mid-western hospitality. -
Sioux Falls officials are planning a new identity for Falls Park. The goal is to connect the downtown attractions of Falls Park, Levitt Shell, the River Greenway, Lloyd Landing, and Jacobson Plaza. -
Xcel Energy receives permission through 2025 to continue charging South Dakota electric customers a special fee to encourage efficient energy usage. PUC commissioners also approve for the company to continue transmission project cost recovery. -
A controversial shooting range complex planned east of Rapid City is scheduled to be complete next fall. That is according to Game, Fish, and Parks Department officials at a recent legislative Appropriations Committee meeting.
