South Dakota Focus

A growing Spanish-speaking congregation in Sioux Falls is bringing together immigrants from a handful of different countries to worship together.

Rockside Ranch is working to build a community for young men with a residential program near New Underwood, east of Rapid City.

For 50 years German speakers in Sioux Falls come together each Christmas to celebrate in the language of their hearts and culture.

South Dakota Focus discusses Initiated Measure 27 which if passed, would legalize possession of up to one ounce of marijuana for adults aged 21 and older.

South Dakotans will vote on expanding Medicaid this November. South Dakota Focus hears from the proponents and opponents of Amendment D.

November 8th you will have an opportunity to let your voice be heard for a number of different offices both at the state and federal levels. We bring you the voices of those running for public utilities commissioner.

On November 8th you will have an opportunity vote for a number of different candidates at the state and federal level. We bring you the voices of those running for state treasurer.

Voting season has begun. Election Day is Tuesday, November 8. We bring you the voices of those running for Secretary of State.

Rural nursing homes are closing at a fast rate. And as they do, entire communities feel the loss. This story is part of South Dakota Focus: The Uncertain Future of Nursing Homes.

Mark Deak is the executive director of the South Dakota Health Care Association. It’s a lobbying organization that represents many of the state’s long-term care facilities. He says there is a range of challenges facing the industry today.