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Absentee voting for June 2 primary election going smoothly in Hughes County; 300-some voters have asked for a ballot by mail or filled out their ballot with two weeks still to go
More than 350 Hughes County voters have either requested to receive their ballot by mail or have absentee voted for South Dakota's June 2, 2026, primary election. That's according to County Finance Of...
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Quarterly city newsletter causes tension during Fort Pierre City Council meeting ahead of June 2 primary election
Strained relationships were on full display again this week during the Fort Pierre City Council's regular meeting (May 18, 2026). During one of at least three different tense conversations, Alderman L...
7h ago
Erosion causing issues on West Bend Road in Hughes County
Hughes County is hoping to get some federal dollars to help make repairs on West Bend Road. County Manager Lori Jacobson said she and Highway Superintendent Nick Dooley are submitting a Notice of Inte...
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Memory of long-time supporter of Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area lives on through Pfrimmer Pedal Promise
Ten elementary school age members of the Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area and the Stanley County Gold program have new bicycles (May 18, 2026) to enjoy this summer thanks to a memorial create...
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National Sports
In the least-shocking news today, Urban Meyer lost his grievance with the Jaguars
In maybe the most unsurprising turn of events, Associated Press and On3 reported earlier today that Urban Meyer will not be paid out the remainder of his balance from the Jaguars after losing his grievance with the team. Meyer was fired by Jacksonville after fulfilling the first year of his 4-year contract. Meyers 4-ye...
May 19, 2026
Meanwhile, Wembanyama was doing whatever he wanted - dunking over trios of defenders, flexing at times, finishing the half with 14 points and 10 rebounds, looking perfectly comfortable in his debut on this stage. And the Spurs' lead was only seven at the break, 51-44. Gilgeous-Alexander got a couple shots to fall in the third, and the Thunder even briefly reclaimed the lead. But the Spurs were unfazed and the margin was still seven. San Antonio was ahead 80-73 going into the fourth.
OKLAHOMA CITY - Victor Wembanyama had 41 points and 24 rebounds, Dylan Harper finished with 24 points and a team playoff-record seven steals, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 122-115 in a double-overtime classic to open the Western Conference finals Monday night. Wembanyama sealed it with a pair...
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Big Ten on a roll at spring meetings, trying to solve playoff stalemate and other college problems
RANCHOS PALOS VERDES, Calif. (AP) - It's no stretch to say that in the the battle of wills, visions and, yes, national titles being waged across the college-sports landscape, the Big Ten has taken the lead. Leaders in the conference currently holding the football, men's and women's basketball titles opened their annual...
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Aaron Rai runs away with the PGA Championship, first English-born winner in more than a century
NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. - Aaron Rai was just another name among a dozen others who had reason to believe the PGA Championship was theirs for the taking Sunday at tough Aronimink. There was Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and Xander Schauffele, with 10 majors among them, all ready to seize the moment on a stage that was unfamiliar t...
May 18, 2026
MLB Sunday Scoreboard
INTERLEAGUE Final Tampa Bay 6 Miami 3 Final Atlanta 8 Boston 1 Final Cleveland 10 Cincinnati 3 Final Baltimore 7 Washington 3 Final N.Y. Mets 7 N.Y. Yankees 6 Final Kansas City 2 St. Louis 0 Final Minnesota 5 Milwaukee 4 Final Chicago White Sox 9 Chicago Cubs 8 Final L.A. Dodgers 10 L.A. Angels 1 Final San Francisco 10...
May 18, 2026
Local Sports
Mobridge-Pollock closes out their final home game of the season with a hard-fought 10-7 loss to the Milbank
MOBRIDGE, S.D. - The Mobridge-Pollock Lady Tigers closed out their final home game of the season with a hard-fought 10-7 loss to the Milbank Bulldogs. Despite a late push from the Lady Tigers, Milbank...
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Pierre's Spencer Sarringar named to SD High School Baseball Association Hall of Fame Class of 2026
The South Dakota High School Baseball Association (SDHSBA) is proud to announce the Hall of Fame Class of 2026. This year's class includes six former players, two umpires, and one contributor-each add...
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Elite Football Camp hosted by Lincoln Kienholz comes to Hollister Field Wednesday
Lincoln Kienholz has made headlines over the past couple of weeks with his transfer from Ohio State to Louisville to take over the starting role for the Cardinals in the upcoming 2026 season. This wee...
May 18, 2026
Pierre Baseball punches State Tournament ticket for first time since 2023
The Pierre Governors are headed to the state tournament for the first time since 2023 after beating Mitchell in games one and two of their best-of-three series. Pierre won a pitching battle in game on...
May 17, 2026
Farm News
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
As May is Mental Health Awareness Month, farm organizations are emphasizing the importance of mental health support for farmers and ranchers facing growing stress across rural America. The National Fa...
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Over Half of U.S. Farmers Mistrust Federal Policies
A new national survey commissioned by Amato Advisors and conducted by Farm Journal shows many U.S. farmers are increasingly concerned about rising costs, trade pressures, and federal policy heading in...
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Renewable Diesel Demand Driving Soybean Processing Growth
Strong demand for renewable diesel is continuing to drive soybean processing growth across the United States, boosting demand for soy oil used in biofuel production. Industry analysts say expanding re...
10h ago
Antora and POET commission 5 gigawatt-hour thermal battery project to power South Dakota industry with affordable energy
POET, the world's largest producer of biofuels, and Antora Energy, a leading U.S. energy storage company, announced the commissioning of Antora's 5 gigawatt-hour, multi-day thermal energy storage syst...
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