Billionaire Backed Mailers Target South Dakota Governor | Pierre News

Sioux Falls Storm Leaves Widespread Damage | Pierre News

Eastern South Dakota, especially Sioux Falls, took a brutal hit from severe weather Saturday—trees down, power lines snapped, buildings wrecked. Structural damage means homes and businesses face major repairs or rebuilds. Residents are bracing for a long cleanup, emotionally drained but united. Emergency crews are racing to restore power and clear roads as the community rallies to rebuild—together. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0bad7d9e0eddcf1b

Hot Classics Night Got Hotter Than the Cars | Pierre News

Sioux Falls’ Hot Classics Night turned scorching hot this past Saturday, with temperatures so intense they became the real stars of the show—outshining even the vintage cars. Volunteers and vendors struggled in the sweltering heat, some working in metal food trucks without air conditioning, while cars themselves overheated, giving new meaning to “hot rod.” Despite the discomfort, many attendees embraced the challenge, turning the heat into a badge of honor and a chance to bond. This year’s event proved that “hot” isn’t just for the machines—it’s for the grit of those who showed up. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f526a04864794f4f

Billionaire Backed Mailers Target South Dakota Governor | Pierre News

Billionaire Jeffrey Yass is pouring millions into South Dakota’s Republican governor runoff, funding super PACs that blast incumbent Larry Rhoden with misleading attacks — despite the mailers ignoring school choice and focusing instead on tax bills he signed to ease property tax burdens. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bd0ad4bc8b774fba

Smoke on the Horizon | Pierre News

Wildfire smoke drifting south is making air quality a real concern—even if you’re not in the thick of it. Kendra Rounds, a meteorology student interning at the South Dakota Discovery Center, is tracking regional air quality and sharing weekly updates on Facebook. With her dad’s storm-watching influence, she’s turning her passion into hands-on science, helping communities understand how smoke affects health and when to stay indoors. While Pierre’s skies remain clear, smoke plumes are heading east—and wildfires can linger. Her work also helps STEM students learn to explain complex science to the public, fueling her dream of a future with the National Weather Service. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fed40c6e325e4a5e

FBI Bust Targets Cocaine Flow in SD | Pierre News

FBI leads massive cross-state drug bust in South Dakota, arresting 14 suspects including those from Pine Ridge and Rapid City, seizing 5kg of cocaine, 37 firearms, and $61,000 cash—all part of Operation Steadfast Promise, a multi-agency effort targeting violent crime on tribal lands. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2676b1d6715ba21b