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Former Aberdeen legislator crafted law that’s led to South Dakota’s first gubernatorial runoff

By Scott Waltman 06/08/2026

A former legislative leader from Aberdeen is the man behind South Dakota’s runoff election law. Joseph H. Barnett served in……

South Dakota Lt. Gov. Larry Rhoden, speaking March 13, 2024, at a town hall meeting in Mitchell, S.D., would likely assume more responsibilities if Gov. Kristi Noem were picked as Donald Trump's running mate. Noem (left) said that she would "still get to be governor" during the prospective campaign. South Dakota News Watch photo by Stu Whitney

Rhoden could be ‘steady hand’ if Noem joins Trump cabinet

By Stu Whitney of South Dakota News Watch 11/13/2024

There will be lots of history made if South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is confirmed as secretary of the Department……

Gov. George Mickelson's official portrait.

George Mickelson, other leaders who died in 1993 plane crash honored

By Scott Waltman 04/21/2023

While South Dakota continues to mourn the deaths of past leaders who perished in a plane crash 30 years ago……