It’s a severity level kids rarely qualify for. The South Dakota Department of Social Services says in the past two fiscal years, just four foster kids have had braces covered by the state.

See live updates of South Dakota election results from the 2024 election, including House races, state elections and ballot initiatives.

In South Dakota, we are working to make sure that our children will be exposed to the best social studies standards in the USA. We are raising the bar in civics education in our state.

If you’re looking for a unique and educational experience in South Dakota, you won’t want to miss out on the state’s unique and interesting museums. From history and art to science and nature, there ...

Good Earth State Park is teaching children about the creatures that roam the area through its Kids Summer Camp.

After the state turned down federal funding for summertime child food vouchers, the South Dakota Department of Education is seeking sponsors for another program that provides summer meals to needy ...

After seven years of failed attempts to bar transgender kids from playing sports, South Dakota has enacted a law prohibiting transgender girls from participating with their cisgender peers. The ...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Protecting South Dakota Kids, a group made up of healthcare professionals, parents and concerned residents, shared why they are against Initiated Measure 29.

Free South Dakota-based newsletter, 'Ag Buddy,' connects kids to agriculture The quarterly newsletter teaches kids about agriculture through fun activities and stories.

The Rosebud Sioux Tribe in South Dakota has declared a public safety state of emergency on its reservation, asking for more law enforcement resources from the federal government. It's the tribe's ...

With over 1,900 miles of shoreline, South Dakota's lakes, like Sylvan and Pactola, provide perfect spots for swimming, ...

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