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Safe driving urged during Labor Day weekend
PIERRE, S.D. – Gov. Mike Rounds is asking motorists to use extra caution on South Dakota highways during the Labor Day travel weekend.By Press Release , September 02, 2010
Pharmaceutical company Allergan to pay $600 million for off label marketing of botox
PIERRE, S.D.- Attorney General Marty Jackley announced on September 1, 2010, that the State of South Dakota joined the federal government and other states to reach an agreement in principle with pharmaceutical manufacturer, Allergan, Inc., and Allergan USA, Inc. to settle allegations of improper off-label marketing of the drug Botox. As a result, Allergan will pay the states and the federal government $225 million dollars, of which $33 million dollars is for Medicaid nationwide.By Press Release , September 02, 2010
State Fair 125th: Fair’s history includes stops in Mitchell, other cities
It was Mitchell’s time to shine, a chance to show off the growth of the city.“Mitchell will have the grandest opportunity of her life, next week, to make a good impression on the outside world and should do everything to improve it,” wrote the city’s newspaper, which at that time was The Daily Republican.
The event that was so trumpeted by the newspaper was the third Dakota Territorial Fair, held in Mitchell Sept. 26-20, 1887. It was the forerunner of the South Dakota State Fair, which celebrates its 125th anniversary today through Monday.
By Tom Lawrence , September 02, 2010
Area farm among those to be honored as quasquicentennial farms at ceremony today
HOWARD — The South Dakota State Fair isn’t the only thing marking a 125th anniversary.Dozens of farms that are still owned by relatives of the first farmers from 125 years ago will be recognized at the State Fair today in Huron. The inaugural Quasquicentennial Farm Families recognition ceremony will be held at 11:00 this morning.
The State Fair had its “preview night” Wednesday and officially opens today, with a schedule that runs through Monday.
By Tom Lawrence , September 02, 2010
South Dakota's Great Faces: James 'Scotty' Philip
PIERRE, S.D. – James “Scotty” Philip is known as the man who helped save the American bison from extinction in the 1900s. For this, he is one of South Dakota’s Great Faces.By Press Release , September 01, 2010
GF&P looks into rebuilding Rosehill Dam
After Mother Nature released a torrent of rainfall resulting in breach of Rosehill Dam on the evening of July 29, 2010, the question on the minds of many people who enjoyed the outdoor recreational opportunities at the quiet, pristine location in southeastern Hand County is: “Will the dam be repaired or replaced?”By Press Release , September 01, 2010
Johnson honors museum curator for years of service preserving Native history
U.S. Sen. Tim Johnson honored Paulette Montileaux of Rapid City on Monday for her years of service in preserving Native American history.By Staff reports , August 31, 2010
September declared 'Photography Month'
PIERRE, S.D. – More than 100 photographers from across the nation are expected in the Black Hills this month.They’re coming for the first-ever Black Hills Photo Shootout, a two and half day photography festival that includes scenic photo walks, indoor and outdoor workshops, and social events. The Shootout is Sept.17, 18 and 19. Festival activities are planned in several Black Hills communities.
By Press Release , August 31, 2010
Treasurer candidate wants to ‘shake the system up’
Tom Katus isn’t running for state treasurer to get a job, he said. Instead, he’s running to “clean up Pierre, to go in and shake the system up.”Katus made the comments during a visit with The Daily Republic last week during a campaign trip to Mitchell.
Katus, 70, of Rapid City, and current South Dakota Auditor Rich Sattgast are vying for the job currently held by term-limited Vern Larson. Republican Sattgast, who has held the state auditor’s position for eight years, is “not a change agent” Katus said, and is only looking for another eight-year job.
By Ross Dolan , August 31, 2010
Noem's driving record takes wheel of campaign
The intense political struggle for South Dakota’s lone U.S. House seat took an unexpected turn into traffic court last week with a report on Kristi Noem’s extensive record of driving citations.Noem has been ticketed more than 20 times for driving offenses, and two bench warrants were issued for her arrest. She was never arrested or jailed and has paid all her fines.
South Dakota Democrats and Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, D-S.D., and her campaign seized on the news to attack Noem for acting like she was “above the law.”
By Tom Lawrence , August 31, 2010
State Historical Society book wins major award
PIERRE, S.D.—The South Dakota State Historical Society and author Suzanne Barta Julin have received an Award of Merit from the American Association of State and Local History for her book A Marvelous Hundred Square Miles: Black Hills Tourism, 1880-1941.By Press Release , August 30, 2010
Marty back after flood
MARTY — The students and staff at the Marty Indian School received an extra week of summer vacation this year, but they would gladly have given up the reason in order to start classes on time.In June, the Marty area was flooded with an estimated 8 inches of rain in a matter of hours. Other parts of southern Charles Mix County received 4 to 7 inches of rain. The region received an estimated 13 inches of rain during an 80-hour period.
By Staff reports , August 30, 2010
Herseth Sandlin, Noem debate partisanship, policies at Palace
The Corn Palace has been the site of numerous thrilling basketball games, with fans of both sides cheering and shouting throughout the contest.The debate between U.S. Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, D-S.D., and state Rep. Kristi Noem, R-Castlewood, Saturday at the Corn Palace was much like that, with impassioned supporters rooting for two opponents battling for a win. The debate was attended by 562 people.
Herseth Sandlin and Noem criticized each other for political posturing and stressed their belief that they are the right choice for voters during The Daily Republic-Corn Palace Festival Debates.
By Tom Lawrence , August 30, 2010
Smoking ban debate centers on health vs. rights
Both sides of the proposed ban on smoking in South Dakota bars and restaurants were heard Saturday at the Corn Palace in Mitchell.
Jennifer Stalley, campaign manager for the It’s Time — A Smoke-Free South Dakota ballot committee, and Don Rose, who owns bars in Sioux Falls and Tea and represents Citizens for Individual Rights, sparred on smoking and the financial and legal impact of a ban.
By Tom Lawrence , August 30, 2010
Secretary of state candidates clash over endorsement
Democrat Secretary of State candidate Ben Nesselhuf, of Vermillion, fended off verbal jabs from candidate Jason Gant, R-Sioux Falls, at Saturday’s Corn Palace debates in Mitchell.
The pair filled in for the gubernatorial debate, which was deleted from the program when Lt. Gov. Dennis Daugaard dropped out due to the death of a close friend.
By Ross Dolan , August 28, 2010
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