Casey Stickland and Katrina Buntjer of the Brookings Regional Growth Alliance discuss the September 26 Brookings Candidate Forum, the October 3 Fall Classic Watch Party, and nominations for this year’s Veterans Day awards during a September 21 interview with Brookings Radio News. — Brookings Radio News
BROOKINGS COUNTY (9-21-26) — The Brookings County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of intentional damage to a hay field. It was reported at a field on 215th Street near 468th Avenue on September 19, shortly after 5:30 p.m. Sheriff’s deputies say someone had deliberately left the roadway, gone into
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-18-26) — Jackrabbits in all 50 states united to tackle historic philanthropy on Sept. 10 during One Day for STATE. The SDSU Alumni & Foundation’s 10th annual giving day celebrated all things South Dakota State University and the impact that can be made through private gifts. In 24
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-18-26) — South Dakota State University’s Hilton M. Briggs Library is seeking artwork for its 2027 Jackrabbit Gallery Art Show, featuring the theme “Reflections.” SDSU students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to submit original artwork interpreting the theme. Submissions are due Nov. 22. The annual show will
Independent candidate for U.S. Senate Brian Bengs discusses his candidacy during a September 18 interview with Brookings Radio News. — Brookings Radio News
South Dakota State University President Barry Dunn discusses enrollment numbers at SDSU and the demographic cliff; One Day at State; the SDSU Metro Center in Sioux Falls; and the new on-campus sculpture honoring SDSU researcher Edgar McFadden during a Sept. 18 interview with Brookings Radio News. — Brookings Radio News
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-18-26) — South Dakota State University has been educating nursing and pharmacy students in Sioux Falls for nearly 30 years, but for most members of the community, it was likely a well-kept secret. Now those programs, along with others, have a new, highly visible healthcare education home base
BROOKINGS, SD (9-18-26) — Early and absentee voting for the November 3 election starts today. Bonnie Foster is Brookings City Clerk… “Early/absentee voting starts Friday, September 18, 8 a.m., first floor of the City-County Government Building. Come in the west entrance, and you can’t miss it. It’s going to be
PIERRE, SD (9-16-26) — In celebration of National Arts in Education Week, Sept. 13-19, 2026, Governor Larry Rhoden and the South Dakota Arts Council announce the opening of the Governor’s Student Art Competition. “Arts are an important part of a well-rounded education,” said Governor Larry Rhoden. “They give students a
Pierre, S.D. (9-17-26) — The South Dakota Department of Education is pleased to congratulate Christina Berger as the 2027 Teacher of the Year (TOY). Earlier this evening, Secretary of Education Dr. Joseph Graves announced the official designation during the annual TOY Banquet in Fort Pierre, SD. Berger is a third-grade
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-17-26) — Researchers at South Dakota State University are recruiting participants for StrengthenHER, a multiyear research study designed to help women ages 50 to 75 reduce their risk of sarcopenia, the age‑related loss of muscle mass that can affect strength, mobility and long‑term independence. StrengthenHER is a 16‑week
Eye on the SkyBy Brookings County Emergency Management Director Bob Hill BROOKINGS COUNTY (9-18-26) — Welcoming the Shift Into Fall: Safety, Harvest, and the Changing Landscape As temperatures begin to cool and recent rains add a welcomed brightness to the landscape, the unmistakable signs of fall are steadily emerging across
