BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-14-26) — As the nation marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, South Dakota State University’s School of American and Global Studies will host a two-day public event built around a single printed sheet that shows the United States was a multilingual, globally interconnected
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-14-26) — The South Dakota State University School of Performing Arts announces the 2026-27 University Chamber Music Series, a four‑concert season bringing exceptional national artists to Brookings for intimate performances at the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center. All concerts are free and open to the public, continuing the
BROOKINGS (9-14-26) — On Thursday, September 24 at 6pm, the Brookings Public Library will be hosting their annual Pet Parade along 6th Avenue in front of the Brookings County Courthouse. Bring your pet and let them strut their stuff or just come to watch! Registered participants can dress up their
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-14-26) — First National Bank in Sioux Falls Agribusiness Division and Market President Brian Gilbert have been named the 2026 recipients of the South Dakota State University Friend of the Beef Industry award. First National Bank in Sioux Falls has supported South Dakota’s beef industry through specialized agricultural
Londa Nwadike — the David A. Thompson Endowed Department Head and Professor of Dairy and Food Science at SDSU — discusses the importance of the Midwest dairy industry, the new associate of science degree in dairy technology at SDSU, and the upcoming Dairy Drive Tailgate during a September 14 interview
BROOKINGS (9-14-26) — The Brookings Fire Department wins the annual local Heroes Behind the Badges Blood Drive — a friendly competition between the local fire and police departments to see who can solicit more donations for the Community Blood Bank. Troy Hughes is Brookings Fire Chief… “It’s really not about
Andrew Lewno reports on activities at South Dakota State University with his Campus Report for the week of September 14, 2026. — Brookings Radio News
PIERRE, S.D. (9-11-26) — Nine South Dakota Highway Patrol troopers graduated today during a ceremony in the Larkspur Landing Event Center. “Our law enforcement officers play a key role in keeping South Dakota strong, safe, and free,” said Governor Larry Rhoden. “Congratulations to our newest Highway Patrol troopers! We are
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-11-26) — South Dakota State University continues to be the university of choice for South Dakota students this fall with the highest number of in-state students in over a decade. SDSU’s total enrollment is near 12,000 students for the third consecutive year. SDSU’s fall 2026 enrollment is 11,901
Randy Grimsley, Development Director at the Brookings Area United Way, discusses the non-profit’s 2026-27 campaign during a September 11 interview with Brookings Radio News. View the Brookings Area United Way 2026-27 campaign video on YouTube — or learn more at https://brookingsunitedway.org/ — Brookings Radio News
PIERRE, S.D. (9-10-26) — As the United States continues to celebrate its historic 250th anniversary, the America 250 South Dakota Commission is proud to announce that America250’s nationwide mobile storytelling tour, Our American Story, is seeking South Dakota stories to tell. The tour will stop in Sioux Falls at the
PIERRE, S.D. (9-10-26) — South Dakota’s public universities welcomed a new class of students this fall, with enrollment data showing the system’s overall headcount holding steady and first-time freshman enrollment continuing to grow compared with last year’s class. The South Dakota Board of Regents system welcomed more than 35,000 students
