She got her first passport at 39 and flew to Thailand. Years later, she retired there with her husband.
These days, as retirees, the only things Tye and Chip Pierpont schedule and adhere to are doctor appointments.
May 4, 2026Open source
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Nebraska holds off South Dakota State, advances in baseball regional
On a wild day in college baseball that saw eight of the first 13 games go in favor of the lower-seeded team, No. 13 overall seed Nebraska escaped its first h...
May 30, 2026Open source
Very windy and dry conditions create high fire danger today
(Dakota News Now) - We gave another dry and breezy day ahead. This morning is starting out much warmer compared to yesterday, with lows in the 50s and 60s, b...
May 12, 2026Open source
A frosty start then hot and windy conditions to start the new workweek
(Dakota News Now) - After a chilly start to the day, we’ll be heating things up for the rest of the week! This morning, Frost Advisories have been issued f...
May 11, 2026Open source
Time to shine nears: Plan for traffic, parking impacts on South Dakota State’s graduation day
BROOKINGS — South Dakota State University is hosting its 140th commencement ceremonies on May 9 at First Bank & Trust Arena. Community members shou...
May 8, 2026Open source
From bouquets to filet mignon: What Instacart orders reveal about the best Mother's Day gifts in South Dakota
If you’re wondering what people are actually buying this Mother’s Day, new data has the answer. According to the National Retail Federation and Prosper I...
May 6, 2026Open source
Winner’s Jaxon Day turns setback into state-leading discus mark
After a 13th-place finish at the Class A state track and field meet a season ago, the Warrior junior leads the state of South Dakota in discus with a top mar...
May 6, 2026Open source
Climate Change And South Dakota’s Future
Last week’s Earth Day observances presented an opportunity for environmental groups, from global to local levels, to discuss the state of our environment a...
May 2, 2026Open source
Track & Field: USD Wins Six Events On First Day Of South Dakota Challenge
VERMILLION — South Dakota athletes won six events on the opening day of the South Dakota Challenge track and field meet, Friday in Vermillion.
May 2, 2026Open source
State kicks off $3 million fundraising campaign for Waubay fish hatchery upgrades
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden appeared in Watertown to launch a $3 million fundraising campaign for upgrades to an eastern South Dakota fish hatchery.
May 30, 2026Open source
Red, white, & back again: 4th of July parade revival for America’s 250th
The Sioux Falls Independence Day Parade is returning after years away, with organizers launching a new fundraising campaign, the 250 for 250 Club, to help en...
May 15, 2026Open source
Decision 2026: Auch Sets Sights On County Post
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first in a series of profiles on the Republican candidates for Yankton County Commission. The primary election day is June 2. Ea...
May 12, 2026Open source
50 years later, rural post office bomber remains a mystery
The bomber and intended target remain unknown, but Ivend Holen, the assistant postmaster, was killed when he was sorting through the day's mail.
May 13, 2026Open source
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Healy, Steffensen and Olszewski take home preliminary awards at Miss South Dakota
Miss Sioux Falls Kianna Healy, of Hartford, and Miss Hub City Briley Steffensen, also of Hartford, won preliminary awards at the Miss South Dakota competitio...
May 30, 2026Open source
Huskers beat South Dakota State at NCAA Baseball Regional, 4-1
The Nebraska baseball team is hosting South Dakota State at Haymarket Park for the NCAA Baseball Regional on Friday.
May 30, 2026Open source
Nebraska baseball fans celebrate following regional win over South Dakota State
Nebraska baseball defeated South Dakota State Friday afternoon 4-1 in the first game of the Lincoln Regional.
May 30, 2026Open source
Nebraska baseball turns to ace Carson Jasa for Lincoln regional opener
Nebraska baseball begins its NCAA tournament run Friday against South Dakota State, with ace Carson Jasa starting to set the tone for the weekend.
May 29, 2026Open source
Nebraska baseball coach discusses decision to start Carson Jasa
Nebraska baseball coach Will Bolt spoke on Thursday about the decision to start Carson Jasa in Friday's regional opener vs. South Dakota State.
May 28, 2026Open source
Nebraska softball team comes from behind to down Coyotes
The No. 1 Nebraska softball team was down one run going into the fifth, but scored four unanswered runs and defeated the South Dakota Coyotes, 4-1, on Friday...
May 16, 2026Open source
After slow start, Nebraska softball's 'deep breath' delivers NCAA regional-opening win
Nebraska infielder Bella Bacon (3) is congratulated by pitcher/utility Emmerson Cope (33) after Bacon’s line-drive catch at first to end the game during th...
May 16, 2026Open source
Just: Nebraska softball kept worry at bay — and pesky Coyotes from pulling upset
Nebraska infielder Bella Bacon (3) is congratulated by pitcher/utility Emmerson Cope (33) after Bacon’s line-drive catch at first to end the game during th...
May 16, 2026Open source
CO2 pipeline company keeps route to South Dakota border
Summit Carbon Solutions announced a change in the Iowa pipeline route on Wednesday.
May 15, 2026Open source
SDSU baseball: McDowell extends hitless streak as Jacks clinch conference tournament berth
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May 14, 2026Open source
USD: At Commencement, Tuve Urges Grads To ‘Give Back’
VERMILLION — Susan Tuve told graduates of the University of South Dakota Saturday that her education at the Vermillion campus helped her advance in her car...
May 12, 2026Open source
Groups asked to submit events planned during Buffalo Days
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May 12, 2026Open source
'Heart for helping': SD Mines All-American Gus Fink doubles as volunteer firefighter
A play from the Black Hills State men's basketball team's win against South Dakota Mines on Tuesday, Dec. 2.
May 12, 2026Open source
Carrington woman dies in rollover crash Monday in Stutsman County
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May 12, 2026Open source
Cleanup week begins in Jamestown
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May 12, 2026Open source
Tea Area takes down Kernel softball
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May 12, 2026Open source
Students, community are who we serve, says board while lauding success of multiple groups
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May 12, 2026Open source
Why the Wolves are built for the postseason
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May 12, 2026Open source
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Pierpont is in Day County, South Dakota.
Region: Eastern South Dakota
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Nebraska holds off South Dakota State, advances in baseball regional
On a wild day in college baseball that saw eight of the first 13 games go in favor of the lower-seeded team, No. 13 overall seed Nebraska escaped its first h...
May 30, 2026Open source
Snowbirds allege poll workers changed them to federal voters without instruction to prove residency
A couple who spend winters in Arizona and the rest of the year in South Dakota said they were given a federal-only ballot and denied a state-local ballot.
May 30, 2026Open source
Rule changes for kinship care boost number of Native American foster homes, state says
The number of licensed Native American foster homes in South Dakota has grown by 44% since the adoption of new rules.
May 30, 2026Open source
What South Dakotans need to know about new laws and their rights before they vote
Reporter Meghan O’Brien talks with Samantha Chapman of the ACLU of South Dakota about the things voters need to know for the election.
May 30, 2026Open source
‘Switchyard Social’: All aboard the Mitchell craft beer festival!
Mitchell, South Dakota's historic rail yard district, is trading train whistles for beer taps as Palace City Brewing launches its first-ever “Switchyard So...
May 30, 2026Open source
Healy, Steffensen and Olszewski take home preliminary awards at Miss South Dakota
Miss Sioux Falls Kianna Healy, of Hartford, and Miss Hub City Briley Steffensen, also of Hartford, won preliminary awards at the Miss South Dakota competitio...
May 30, 2026Open source
Foster Friendly app links foster families to support and discounts
South Dakota Kids Belong is encouraging local shops, restaurants, and service providers to become “foster-friendly” businesses, offering exclusive discou...
May 30, 2026Open source
Huskers beat South Dakota State at NCAA Baseball Regional, 4-1
The Nebraska baseball team is hosting South Dakota State at Haymarket Park for the NCAA Baseball Regional on Friday.
May 30, 2026Open source
Parkston senior builds future in electrical work through Build Dakota Scholarship
Hands-on experience and financial goals shape Hayden Mette’s path toward a career in electrical construction
May 15, 2026Open source
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