South Dakota Approves Chlorine-Free Pools for Small Lodges
New legislation allows establishments with 15 or fewer rooms to install biofilter systems for their pools.
Push for Publicly Funded Charter Schools Fails in South Dakota Senate
South Dakota Lawmakers Enter Day 23 of Legislative Session
Crime
Tennessee Man Charged for Leaving Dogs in Freezing Car
Community members intervened to save the neglected animals in Pierre, South Dakota.

Minnehaha County Sheriff Mike Milstead Announces Retirement
Milstead has served as sheriff since 1997 and is endorsing Captain Josh Phillips as his successor.
South Dakota Highway Patrol Announces February Sobriety Checkpoints
Checkpoints planned in 15 counties, including 4 in West River region
Lifestyle
South Dakota Senate Approves School Cellphone Ban
The bill now heads to the House after a 19-15 vote in the Senate.

South Dakota Senate Backs School Cellphone Ban
Legislation would limit student cellphone use during the school day, with some exceptions.
AARP South Dakota Honors Outstanding Volunteer Leaders
Annual Volunteer Summit and Lobby Day celebrates community impact
Health
Jones County Only South Dakota County Without Flu Cases This Season
Fourteen flu-related deaths reported statewide, with Minnehaha County seeing the most

South Dakota House to Vote on Kratom Ban
Bill advances after testimony on kratom-related deaths
South Dakota Bill Aims to Allow Healthcare Providers to Refuse Services
Proposed legislation would grant providers right to opt out of treatments that violate their beliefs
Politics
South Dakota Joins Coalition To Restrict Abortion Access
State Attorney General Marty Jackley signs on to lawsuit challenging FDA rule expansion

South Dakota Senate Committee Passes Bill to Create County and Township Infrastructure Fund
SB236 would allocate unobligated rural access infrastructure funds to counties and townships
Former Pierre Mayor Laurie Gill Announces State House Run
Gill seeks to represent District 24 after incumbent's retirement announcement.
Sports
Notre Dame Targets Top 2027 Tight End Recruit
Coach Harris Bivin leads the charge for Cooper Terwilliger, the top prospect in South Dakota.

Oahe Zap Baseball Team Celebrates Schedule Release
Fort Pierre bar hosts lively event for local summer baseball squad
Pierre Native Grey Zabel Prepares for Super Bowl LX
The rookie offensive lineman has anchored the Seattle Seahawks' offensive line this season.