According to the South Dakota Mesonet, many locations are experiencing very dry soil conditions even down to 40 inches.

For the week ending March 30, 2025, topsoil moisture supplies in South Dakota rated 52% very short, 37% short, 11% adequate, and 0% surplus, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics ...

Despite a condition rating improvement in the last week, dry conditions have taken a toll on South Dakota’s winter wheat. “I ...

As planting season begins across the U.S., all of South Dakota falls under drought conditions on the U.S. Drought Monitor. Farmers across the region are making typical progress toward seeding fields.

Best of the West boys basketball teams are now out, with three teams and a "Rising Stars" squad. Rapid City Christian's ...