Key takeaways from Gov. Larry Rhoden's address to the state legislature
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden did not deviate greatly from Noem's executive agenda, but there are early differences between the administrations.
New SD Governor Larry Rhoden says immediate focus is getting to work, not his political future
New South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden deflected questions about his political future during his swearing-in ceremony Monday at the Capitol. When asked by the media if he plans to run in the 2026 race for governor,
Larry Rhoden gave his first address to the South Dakota Legislature as governor. Read it here
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden delivered his first joint address to the South Dakota Legislature as governor on Tuesday. His full speech is here:
Larry Rhoden takes oath of office to be South Dakota's 34th Governor
Governor Rhoden grew up as a rancher in Meade County and served in the South Dakota National Guard from 1978 to 1985. He has stated that said experience has prepared him to tackle the most pressing issue that South Dakotans face. Republican State Senator Helene Duhamel of district 32 in Rapid City gave her remarks while congratulating Rhoden.
Larry Rhoden sworn in as governor; will address Legislature Tuesday
Gov. Larry Rhoden was sworn in Monday, and will address the Legislature for the first time in his new role Tuesday.
Larry Rhoden: 'Rest assured that I’m ready to serve as your governor'
Kristi Noem's confirmation as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security on Saturday triggers the Union Center native's rise as the 34th governor of South Dakota.
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden taps Sioux Falls lawmaker for lieutenant governor role
Gov. Larry Rhoden said he chose Tony Venhuizen as lieutenant governor for his knowledge of the Legislature and experience in the executive branch.
South Dakota executive deck shuffled amid Larry Rhoden's succession to governor
Amid Larry Rhoden's succession to South Dakota governor, several executive staffers under former Gov. Kristi Noem were shuffled into new roles.
Rhoden signals support for property tax reform
In his first week in the state’s highest office, Governor Larry Rhoden has set his sights at least in part on property tax ...
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Rhoden: ‘I’ve felt so truly blessed’
I’ve felt so truly blessed,” Rhoden said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not ...
SD reactions to Kristi Noem’s confirmation as DHS Secretary, Larry Rhoden becoming Governor
Saturday was a big day for South Dakota with the second person from the state to ever serve in a Presidential cabinet and a ...
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A 22-year-old Rapid City man is behind bars after Rapid City Police say he led officers on a pursuit during a traffic stop. The Oglala Sioux Tribe and Sacred Storm combined forces to hand out ...
Larry Rhoden to take Oath of Office today
Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., on Sunday blasted President Donald Trump for his decision to fire 18 inspectors general late ...
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For Rhoden, Venhuizen: A week of making history
Something rare is taking place at the South Dakota Capitol this week, as a new governor, Larry Rhoden, and a new lieutenant ...
Rhoden commits to new prison and school choice in first speech as governor
South Dakota Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden didn’t unveil any new proposals in his first gubernatorial address to state ...
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Governor Rhoden Announces Staff Changes
Governor Rhoden has made a few other adjustments to staff responsibilities in the Governor’s Office, ensuring an exceptional team is in place to keep South Dakota strong, safe, and free. Scheduling ...