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Nearly 40 South Dakota students just won full scholarships that cover tuition and fees, with one catch that's actually great news: they'll use their degrees to build careers right at home. The Dakota Corp Scholarship program is investing in the state's future by funding education in exchange for graduates filling critical job shortages.
High school senior Liz Boschee launched a javelin 147 feet to break South Dakota's all-time record and win her championship by 18 feet. Her historic throw capped a remarkable day that saw 13 state records fall at the South Dakota Track and Field Championships.
Two gymnastics teams defended their state titles in South Dakota, showing dedication and skill on the mat. Harrisburg dominated Class AA while Estelline-Hendricks claimed Class A glory in front of home crowds.
South Dakota just greenlit a $750 million wind farm that will become the state's largest clean energy generator. The massive project will power thousands of homes while creating jobs in rural Haakon County.
South Dakota just greenlit a $750 million wind farm that will become the state's biggest clean energy project. The massive development will power hundreds of thousands of homes while pumping $145 million into local communities over three decades.
South Dakota just greenlit a $750 million wind farm that will power hundreds of thousands of homes and become the state's largest clean energy project. The 333-megawatt facility will create 200 construction jobs and pump $145 million into local communities over three decades.
A new startup in Rockerville is solving two problems at once by transforming wildfire fuel into soil-saving biochar and electricity. Dakota BioChar's technology keeps carbon out of the atmosphere while helping farmers and powering homes.
Hundreds of high school seniors across north central North Dakota gathered to be celebrated for their academic excellence and community leadership. The 30-year tradition recognizes students as they prepare to take their talents across the country.
More than 150 leaders gathered to celebrate communities and people driving economic growth across southeast South Dakota. Three standout winners prove that small-town collaboration creates big wins.
A suicide prevention advocate is building a statewide volunteer network to support struggling LGBTQ+ youth across North Dakota's 47 legislative districts. Anyone can join, and volunteers work on their own terms to create resources and connections in their communities.
Six high school graduates from Mohall-Lansford-Sherwood High School just received $15,000 in scholarships to pursue careers that will strengthen rural North Dakota. The awards honor a couple's legacy of investing in their community's future.
South Dakota just greenlit a massive $750 million wind farm that will become the state's largest, powering hundreds of thousands of homes while pumping $145 million into local communities over three decades. The project shows how rural America is leading the nation's clean energy revolution.
A groundbreaking thermal energy storage system in Big Stone City, South Dakota, is turning wasted wind power into heat stored in carbon blocks, powering an ethanol plant and pioneering a new way to capture renewable energy. This first-of-its-kind commercial facility proves clean energy can be stored cheaply and used when needed most.
Ten coaches and one athletic director from South Dakota will be inducted into national halls of fame this summer, celebrating careers spanning decades of championships and student mentorship. Their combined service totals over 250 years of shaping young lives through sports.
Illinois Wesleyan University's eighth annual Unity Gala returns March 7 with a garden-themed celebration of campus diversity. The free event draws 400 students, faculty, and alumni for cultural performances, food, and dancing.
The Fargo Vipers just made history, winning North Dakota's first-ever girls flag football championship with an 11-1 season. Dreams that once seemed impossible are now coming true on the field.
Earth Team volunteers donated over 350 hours in 2025 to help South Dakota protect wetlands, wildlife habitats, and farmland through the USDA's conservation program. Their unpaid work stretched federal resources and delivered over $12,000 in benefits to farmers and taxpayers.
Solid carbon blocks are now storing wind energy as heat and powering a major biofuel facility in South Dakota—and the entire system went from construction to operation in under 12 months. This breakthrough could transform how American factories use renewable energy.
Five South Dakota school superintendents are being recognized for their decades of service, innovation, and student-focused leadership. The awards celebrate educators who've transformed their districts through community partnerships, new technology, and expanded opportunities for students.
Undergraduates at Virginia Wesleyan University just released a peer-reviewed academic journal entirely written, edited, and managed by students themselves. The publication showcases research on everything from climate action to global policy, proving young scholars are ready to contribute to real-world conversations.
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