Jul 06, 2020
Braving the Dangers of the ArenaWhether you’re visiting one of our largest cities or smallest towns, South Dakota is a state that prides itself on the close-knit nature of our communities.
Jun 30, 2020
Legislation to Protect and Help Victims of Human Trafficking to Take Effect on July 1stOn July 1, 2020, legislation to better protect and help victims of human trafficking in South Dakota will take effect.
Occupational Licensing Reforms to Take Effect on July 1stOn July 1, 2020, several reforms to occupational licensing will take effect in South Dakota.
State Paid Family Leave to Take Effect on July 1stOn July 1, 2020, Paid Family Leave for state employees will take effect.
County Zoning and Development Reforms to Take Effect on July 1stOn July 1, 2020, reforms to the county zoning and appeals process will take effect in South Dakota.
Jun 29, 2020
Gov. Noem Rebukes SCOTUS Decision on June MedicalToday, Governor Kristi Noem rebuked the United States Supreme Court’s decision on the June Medical case, which rejected a common-sense requirement that abortionists hold admitting privileges at a nearby hospital.
Jun 26, 2020
Not on My Watch.For weeks now, we have been witnessing a troubling turning point in our nation’s history.
Governor Noem Signs Two Executive OrdersToday, Governor Kristi Noem signed two executive orders to give flexibility as South Dakota continues to fight the spread of COVID-19.
Jun 25, 2020
South Dakota to Replenish Unemployment Trust Fund with CRF DollarsToday, Governor Kristi Noem announced that South Dakota is utilizing Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) dollars to replenish the South Dakota Unemployment Compensation Trust Fund.
Update on Mine Draw FireThe Mine Draw Fire is currently active in Custer State Park between Hwy 16A and Center Lake.
Jun 19, 2020
Governor Noem Appoints Crabtree to State SenateGovernor Kristi Noem announced today that she will appoint Casey Crabtree of Madison to the South Dakota State Senate, representing District 8.
A Message to South Dakota Dads: Happy Father’s DayStrong families are often built around strong dads.
Jun 18, 2020
Gov. Noem Proclaims June 19th “Juneteenth Day” in South DakotaGovernor Kristi Noem proclaimed June 19th, 2020, as “Juneteenth Day,” in South Dakota in memory of the 155th anniversary of the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation.
South Dakota Maintains AAA Credit RatingMoody’s Investors Service announced they have reaffirmed South Dakota’s AAA Issuer Credit Rating, the highest rating available, with a stable outlook.
Flags at Half-Staff on Friday, June 19, to Honor Sioux Falls Fire Captain Kendall WardGovernor Kristi Noem today ordered that flags be flown at half-staff statewide from sunrise until sundown on Friday, June 19, 2020, in honor of Sioux Falls Fire Captain Kendall Ward
Jun 17, 2020
Gov. Noem Holds Discussion with Key Law Enforcement OfficialsYesterday, Governor Noem sat down with key members of the law enforcement community from across South Dakota.
Jun 12, 2020
Lessons Learned from COVID-19COVID-19 has given us many unique challenges. As I’ve repeatedly said, this situation is historic in the worst way.
Jun 10, 2020
Gov. Noem Recognizes Move Over Awareness MonthJune is Move Over Awareness Month in South Dakota, and today Governor Kristi Noem reminded all South Dakotans to drive safely and move over when passing stopped vehicles, especially emergency vehicles.
Jun 08, 2020
Gov. Noem Outlines Lessons Learned from COVID-19Today, Governor Kristi Noem outlined some of the lessons that South Dakota has learned from our fight against COVID-19.
Jun 05, 2020
The Protests Served Their Purpose—Now It’s Time to Problem SolveProtests have a purpose. People protest when they feel like they’re not being heard.
Jun 02, 2020
Gov. Noem Congratulates Justice Jensen on Selection as Next Chief JusticeGovernor Kristi Noem today issued the following statement congratulating Justice Steven Jensen on his selection as the next Chief Justice of the South Dakota Supreme Court
May 31, 2020
Gov. Noem Activates National Guard to Assist in Sioux FallsGovernor Kristi Noem has activated the National Guard to immediately assist with violent riots in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
May 29, 2020
South Dakota: Beautiful and FreeI may be biased, but I think South Dakota is one of the most beautiful places in the world.
Governor Noem Signs Emergency Declaration for Day CountyYesterday, Governor Kristi Noem signed an emergency declaration for Day County, South Dakota.
May 26, 2020
Governor Noem Signs Executive Orders to Fight COVID-19Today, Governor Kristi Noem signed two executive orders to help in South Dakota’s fight against the spread of COVID-19.
May 22, 2020
Thanking the FallenThis Memorial Day we once again have an opportunity to say “thank you” to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice to ensure that the United States remains the greatest country in the world.
May 18, 2020
Governor Noem Signs Executive Order to Give Flexibility in Fight against COVID-19Today, Governor Kristi Noem signed an executive order to give flexibility in South Dakota’s fight against the spread of COVID-19.
May 15, 2020
Our Plan to Ramp Up TestingAs communities work their way back to normal, one of the tools in our fight against COVID-19 that we will continue to ramp up is mass testing.
May 13, 2020
Flags at Half-Staff on Friday for Peace Officers Memorial DayGovernor Kristi Noem today ordered that flags be flown at half-staff in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day from sunrise until sundown on Friday, May 15, 2020.
May 11, 2020
Governor Noem Signs Executive Order to Give Flexibility in Fight against COVID-19Today, Governor Kristi Noem signed an executive order to give flexibility in South Dakota’s fight against the spread of COVID-19.
May 08, 2020
A Message and a Thank YouI have two things that I’d like to share with you this week: a message about South Dakota tourism, and a personal thanks to a dear friend of mine.
Governor Noem to Tribes: Remove All CheckpointsGovernor Kristi Noem today sent letters to Chairman Harold Frazier of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe and President Bear Runner of the Oglala Sioux Tribe demanding that checkpoints be removed from State and US Highways.
Governor Noem Announces House District 22 Legislative AppointmentGovernor Kristi Noem today announced that she is appointing Lynn Schneider of Huron to represent District 22 in the South Dakota State House of Representatives.
May 05, 2020
Secretary Vanneman Announces Retirement. Lieutenant Governor Rhoden to Step In as Interim SecretarySecretary Kim Vanneman, Secretary of the South Dakota Department of Agriculture, publicly announced her retirement today.
May 01, 2020
President Trump Announces He Will Join Us at Mt. Rushmore for FireworksToday, President Donald J. Trump announced he plans to join Governor Kristi Noem on July 3rd for the fireworks at Mount Rushmore in honor of Independence Day.
Governor Noem Signs Executive Order to Give Updated Guidance for State EmployeesToday, Governor Kristi Noem signed an executive order to give updated guidance to state employees and agencies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Getting Back to NormalI know everyone is eager to get back to their daily routines and dive back into what they love doing.
Apr 30, 2020
Governor Noem Signs Executive Order to Give Flexibility in Fight against COVID-19Today, Governor Kristi Noem signed an executive order to give flexibility in South Dakota’s fight against the spread of COVID-19.
Apr 28, 2020
Governor Noem Announces ‘Back to Normal’ PlanToday, Governor Kristi Noem announced her plan to help South Dakotans get “Back to Normal” following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr 24, 2020
Looking Out for Each OtherCOVID-19 is challenging our state and our people in ways that we’ve never seen before.
Apr 23, 2020
Governor Noem Releases Finalized CDC Report Pertaining to Smithfield FoodsToday, Governor Kristi Noem released the finalized report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) regarding Smithfield Foods in Sioux Falls.
Apr 22, 2020
Blair Brothers Angus Ranch to Receive South Dakota Leopold Conservation AwardToday, in conjunction with Earth Day, Governor Kristi Noem announced that Blair Brothers Angus has been selected for the South Dakota Leopold Conservation Award®.
Apr 21, 2020
Governor Noem and GOED Announce Small Business Relief Fund LoansToday, Governor Kristi Noem and the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) announced the first 94 loan recipients of Governor Noem’s Small Business Relief Fund.
Apr 20, 2020
Governor Noem Signs Executive Order to Help South Dakota Pork ProducersToday, Governor Kristi Noem signed an executive order to help South Dakota’s pork producers as the industry faces the impact of COVID-19.
Apr 17, 2020
Governor Noem Announces National Guard Site Locations to Fight COVID-19Today, Governor Kristi Noem announced that the South Dakota National Guard had selected locations in Sioux Falls and Rapid City to assist in the COVID-19 response.
Going on Offense against COVID-19For many weeks, I have said that South Dakota is going to let the science, facts, and data drive our decision-making in the fight against COVID-19.
Apr 16, 2020
Gov. Noem Orders Flags at Half-Staff to Honor Late Rep. Bob GlanzerGovernor Kristi Noem today ordered that flags be flown at half-staff in honor of the late State Representative Bob Glanzer from sunrise until sundown on Monday, April 20, 2020.
Governor Noem Signs Executive Order to Fight COVID-19PIERRE, S.D. - Yesterday, Governor Kristi Noem signed an executive order to continue South Dakota’s fight against the spread of COVID-19.
Apr 13, 2020
Gov Noem Announces South Dakota will Be First State with a Hydroxychloroquine Statewide Clinical Trial to Help Fight COVID-19SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Today, Governor Kristi Noem announced that South Dakota, with Sanford Health leading the effort, will be the first state with a comprehensive, statewide clinical trial to determine the effectiveness of hydroxychloroquine in treating and preventing COVID-19.
Apr 10, 2020
A Marathon, Not a Sprint: South Dakota’s Fight against COVID-19South Dakotans are stepping up. They are taking personal responsibility to keep themselves, their loved ones, and their fellow citizens safe.
Apr 09, 2020
Governor Noem Signs Executive Order to Extend COVID-19 Emergency DeclarationToday, Governor Kristi Noem signed an extension of her previous executive orders to continue South Dakota’s fight against the spread of COVID-19.
Apr 08, 2020
ICYMI: Governor Noem Signs Executive Order to Fight COVID-19Yesterday, Governor Kristi Noem signed an executive order to fight the spread of COVID-19 in South Dakota.
Gov. Noem Proclaims Wednesday, April 8, 2020, as Statewide Day of PrayerGovernor Kristi Noem has proclaimed Wednesday April 8, 2020, as a Statewide Day of Prayer.