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- 1Physicists hunt dark matter a mile underground in South Dakotaโ๐ WATCH: About 85% of all matter across the # universe remains undetected by standard scientific instruments. Operating
Roughly 85% of the matter in the universe has never been directly detected, as it does not interact with standard scientific instruments. UCLA astrophysicist Alvine Kamaha and the LUX-ZEPLIN collaboration are working to change that, operating a detector nearly 1.6 kilometres underground in South Dakota to catch rare particle interactions from dark matter.
- 2South Dakota regenerative farming found profitable and climate-friendlyโผSD regenerative farming makes money, reverses climate change: study
A new study highlighted by Public News Service says regenerative farming in South Dakota is both profitable for farmers and beneficial for the climate, helping reverse effects of climate change. The findings suggest practices like cover cropping and reduced tilling can pay off financially while restoring soil health, a message likely to fuel ongoing debates over sustainable agriculture.
- 3South Dakota governor candidates clash on data centers and educationโผSouth Dakota governor candidates clash on data centers, education, economic development
Candidates running for governor of South Dakota have clashed in debate over data centers, education funding and economic development, according to reporting from South Dakota Searchlight. The exchanges highlight differing visions for how the state should grow its economy and support public schools heading into the election.
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Lee Enterprises has acquired the Argus Leader, the daily newspaper of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, as part of a four-newspaper transaction. The deal adds the publication to Lee's large portfolio of regional US papers and continues the industry pattern of consolidation among local newspaper chains. Further financial details of the transaction have not been reported.
- 5Scientists Hunt Dark Matter a Mile Underground in South Dakotaโ๐ ICYMI: About 85% of all matter across the # universe remains undetected by standard scientific instruments. Operating
Roughly 85% of all matter in the universe is dark matter, invisible to standard scientific instruments. UCLA astrophysicist Alvine Kamaha and the LUX-ZEPLIN collaboration are searching for it using a detector operating nearly a mile (1.6 km) underground in South Dakota, where rock shielding blocks cosmic rays so rare particle interactions from dark matter can be tracked.
- 6Sturgis Area Arts Council Unveils Busy October ScheduleโผSturgis Area Arts Council Announces Packed October Lineup: Art, History, and Community Discussions
The Sturgis Area Arts Council in South Dakota has announced a full schedule of events for October, covering art exhibitions, local history, and community discussions. The council says the lineup is designed to bring residents together through a mix of cultural programming. The announcement was reported by regional news outlet KOTA Territory News.
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A column by Kahler in the South Dakota Standard examines what a flat economy means in practice, arguing that sluggish growth is now the condition people and policymakers must adapt to rather than a temporary downturn. The piece reflects a broader debate about stagnant wages, limited opportunity and how households and businesses plan under persistent economic stagnation.
- 8South Dakota State tied for second at Badger InvitationalโSDSU TIED FOR SECOND HEADED TO FINAL DAY OF BADGER INVITATIONAL
South Dakota State University's golf team is tied for second place going into the final round of the Badger Invitational. The Jackrabbits remain in contention on the last day of the tournament, with the final standings to be decided in the closing round.