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The South Dakota Secretary of State’s Office at the Capitol in Pierre. (Photo by John Hult/South Dakota Searchlight)
By Joshua Haiar
A Democrat’s campaign finance report shows some of his contributions coming from across the political divide as he campaigns for South Dakota secretary of state, after the Republican incumbent endorsed him.
A report filed this week shows Democratic nominee Terrence Davis, of Sioux Falls, raised about $53,500 since May and spent about $18,400.
By Makenzie Huber
EDITOR’S NOTE: If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. There is also an online chat at 988lifeline.org.
The number of South Dakotans who died by suicide increased to 214 in 2025, according to new state data.
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President Donald Trump speaks during an Oct. 19, 2026, rally at the Heartland Credit Union Arena in Park City, Kansas. (Photo by Sherman Smith/Kansas Reflector)
By Shauneen Miranda
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s midterm travel blitz will continue in the coming days, with Election Day on Nov. 3 now less than two weeks out, headlining rallies in several states hosting hard-fought Senate contests seen as toss-ups.
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