Legislative Recap: Week 4

OPINION — I write this week about three major issues, including Deadwood priorities, medical marijuana laws, and the governor’s heartbeat abortion ban controversy.  (Read full recap by clicking the link below). ...

Legislative Recap: Week 1

OPINION — It was great to get back to Pierre (last) week to re-start the people’s business and re-connect with friends from around the state. Things kicked off Tuesday with the Governor’s State of the State address. The overall theme was that South Dakota is growing...

The future of Black Hills State University

Oct 1, 2021 By Rep. Scott Odenbach, District 31 OPINION — On Wednesday evening, I attended a great meeting at the Joy Center in Spearfish to discuss the results and recommendations of the SB55 Task Force. The room was packed, and it was encouraging to see so many...