The South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association (SDCA), in partnership with South Dakota State University (SDSU), will be hosting Cattlemen’s Education Day on February 19, 2026, in Brookings, S.D. The event brings together industry leaders, educators and cattle producers for a day of learning and connecting.

Finish this sentence: I can’t wait until ___________. We all have something we just can’t wait for.

Working registered nurses (RN) will have another option for attaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. Dakota Wesleyan University is launching a fully online program to accommodate working nurses who are looking to expand their skills and find more career opportunities.

SDATAT is offering one $1500, one $1000, and one $500 scholarship to three senior high school students who reside in South Dakota, are currently attending a South Dakota public, private, or parochial high school or a home school program and live in a small town or township that is a current member of SDATAT. (A membership list is available on the sdtownships.com website) or contact your local town/township board. Graduates of the class of 2026 are eligible to apply for this scholarship. The student must use the scholarship for a college, university, or vocational school which has a physical presence in South Dakota.

The Internal Revenue Service announced Monday, January 26, 2026, as the opening of the nation’s 2026 filing season. This year, several new tax law provisions of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill become effective, which could impact federal taxes, credits and deductions.

The State Historic Preservation Office of the South Dakota State Historical Society is holding an essay contest. Prizes will be awarded to the top three essays during Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month, which is celebrated in May.