Midterm Voting in Motion: Early voting is underway for the 2026 midterms, with South Dakota voters able to cast absentee ballots in person as election officials warn that redistricting fights have shuffled millions of voters into new districts. Voting Rules & Access: A federal judge said a voter-case challenge is “moot” after South Dakota’s secretary of state reissued guidance on “federal-only” voters, a status that bars state and local voting. Medicaid Ballot Confusion: South Dakota’s Amendment I language is drawing scrutiny: lawmakers say it won’t automatically end expanded Medicaid, but Attorney General Marty Jackley says it would repeal the expansion if federal funding drops below 90%, setting up a confusing choice for voters. Teacher Spotlight: Harrisburg third-grade teacher Christina Berger was named South Dakota Teacher of the Year, recognized for classroom impact and strong ties with families. Local Growth & Learning: SDSU celebrated the opening of the SDSU Metro Center in Sioux Falls, expanding visible healthcare training space for students. Community & Culture: Sioux Falls is landing in the Top 10 for newlyweds, with WalletHub-style rankings praising affordability, health access, and family-friendly conditions.