Governors after leaving office

On January 5, 2019, Gov. Dennis Daugaard will leave office as his successor, Kristi Noem, is sworn in as South … More

Closest elections for South Dakota governor

This post has been updated to include the results of the 2018 election. The closest gubernatorial election in South Dakota history … More

With the 2018 Republican primary for governor one week away, the Argus Leader and Keloland-TV report a dead heat between … More

Twelve South Dakota governors served in the armed forces. The list included 5 U.S. Army veterans, 3 U.S. Navy veterans, … More