Originally the southern part of the Dakota Territory, the 40th state, South Dakota, traces its name to the original inhabitants, the Lakota and Dakota Sioux. The official nickname is the Mount Rushmore State, due to the existence of that monument in the Black Hills, which is west of the Badlands. The largest city is Sioux Falls, and the capital is Pierre.
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Regular Websites
Legal information for residents of South Dakota. The online legal library has resources on housing, civil procedure, wills, conservatorship, self help and taxation. - Help South Dakota
http://www.helpsouthdakota.com
A variety of information and resources are provided through the official state government site, including profiles of state agencies and departments, elected officials, and state-sponsored programs. Also features travel information, endangered persons alerts, and a directory of state resources. - South Dakota
http://www.sd.gov/
South Dakota Chamber of Commerce & Industry
The benefits of membership in this business organization are defined, and a membership directory is presented, as well as a description of its business and educational programs. Also features a calendar of events and a legislative social calendar. - South Dakota Chamber of Commerce & Industry
http://www.sdchamber.biz/
South Dakota Economic Development
State business and economic development site includes information on doing business in South Dakota, and compares the state with other states. Also features a searchable database of available business properties, and provides details about financing and incentives, relocation, and a directory of manufacturers. - South Dakota Economic Development
http://www.sdreadytowork.com/
On its official site, the state's primary traffic and law enforcement agency features alerts, road and weather reports, and other news. Also included are laws and regulations governing driving and vehicle registration, and the ability to register license plates and vehicles online. - South Dakota Highway Patrol
http://www.hp.state.sd.us/
South Dakota Office of the Attorney General
The official site of the state's chief lawyer includes general office information, profiles of its divisions, and of its various programs and services. Online resources include access to the state's sex offender registry, and to other public documents and reports. - South Dakota Office of the Attorney General
http://www.state.sd.us/attorney/
South Dakota Office of Tourism
The state agency charged with promoting travel and tourism highlights the history of the state, and gives suggestions as to things to do and places to go, including vacation packages and a travel directory. Also features an online trip planner. - South Dakota Office of Tourism
http://www.travelsd.com/