Central South Dakota News

Senator Mike Rounds, who represents South Dakota in the U.S. Senate, recently shared updates on his official Twitter account about local achievements and community members.

On July 31, 2025, Senator Rounds acknowledged the efforts of his summer interns by posting: "What a great group of DC summer interns! Thanks to Bella from Madison, Evan from Flandreau, Claire from Pierre and Joe from Mitchell. Thank you for your dedication and hard work this summer, and good luck in your future endeavors."

Later that day, he highlighted the importance of internship programs during National Intern Day. In his post dated July 31, 2025, Senator Rounds stated: "On National Intern Day, we’re proud to highlight a program that invests in future leaders and drives real impact. Watch here: https://t.co/31RGjDUB1v #NationalInternDay #InternshipProgram #FutureLeaders"

On August 1, 2025, Senator Rounds announced a significant milestone for the Jewish community in South Dakota. He wrote: "Rabbi Mendel Alperowitz, came in with his wonderful wife Mussie, Stephen Rosenthal, and Carol Rosenthal to share the good news of the new Chabad Jewish Community Center breaking ground in Sioux Falls. This is the first-ever Jewish community center built in South Dakota!"

Internship programs like those referenced by Senator Rounds are common among congressional offices and are designed to provide students with firsthand experience in government operations while helping them develop professional skills.

The announcement regarding the Chabad Jewish Community Center marks a historic development for South Dakota's Jewish population; until now there had not been a dedicated Jewish community center established within the state.