South Dakota Media Hub

Welcome to the media hub for AARP South Dakota.

You can find recent news releases below. If you need additional information or would like to contact someone regarding an interview, please reach out to Mary Michaels, Communications Director, at mmichaels@aarp.org or call 605-254-2012.

AARP South Dakota Media Releases

More Than 2300 Older South Dakotans Benefit from Free Tax Help

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free in-person and virtual tax assistance and preparation each year, focusing on adults over 50 with low income.

Hill City Fifth Grader Receives South Dakota Grandparent Essay Honors

AARP South Dakota congratulates the 2025 South Dakota Grandparent Essay Award Winner, Gabriella Isakson, a fifth grader from Hill City.

Meet the New Volunteer State President: Doug DeGroot

Doug DeGroot of Sioux Falls recently began his term as the volunteer state president for AARP South Dakota.

When "The Check's In the Mail" Really Isn't: What to know about fake-check scams

Several scams rely on convincing a person to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. The scammers then convince their target to use the money in a specific way.

How to Fly the Friendly Skies – and Avoid Scammers

The deadline is coming – in fact, it's almost here. Beginning May 7, 2025, airline passengers need an enhanced driver's license, known as Real ID, or a passport to board a plane.

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