Normally, when South Dakota makes national headlines, it's pretty exciting for our state. Now, South Dakota is a topic for a popular comedy series. But for all the wrong reasons.

The sitcom South Park is not afraid to call out any celebrities or politicians in its episodes. The 27th season of the series is underway, and the latest episode highlights Former South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem. 

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READ MORE: Strike One: Former South Dakota Gov. Noem Stiffs Vice President

The now Secretary of Homeland Security is no stranger to the limelight, whether it's good or bad. However, this latest episode from South Park could be the biggest embarrassment in Secretary Noem's political career.

Parts of the new South Park episode talk about people joining ICE, and Kristi Noem makes an appearance in the orientation video. The video mentions the mission of ICE, and how Secretary Noem "does what's hard and inspires the new recruits at ICE." This includes her decision to put down her 14-month-old wirehair pointer named Cricket. This storyline in her book caused a lot of reactions and disappointment from dog owners across the nation. And yes, South Park even pointed out Noem's recent...enhancements.

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So What Was Kristi Noem's Reaction To Her Moment on South Park?

According to multiple reports, including on the Glenn Beck podcast, Secretary Noem views this takedown as "petty" and "lazy."

"I just think it's...um...yeah, it never ends. But it's so lazy to just constantly make fun of women for how they look. Only the liberals and the extremists do that.”

Kristi Noem has not seen the episode.

17 Animals You Can Hunt All Year in South Dakota

South Dakota loves to hunt. It's not only one of the state's most popular pastimes, but it's also big business. Especially South Dakota's famous Pheasant season.

There are seasons for hunting deer, antelope, turkey, and even bison. Plenty of opportunities to get that freezer in the garage stocked up.

The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department is the place to go for info about hunting licenses and specific rules and regulations for hunting in South Dakota.


Hunting most game in South Dakota is restricted to specific hunting seasons. Like deer and pheasant seasons in the fall.

But there are also animals you can hunt year-round in South Dakota.

There are still some rules to follow, like where exactly you can hunt. South Dakota has millions of acres of public and private land to hunt on. And you'll still need a hunting license.

So, always check with the South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department for the latest information and regulations.

Gallery Credit: Ben Kuhns

South Dakota Foods You Must Try

Some foods are distinctly South Dakota. How many of these amazing South Dakota dishes have you tried?!

If you live in South Dakota chances are you've eaten many of the items on this food list.

But if you are visiting our state or if you just haven't gotten around to chowing down on these great eats, you need to get on it.

Some foods are distinctly South Dakotan. Here are the 9 South Dakota Foods You Must Try Before You Check Out …

Gallery Credit: Ben Davis

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