A Lifetime of Service.
A Voice for Rural South Dakota
Nick is a lifelong South Dakotan who has spent more than 26 years serving rural communities through healthcare and local leadership. He believes strong communities are built on common sense, personal responsibility, and neighbors looking out for one another.
Practical Leadership. Strong Communities. South Dakota Values.
Meet Nick
Nick grew up in the small southeastern South Dakota town of Tripp alongside his two brothers. He was raised by parents from Wall and Philip, whose own story began while working at Wall Drug. That foundation of family, faith, and hard work shaped the values he carries today.
Nick married his high school sweetheart, Jenny, at just 19 years old. Together, they built a life rooted in commitment, service, and community. After graduating college in Aberdeen, they began their careers in healthcare.
At 21, Nick took on his first role as a nursing home administrator in northwest Iowa, while Jenny worked in a hospital lab. Not long after, they returned home to South Dakota, settling in Pierre in 2004. There, Jenny worked in forensics with the Division of Criminal Investigation, and Nick served in human resources and administration at St. Mary’s Hospital.
In 2012, they made the move to Britton, where they have lived for more than a decade. Together, they raised four children, three now college graduates and one finishing high school.
The Republican Primary is June 2, 2026
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The Republican Primary is June 2, 2026 〰️
Nick Fosness is running for the South Dakota House in District 1
and would be honored to earn your support.
Sign up to Support Nick for State House in District 1
Nick was appointed to the District 1 House seat and stepped into the role ready to serve with a balanced, common sense approach and a commitment to listening to the people he represents.
With more than 26 years of experience in rural healthcare, Nick understands how important it is for families to have access to quality care close to home. He has worked firsthand with patients, providers, and communities to strengthen local healthcare systems.
His service also includes nine years on the Britton Hecla School Board, including time as board chair, where he focused on supporting students, teachers, and long term stability for the district.