Cybersecurity & City Services: Rapid City is reviewing shared networks after a Pennington County cybersecurity incident, temporarily disrupting online utility payments and slowing building-permit processing. Uranium & Permitting: The Dewey-Burdock in situ uranium project in southwestern South Dakota is moving to restart its state permitting process after securing final federal permits following a 13-year hold. Tax System Audit: South Dakota’s 605Drive vehicle title/registration system charged incorrect tax amounts in some transactions, with refunds and owed amounts identified in an audit. Local Governance: Rapid City’s Common Council swore in five new members and elected 2026-27 leadership. Gubernatorial Runoff Politics: Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken endorsed Gov. Larry Rhoden in the Republican runoff, citing ethics and specific city-related outcomes. Consumer Watch: BBB warns of a fraudulent “Infinity Auctions” website using a phony Rapid City address to scam vehicle buyers. Workplace Rights: A class-action lawsuit alleges Hy-Vee failed to pay overtime to certain department managers. Water for Growth: A Sioux Falls-area water expansion partnership is set to add 8 million gallons per day, with higher household bills expected. Ag & Markets: Post-holiday commodity markets jumped on weather and renewed China export interest, while farm groups push back on glyphosate anti-dumping duties.