AGP Executive Report
Last update: 24 minutes agoState Economic Development: The South Dakota Board of Economic Development approved SD Works and Jobs Program funding for three projects, including a $300,000 loan to Chemistry Distilling in Rapid City and support for a De Smet clinic ownership transition, aiming to expand jobs and advanced manufacturing. Cyber & Infrastructure Resilience: Gov. Larry Rhoden announced $500,000 for South Dakota’s GRIT task force to strengthen statewide resilience planning, including GIS and communication tools. Local Government Tech Disruption: Mitchell says its network is fully operational again after a cybersecurity incident shut down parts of the city’s systems; officials didn’t confirm whether data was compromised. Youth Safety Lawsuit: South Dakota AG Marty Jackley says jury selection begins in a 33-state federal case against Meta over alleged COPPA violations and addictive design features for minors. Food Safety: South Dakota health officials are monitoring a cyclosporiasis outbreak, noting inspections and risk-reduction efforts at food establishments. Energy Costs: Diesel prices were reported higher statewide, with McCook County’s lowest at $4.69 for the week ending Aug. 8. Agriculture & Policy: Sen. John Thune and Rep. Dusty Johnson discussed trade and farm bill direction at a South Dakota Trade agriculture event. Weather Impact: A severe hailstorm hit the Pine Ridge Reservation, damaging school vehicles and delaying the start of school.
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