Rapid City Sports Complex Deal: Sanford Health secured naming rights for a new 20-year, $10 million Rapid City multi-purpose sports complex, with construction planned to start this fall and open by 2029, plus dedicated sports medicine and performance space. Cybersecurity & Water Systems: Federal officials warn that water and wastewater utilities are increasingly targeted; retired Gen. Paul Nakasone says exposed controllers shouldn’t be connected to the internet, as attacks have hit at least a dozen states including South Dakota. Hemp THC Crackdown: Emily’s Hope is urging Congress not to delay a 2025 law closing the “hemp loophole,” arguing products marketed like candy should face age limits and that South Dakota has already seen enforcement actions against illegal hemp-derived THC. Food & Agriculture Markets: USDA finalized Georgia’s participation in the Cooperative Interstate Shipment program, expanding market access for state-inspected meat processors; the program now includes 11 states. Local Consumer Safety: Lead police warned residents about a scam using fake Walmart, Social Security, and sheriff’s office calls to pressure victims into moving money. Workforce & Critical Minerals: The DOE plans up to $100 million for the PROSPECT initiative to expand mining and mineral-science education and address engineer shortages. Energy Prices Watch: GasBuddy data for the week ending Aug. 1 shows South Dakota averages edging up, with regular at $3.95 and diesel at $4.89 statewide.