AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHousing Watch: Zillow data shows mixed August 2026 home-value trends across South Dakota counties, with Jackson County up 7.1% to $141,213, Jerauld up 0.9% to $224,755, Codington up 3.2% to $344,255, while Miner dipped 0.4% to $207,145 and Bon Homme fell 2.3% to $163,660. Elections & Governance: South Dakota’s Republican secretary of state, Monae Johnson, endorsed Democrat Terrence Davis to succeed her after losing the GOP nomination—an unusual cross-party move that also highlights ongoing debate over election administration. Consumer Finance: South Dakota is set to receive nearly $105,000 from a multistate settlement tied to Credit Acceptance’s predatory auto-loan practices, part of a $694 million national deal. Agriculture & Costs: Record-high diesel prices are squeezing farmers, with lawmakers pushing for possible limits on diesel exports to ease costs. Local Business & Community: Hy-Vee will offer drive-thru flu shot clinics in South Dakota in September, free with Medicare and most insurance. Public Safety & Health: South Dakota resources are expanding for suicide prevention and mental health support, including promotion of the 988 lifeline. Community Spotlight: A South Dakota film, “Thread Bound,” premiered in theaters statewide after years of production and local participation.
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