AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEnergy Emergency: The U.S. Department of Energy authorized the Southwest Power Pool to activate idle backup power sources across 17 states—including South Dakota—after extreme heat raised blackout risk for about 20 million Americans. Water Infrastructure: South Dakota is weighing a Missouri River water pipeline plan that could cost $8.4 billion to $10 billion, with a feasibility study expected to run about 2½ years. State Politics: Gov. Larry Rhoden won South Dakota’s first-ever GOP gubernatorial runoff, beating Toby Doeden 71%-29%, and will face Democrat Dan Ahlers in November. Public Safety & Fraud: South Dakota’s attorney general joined a nationwide push urging the FCC to strengthen “Know Your Customer” rules to curb illegal robocalls and scam texts. Business & Growth: Xcel Energy elected Peter Carter to its board, while Sioux Falls is set to get its own Monopoly edition in 2027, with residents helping pick local landmarks. Legal/Tribal Affairs: A Pine Ridge couple was indicted on federal fraud, larceny and embezzlement charges tied to funds for an Oglala Sioux Tribe youth shelter.
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