AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWorkforce & Education: Gov. Larry Rhoden says Workforce Pell applications are now open, letting approved schools offer short-term training eligible for federal Pell grants—aimed at meeting employer needs. Consumer Protection: A Hughes County judge issued a permanent injunction and ordered civil penalties/fees totaling about $34,500 against former Patriot Warranty co-owner Jack Yedid, tied to alleged online auto/motorcycle warranty scams. Public Safety & Infrastructure: SDDOT will hold an open house July 28 on Highway 25 improvements near Scotland, with written comments accepted through Aug. 14. Energy & Local Economy: Black Hills Energy released its Community Impact Report, citing $1.65B in direct economic impact across eight states. Aviation Growth: Rapid City Regional Airport reported record passenger enplanements—over 206,000 through June—with expansion plans underway. Agriculture & Trade: South Dakota Wheat Commission officials hosted Peruvian milling executives touring wheat country as part of long-term relationship building. SNAP: South Dakota posted the nation’s lowest SNAP payment error rate at 2.47% for FY25. Local Business & Community: Rapid City is pursuing collections against Tzadik Property Management over more than $530,000 in unpaid utility bills tied to Star Village.
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