AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCommunity Reading & Youth Programs: Rapid City Public Library kicked off its dinosaur-themed summer reading with fossil “excavation” stations, prizes, and Black Hills Institute presentations, plus reading logs tied to America’s 250 challenge. Local Philanthropy: Bowls of Hope in Rapid City raised $10,100 to help residents cover utility bills through St. Vincent de Paul, with city contingency funds matching donations. School Community Loss: Sioux Falls Memorial Middle School announced Principal Demi Moon died after a cancer battle, with staff offering family support resources. Books for Kids in Need: Readiatrics’ 2026 children’s book drive wraps June 1 at the South Dakota Department of Health in Rapid City, supporting kids across western SD. Food Security: Rapid City Area Schools’ Summer Food Service starts June 1, offering free meals for kids and added lunch support for adults via community partners. Civic Infrastructure: Mitchell City Council will consider a FEMA-linked engineering agreement for a backup-generator project, aiming to keep sewage pumping during outages. Statewide Culture & Identity: A look at iconic movies shot in South Dakota highlights how films like “Dances With Wolves” and “Thunderheart” used local landscapes and Indigenous stories. Sports Spotlight: The South Dakota state track and field meet delivered standout performances and relay wins across classes, from Freeman’s relay surge to multiple individual state-record moments.
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