AGP Executive Report
Last update: 19 minutes agoGubernatorial Runoff Buzz: Sioux Falls Mayor Christine Erickson is backing Gov. Larry Rhoden in Tuesday’s GOP runoff, arguing state-level relationships matter for the city. Extreme Heat Watch: NWS Sioux Falls warns of a hot, humid weekend with heat index values near 105°F and local forecasts pushing higher in the Black Hills; officials urge hydration, shade breaks, and extra care for kids and older adults. AI in Education: The Board of Regents approved new AI degrees across South Dakota public universities, including an AI doctorate at Dakota State and AI engineering bachelor’s/master’s/doctorate tracks at SDSU. Rural Ranching Help: SDSU Extension is rolling out woody encroachment field tours and soil health programming to help ranchers manage eastern redcedar and plan for 2027. Community Support: Cheyenne River Youth Project is collecting school supplies for an Aug. 11 back-to-school distribution for reservation families. Local Culture & Sports: Tickets are on sale for the 2026 South Dakota Sports Hall of Fame banquet, and SDSU released its spring 2026 graduate list.
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