AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFood Relief: More than 35,000 pounds of pork spare ribs will go to rural and tribal communities across South Dakota, including all nine reservations. The donation comes as more than 130,000 residents face food insecurity, including one in five children. Children’s Care: The Naja Shrine Center’s haunted house is back in Rapid City, with ticket proceeds supporting Shriners’ medical care for children. Native Culture: Crazy Horse Memorial’s Native Americans’ Day celebration on Oct. 12 will feature cultural activities, live performances, a community meal and a keynote address. Voter Power: South Dakota voters will consider a proposed amendment that would make it harder to pass citizen-led ballot initiatives, amid a broader push in several states to restrict direct democracy. Education: St. Joseph’s Indian School librarian Claire Nehring is the first recipient of South Dakota’s Distinguished School Librarian Award, recognized for building a library centered on culture, creativity and student voice. Faith Communities: After decades apart, two Sioux Falls Church of Christ congregations reunited, joining a wider story of churches finding their way back to unity.
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