AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSouth Dakota Politics: Brown County voters ousted multiple incumbents in the June 2 GOP primary, including Rep. Nick Fosness and Sheriff Dave Lunzman, while other races left the Legislature’s lineup in flux. Governor Runoff: The GOP governor primary is headed to a July 28 runoff between Gov. Larry Rhoden and Toby Doeden after no candidate cleared 35%—with turnout and coalition shifts expected to matter. Sioux Falls Civic Life: The mayoral race is also headed to a runoff, with Christine Erickson and Jamie Smith set to campaign hard over the next few weeks. River Recreation & Safety: The Missouri National Recreational River is moving ahead with a multi-agency “Water Trails” plan to boost access and safety for paddlers. Education & Community: USD’s medical school move to Sioux Falls won’t change Yankton’s clinical campus role, officials say. Local Culture & Food: The Scheitler Bakers announced retirement after nearly 10 years running a Le Mars bakery and managing the Farmers Market. Public Safety: A Rapid City crash killed two women, and a Rapid City man was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for online enticement and child pornography. Faith & Healing: Hope, Healing, & Hoof Prints continues its equine ministry work for survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Agriculture Spotlight: Nominations are open for a Woman Farmer/Rancher of the Year award tied to Dakotafest.
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