AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUtility Merger: South Dakota regulators unanimously approved the Black Hills Energy–NorthWestern Energy merger, creating Bright Horizon Energy, keeping headquarters in Rapid City for at least 10 years and a Sioux Falls corporate office for at least five, with settlements aimed at customer protections and labor concerns. Online Safety & Education: AG Marty Jackley announced a $15 million Roblox settlement for child protections, including age verification for chat access, funding for the state’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, after-school programs, and a public safety campaign. Local Governance: Sioux Falls mayor-elect Christine Erickson is building her transition team after a recount decided the race by just four votes, with the city’s next leadership set to steer major economic and development priorities. National Defense & Jobs: The U.S. Air Force confirmed the B-21 Raider will operate with a two-pilot crew, alongside training and workforce steps that could ripple into South Dakota’s defense ecosystem. STEM & Community: Neutrino Day returned to Lead at the Sanford Underground Research Facility, drawing crowds for hands-on science and talks. Agriculture & Land Use: South Dakota warns warmer days can spark toxic algal blooms in Black Hills waters, while reports note wheat harvest is off to a strong start and corn still needs timely rain. Weather: First Alert Weather Days continue with extreme heat and heat advisories across the region.
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