AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHealthcare & Philanthropy: South Dakota’s billionaire philanthropist T. Denny Sanford died at 90, with Sanford Health and First PREMIER Bank citing a giving legacy that reshaped regional healthcare and community programs. Health Insurance: A report says insurers are walking back parts of a prior-authorization improvement pledge, leaving patients frustrated. Agriculture & Drought Response: Gov. Larry Rhoden signed drought orders easing hay hauling and feed transport rules, including longer permitted travel hours for oversized loads and broader statewide feed movement without a CDL. Wheat Trade: Milling executives from Peru toured South Dakota wheat country as part of efforts to strengthen long-term supplier ties. Consumer Protection: A Hughes County judge issued a permanent injunction and civil penalties against former South Dakota business owners tied to Patriot Warranty, after complaints about misleading refund and cancellation practices. Workforce Training: South Dakota opened Workforce Pell applications, aiming to help employers and schools launch short-term training programs eligible for federal Pell grants. Energy & Local Impact: Black Hills Energy released its annual Community Impact Report, highlighting $1.65B in direct economic impact across its service area. Local Infrastructure: Sioux Falls announced multiple road construction closures and lane impacts for the week of July 20. Public Safety/Logistics: Rapid City Regional Airport warned Sturgis shipping and bike drop-off options are changing due to construction.
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