Defense & Construction: Conti Federal won a ~$39.9M U.S. Army Corps contract to build a 22,000-sq-ft B-21 alert lodging and readiness building plus aerospace ground equipment facilities at Ellsworth AFB, targeting completion in Nov. 2028. Agriculture & Livestock Safety: SDSU Extension is adding free forage nitrate testing drop boxes across South Dakota to help producers manage nitrate risks in forages during dry conditions. Farm Policy: Sen. John Thune is pushing a five-year farm bill that would expand crop insurance, modernize farm loans, add livestock and grazing support, invest in rural infrastructure, and make year-round E15 sales permanent. Hemp Regulation: South Dakota AG Marty Jackley joined a 34-state coalition urging Congress to preserve updated federal hemp restrictions to prevent youth access to intoxicating hemp products. Food Industry Watch: FDA recalls Bettergoods pistachio nut butter sold at Walmart in 19 states, including South Dakota, due to possible salmonella contamination; no illnesses reported. Local Economy & Housing: Rapid City is set to announce naming rights for its planned sports complex, while Spearfish broke ground on an affordable housing project with 94 units. Public Health: A Salmonella outbreak tied to imported jalapeños has sickened 345 people across 27 states; South Dakota has no reported cases so far. Workforce & Community: A report highlights how transportation barriers in Rapid City can limit access to jobs and affect quality of life. Energy & Business: Black Hills Corp. reported Q2 results of $38.2M net income and reaffirmed 2026 earnings guidance.