AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTeacher Shortage Fix: South Dakota is looking at alternatives to teacher licensing exams as rural and tribal districts report far higher vacancies, with the Department of Education studying a portfolio-based certification process after Secretary Joe Graves asked for input from the Indian Education Advisory Council. Women’s Prison Ribbon Cutting: Gov. Larry Rhoden marked the completion of the new Women’s Correctional Facility in Rapid City, highlighting expanded programming and treatment aimed at lowering recidivism. Supreme Court Sinkhole Ruling: The South Dakota Supreme Court unanimously rejected Hideaway Hills homeowners’ claims tied to a mining-related sinkhole, saying the state is protected by sovereign immunity. Farm Bill Pressure: South Dakota farm groups are urging Senate leaders to strengthen the Farm Bill draft amid negotiations, arguing it doesn’t do enough for price instability, extreme weather, and producer needs. Court System Reshuffle: The Unified Judicial System is weighing merging the Fourth and Seventh judicial circuits, raising rural access-to-justice concerns about a “mega circuit.” Sioux Falls Politics: A recount update keeps Christine Erickson’s Sioux Falls mayoral win in focus, while Mayor Paul TenHaken’s final days included a high-profile golf outing with Darius Rucker. Veterans Update: Midwest Honor Flight says eligible veterans can expect about a year wait time for trips to Washington, D.C. Local Government: Sturgis appointed Meade County official Rhea Crane as its next city administrator.
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