Trump Approval in Beef States: New polling from Civiqs shows President Donald Trump’s net approval slipping in 10 major beef-producing states, including South Dakota, after his temporary beef import quota push. Secretary of State Shake-Up: South Dakota’s outgoing Sec. Monae Johnson is moving her office to the first floor and redesigning the SOS website—while critics say ballot-question info is getting harder to find. Election Administration Glitch: Yankton County paused absentee voting after a wording error on a referred measure; new ballots are expected soon. Open Meetings Commission Reform: A task force backs expanding the Open Meetings Commission to seven members and adding a public seat. Sports Protections Push: AG Steve Marshall urges Congress to strengthen women’s sports protections in the Protect College Sports Act. Local Courts & Public Safety: A second man pleaded guilty in the Lyon County Courthouse damage case; separate reports cover sentencing in Brookings and other criminal matters. Fuel Watch: GasBuddy price reports highlight lowest regular and diesel deals across multiple counties for the week ending Sept. 19. Government Pay & Costs: A new report details how South Dakota lawmakers’ salary and reimbursements add up to a much higher average payout. Surveillance Debate: Yankton officials discuss license-plate reader cameras amid broader “Flock” controversy. Education & Workforce: Yankton County colleges awarded 235 degrees/certificates in 2023-24, and business leaders warn tariffs and other pressures are feeding into higher costs.