AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSturgis Rally Safety: Emily’s Hope and local nonprofit ABC are handing out free naloxone kits at the Sturgis Armory during the 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, with no ID or registration needed. Each kit includes two doses of nasal naloxone plus gloves and overdose resource info. Local Health Care Watch: CMS released new 2026 hospital quality star ratings, with the Sturgis VA Healthcare System jumping to a perfect 5-star score while Monument Health’s Rapid City flagship slipped to 3 stars. Civil Liberties Leadership: The ACLU of South Dakota named Yankton native Martha Rossiter as its new legal director, bringing nearly 20 years of criminal defense and civil rights experience. State Politics & Campaigns: A Democratic town hall is set for Sunday in North Sioux City, featuring candidates including Dan Ahlers, Nikki Gronli, Julian Beaudion, and Leslie Gerrish. Agriculture & Energy: South Dakota’s congressional delegation is pushing for year-round, nationwide E15 ethanol approval, citing its inclusion in the Senate farm bill. Community & Business: HempAgra held a ribbon cutting for its new processing facility in Rock Valley, built to turn industrial hemp into products like bedding, mulch, and building materials.
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