AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoGubernatorial Runoff: South Dakota Republicans head to the polls July 28 for the state’s first-ever governor runoff, after no GOP candidate hit 35% in the June 2 primary—Gov. Larry Rhoden (25%) faces Toby Doeden (31%), with attack ads already flying and full campaign-finance details coming later. Public Safety & Courts: A man and woman from Pierre were sentenced in federal court in a meth conspiracy case—Hitt got 26 years, Falcon 8 years—while a separate Arizona man was sentenced to more than 21 years for fentanyl conspiracy tied to South Dakota. Justice System Treatment: A statewide needs assessment recommends steering opioid settlement funds toward treatment and reentry services for people entering and leaving prisons and jails. Local Government & Budgets: Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun outlined a $312M 2027 budget proposal, including $65M for roadway improvements, and the Rapid City Area School Board approved a $214.8M 2027 budget. Infrastructure Planning: SDDOT will hold public open houses Aug. 3 for master transportation plan preliminary recommendations in Ethan and Dimock. Broadband Expansion: Bluepeak says it’s using Harmonic technology to speed fiber rollout and reach more multi-dwelling units. Weather & Agriculture: The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows Plains drought expanding while parts of the South improved after heavy rain; forecasters also warn of dangerous heat building this weekend. Crime in Sioux Falls: Police say gunshots reported at Empire Mall parking lot were real, leading to arrests hours later. Sports: Rapid City Post 320 opened its Class A Legion playoff series with a 13-4 win over Palace City Post 18.
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