South Dakota COVID-19 numbers for 8-24-22

By Mitchell Now August 24, 2022 2:23 pm

3 hours ago

Rural Mainstreet Index Shows Slight Improvement, but Farm Economy Still Struggling

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Creighton University’s latest Rural Mainstreet Index shows the regional farm economy improving modestly last month, though it continues to sit in negative territory. Low commodity prices and rising costs remain major challenges for producers.

Government

3 hours ago

Team Buche Cares, Farmers Union Industries Distribute Food Aid Statewide After SNAP Delay

With SNAP benefits delayed during the recent government shutdown, Team Buche Cares and Farmers Union Industries have launched statewide efforts to support families facing food insecurity. The groups are distributing 10,000 pounds of pork loin and have already provided $300,000 in SNAP replacement certificates.

Crime

3 hours ago

Two Florida Men Face 66 Forgery Charges After Multi-State Credit Card Scam Along I-29

Two men from Florida are facing dozens of forgery charges in Codington County after law enforcement linked them to a multi-state credit card scam involving Walmart stores in Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. Authorities say a traffic stop led to the discovery of more than 300 credit cards and multiple skimming devices.

Local

3 hours ago

South Dakota Department of Health Celebrates National Rural Health Day

South Dakota leaders are recognizing National Rural Health Day, highlighting the state’s rural and frontier communities and honoring Jones County Ambulance Service as the 2025 Community Star. The observance underscores ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare access across rural South Dakota.

Crime

1 day ago

Sioux Falls Police Seek Early Radio Purchase to Save $300,000

Sioux Falls Police Chief Jon Thum says buying radio equipment ahead of schedule could save the city $300,000. The City Council has approved the first reading of the proposal, with final consideration expected in early December.