AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWorkforce & Immigration: USCIS reports 2,232 H-2B worker approvals tied to South Dakota worksites in fiscal 2026 through June 30, with a 99.6% approval rate. Energy & Costs: GasBuddy data shows South Dakota regular averaging $4.18 for the week ending Sept. 19, with diesel averaging $6.09; notable lows include $3.87 regular in Hutchinson County and $5.79 diesel in Custer County. Local Industry & Education: Rapid City’s Black Hills Model Engine Expo is drawing hobby machinists and families, mixing hands-on engineering with evolving tech like 3D printing. Agribusiness & Policy: USDA is investing $50 million to expand state meat inspection programs, while DANR approved more than $38 million for South Dakota water and solid waste projects. Business & Growth: South Dakota Mines is celebrating Rocker Days with the annual M Hill hike and hillside slide, and the school is also expanding the Surbeck Center. Community & Health: Sioux Falls’ Walk to End Alzheimer’s drew 600+ walkers and topped $295,000 raised.
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