AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMemorial Day Weather Watch: Isolated thunderstorms could pop up around the region on Memorial Day, with a better shot at stronger storms later in the week—so plan outdoor time, but keep an eye on updates. Native Boarding School Reckoning: “Nine Little Indians,” a documentary on abuse allegations at South Dakota’s Marty Indian School, is set for a global premiere this month, keeping pressure on the long shadow of Native boarding schools. Local Milestone: Mitchell High School’s first graduating class from the new building crossed the stage Sunday—an end to construction-era chaos and a fresh start for students. Arts & Culture: Black Hills Community Theater launches an outdoor June tour of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” and Riverdance’s 30th anniversary show hits Rapid City Tuesday. Energy & Industry: A major EPA proposal would speed data center construction in South Dakota by reducing permit steps, while tribes continue legal fights over drilling near sacred Black Hills sites. Agriculture & Costs: Memorial Day cookouts are getting pricier as beef prices stay elevated, and farmers are mostly done planting while watching markets and policy.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.