AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoBig Tech & Youth Safety: South Dakota is set to receive at least $52.6 million from a $17.1 billion multistate Meta settlement over claims Instagram and Facebook were designed to be addictive and harmful to children, with the state’s share potentially rising above $73 million over 10 years; the deal also requires sweeping child-safety upgrades like combined daily time limits and overnight restrictions, pending court approval. Energy Prices: GasBuddy reports the lowest premium gas in South Dakota this week was $4.63 in Lyman County (week ending Aug. 15), while diesel prices stayed volatile statewide. Utilities Costs: Black Hills Energy is seeking approval for a rate increase and surcharge that could add up to about $45/month for average customers, tied to the Lange II power plant project. Oil & Gas Land Rights: Split-estate landowners across the region are pushing back on proposed Interior rule changes that could reduce notice and public input on leasing, including in South Dakota. Local Industry & Education: Hill City’s Ronish father-daughter team is bringing hands-on medical physics activities to students, and Hill City CTE teacher Travis Santistevan earned state career-tech honors. Construction & Development: Mitchell is rolling into fall with major road and infrastructure work, including a new roundabout and street reconstruction projects. Agriculture: South Dakota ranchers and leaders are reacting to Trump’s plan to import tariff-free ground beef, warning it could pressure local cattle markets.
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