Bank Of ND Announces New State-Backed Cryptocurrency
(Bismarck, ND) — North Dakota officials are launching a new state-backed cryptocurrency. The Bank of North Dakota announced “Roughrider Coin,” a stablecoin intended to maintain its value, unlike other cryptocurrencies. Officials say the coin will be tied
Farm Labor Wage Changes Coming to H-2A
By: Samantha Ayoub Associate Economist The Department of Labor’s (DOL) new interim final rule (IFR) for H-2A guestworker Adverse Effect Wage Rates (AEWRs) makes significant changes to the wage calculation for farm laborers nationwide. Eagerly awaited by H-2A employers after the
Select Specialty Hospital To Shut Down In Sioux Falls
(Sioux Falls, SD) — A department located inside Sanford Hospital is closing in Sioux Falls. Select Specialty Hospital says its 24-bed critical illness recovery department will wind down operations soon due to space issues. Demand for Sanford’s
Fourth Wave Of Operation: Prairie Thunder Wraps Up
(Pierre, SD) — A targeted anti-crime initiative in the Sioux Falls metro area is wrapping up its fourth wave. Authorities say that Operation Prairie Thunder recently completed its saturation patrols, with over 240 arrests since August 27th.
Governor Rhoden Rescinds 151 Executive Orders
(Pierre, SD) — Governor Larry Rhoden has rescinded 151 outdated executive orders no longer relevant to the state. Rhoden stated that carefully reviewing and updating existing orders ensures that the state government remains efficient and true to
SD Healthcare Leaders Discuss Rural Health Transformation Program Grant
(Yankton, SD) — State leaders are discussing how they would spend funding from the Rural Health Transformation Program Grant. Yesterday, officials held the first of five input meetings, as the state hopes to receive between 100 to
SDBED Approves Projects To Create 29 Jobs Statewide
(Pierre, SD) — Over two dozen new jobs are being added statewide thanks to two projects. The South Dakota Board of Economic Development recently approved two SD Works Loans for Cypress Rail Solution in Vermillion and Dakota
Fischer on Senate Floor: Ag Producers Urgently Need Lasting, Long-term Solutions
During a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) addressed the economic crisis facing ag producers in Nebraska and across America, emphasizing that time is running out to produce strong, positive results for farmers