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Monument Health to implement visitation limitations over measles concerns

1 week ago | sdpb.org | Krystal Miga

Starting June 25, Monument Health is enacting limited visitation at its Rapid City Hospital Women’s and Children’s Center. In a Facebook post, officials said the restrictions are to protect families—especially newborns who are not old enough to be vaccinated—from the measles virus. Visitation limitations include:Only one support person is allowed for expectant mothers. Only two support individuals are allowed for child patients.
South Dakota receives $1.9M payment in settlement with Janssen

1 week ago | sdpb.org | Krystal Miga

South Dakota receives $1.9 million as part of another settlement with drug manufacturers, according to Attorney General Marty Jackley. This time, the payment is from Janssen Pharmaceuticals—the pharmaceutical arm of Johnson & Johnson. In 2021, Johnson & Johnson agreed to pay states more than $5 billion over a nine-year period for its role in fueling the opioid crisis. With the latest payment, the state has received more than half of the $9.3 million expected from Janssen.
South Dakota to receive millions as part of Purdue Pharma settlement

1 week ago | sdpb.org | Krystal Miga

South Dakota is expected to receive more than $10 million as part of a settlement with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, according to Attorney General Marty Jackley. The $7.4 billion settlement ends the litigation against the company for its role in fueling the opioid crisis. “South Dakota families have suffered because of this company’s involvement in the opioid drug crisis,” said Jackley.
Department of Veterans Affairs offers $42M in grants to combat homelessness

2 weeks ago | sdpb.org | Krystal Miga

The Department of Veterans Affairs officials say the agency is offering grants to organizations that assist with legal services for Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. With $42 million available, organizations can apply for grants of up to $500,000, funding operations for two years starting this October. The funds are part of the Legal Services for Veterans Grant Program.
Western Dakota Tech names new president

2 weeks ago | sdpb.org | Krystal Miga

Kendra Ericson has been named the next President of Western Dakota Technical College. She served as the President of St. Luke’s College in Sioux City, Iowa for five years. Prior to that---the Director of Nursing Education for seven years at Des Moines Area Community College and LeTourneau University in Longview, Texas. She holds a doctorate from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.
SD Mines' undergrad summer research experience blends geology, engineering, art

2 weeks ago | sdpb.org | Krystal Miga

It’s a project where geology meets engineering meets art — and part of it has been in the works for more than two billion years. This summer, some undergraduate students at SD Mines are foregoing the traditional summer vacation to attend a 10-week summer research program that integrates ceramics with science. The program was born from a National Science Foundation grant awarded in 2021 to build a glass blowing studio with the aim of integrating more creativity into STEM education.
Sioux Falls cancels 2025 Independence Day parade

2 weeks ago | sdpb.org | Krystal Miga

The Independence Day Celebration Parade in downtown Sioux Falls is cancelled this year. City officials said its because of a low number of parade entrants. Instead, they said there are plenty of other celebrations going on from June 29 through July 5. Fourth of July events include:11 a.m. | Community Lunch (Levitt Bandshell Downtown Sioux Falls): Lunch for first 2,000 attendees on Phillips Avenue.
Emerald ash borer confirmed in Milbank

2 weeks ago | sdpb.org | Krystal Miga

The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources has confirmed the emerald ash borer has spread to Milbank. As a result, officials have expanded the existing quarantine area to include Grant County. This is in addition to quarantines already in place in Brookings, Minnehaha, Lincoln, Turner, and Union Counties. The quarantine prohibits the movement of firewood and ash materials out of the affected counties to slow the spread of the invasive insect.
Black Hills National Forest officials announce 2025 Moon Walk schedule

2 weeks ago | sdpb.org | Krystal Miga

Black Hills National Forest officials have published the 2025 Moon Walk schedule. The Moon Walks combine nighttime hiking with educational insights about the Black Hills National Forest. This season, experts from the Black Hills Raptor Center, Custer State Park and the Black Hills National Forest cover topics like birds of prey and the Civilian Conservation Corps, among others.
State officials warn of scam text messages claiming unpaid traffic tickets

2 weeks ago | sdpb.org | Krystal Miga

The state Department of Public Safety is warning residents about a scam text message campaign. In this latest scam, the text falsely claims the recipient owes traffic ticket fines and faces legal action if they don’t pay immediately. Attorney General Marty Jackley said the messages are not legitimate. The state does not send traffic ticket notices via text messages.