AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSioux Falls Leadership: Christine Erickson was sworn in as Sioux Falls’ first female mayor, promising “safer, stronger” unity after a razor-thin, recount-heavy election. Consumer Protection: A Hughes County judge issued a permanent injunction and ordered civil penalties totaling $34,579 against Patriot Warranty’s co-owner, Jack C. Yedid, after complaints dating to 2021 over sham auto/motorcycle warranty claims and cancellation stonewalling. Road Work in Pierre: Euclid Avenue/Highway 1889’s inside lanes in Pierre are expected to reopen by July 24, with outside lanes staying closed for sidewalk work and a temporary 4-way stop planned at Euclid and Elizabeth. Local Government Budgeting: Rapid City will hold a special council session Monday to review the proposed 2027 budget, followed by department budget presentations later this month. Agriculture & Trade: Peru’s wheat milling executives toured South Dakota wheat country, with the South Dakota Wheat Commission saying the group represents over 85% of Peru’s milling capacity. Public Safety & Credentials: Authorities allege a man at the Elk Fire command post used a paramedic license number that belonged to someone else, leading to an arrest on forgery and impersonation suspicions. Community & Culture: The Corn Palace Stampede Rodeo in Mitchell crowned 2026 winners, including top honors in the window decorating contest.
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