Business » Page 4
4 weeks ago
South Dakota initial unemployment claims rise to 273 in latest weekly report
New unemployment insurance claims in South Dakota ticked up to 273 for the week ending Feb. 7, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Nationally, seasonally adjusted initial claims dipped to 227,000.
4 weeks ago
South Dakota Senate advances mobile sports betting amendment tied to Deadwood casinos
South Dakota senators approved a proposed constitutional amendment to allow statewide mobile sports betting routed through Deadwood-licensed casinos. Senate Joint Resolution 504 now heads to the South Dakota House.
4 weeks ago
Freeman Academy to close after 2025-26 school year following corporation vote amid enrollment, budget challenges
Freeman Academy, a private Christian school in Freeman, will close at the end of the 2025-26 school year after a corporation vote. Leaders cited declining enrollment, ongoing deficits and long-term sustainability concerns.
4 weeks ago
Rhoden signs bills for Blue Dog Fish Hatchery funding, Spearfish Canyon Hydro II transfer, State Fairgrounds upgrades
Gov. Larry Rhoden signs legislation in Pierre. Rhoden has signed three bills supporting South Dakota outdoor recreation and public spaces, including funding for the Blue Dog State Fish Hatchery, a transfer of the Hydro Electric Plant No. 2 site in Spearfish Canyon, and continued improvements at the South Dakota State Fairgrounds in Huron.
4 weeks ago
South Dakota flu deaths rise to 14 this season; 45 new hospitalizations reported in latest week
South Dakota’s influenza death toll has climbed to 14 this season, including four new deaths reported in the past week. The state Health Department also reported 45 new flu-related hospitalizations and said flu activity remains moderate but geographically widespread.
