AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoRural Health Tech Push: South Dakota awarded 82 grants totaling $90 million to modernize rural healthcare tech, boost cybersecurity, and improve interoperability under the federal Rural Health Transformation program. Higher Ed & Workforce: South Dakota Mines is set to receive $25 million to expand mining education and workforce development through a Critical Minerals Merit Scholars Consortium. Agriculture Research & Community: SDSU Extension will host the 37th annual Draper Winter Wheat Meeting Aug. 27 in Draper, with variety trial updates and guidance for producers facing drought-driven yield variability. Public Health & Safety: A KFF Health News report says Medicare pays less for cataract surgery while more patients are being offered laser-assisted upgrades that can add thousands out of pocket. Local Science Outreach: SDSU International welcomed new global scholars at Brookings’ International Ice Cream Social, highlighting research and community connections. STEM Learning in Schools: Chamberlain’s new elementary building is credited with double-digit proficiency gains, including a dedicated K-5 STEM lab. Weather Watch: Light showers and a slight severe risk are possible across western South Dakota and nearby areas, with breezy conditions and storm timing to watch.
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