AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSTEM Education & Craft: The 27th annual Black Hills Model Engine Expo in Rapid City is drawing hobby machinists and families, mixing hands-on engineering with the history of steam and gas power—plus a 3D printer showing how the craft is evolving. Public Health & Research Funding: Sioux Falls’ Walk to End Alzheimer’s drew 600+ walkers and has raised more than $295,000 so far, supporting research and care. Energy Storage & Grid Stress: A new look at the North American power grid highlights how AI-driven data center growth is forcing utilities to find dispatchable capacity, with long-duration energy storage positioned as a key option as natural gas peakers face cost and permitting hurdles. Surveillance Tech Debate: As states weigh limits on Flock-style license plate readers, New Hampshire’s decade-old restrictions are being cited as a model while South Dakota communities discuss local camera concerns. Workforce & Immigration Signals: South Dakota employers filed 2 H-1B petitions in 2025 in the Other Services (except Public Administration) category, with a 50% approval rate. Local Tech Policy: Lawmakers push a data center rate bill aimed at keeping new power costs from being passed to regular ratepayers. Safety: AAA reports child safety seat and booster use drops sharply after age 3, urging families not to rush the transition.
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