AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHealth Care: Sanford Health says it may end its Wellmark contract on July 1, 2027, if negotiations fail, potentially affecting about 130,000 Wellmark members who use Sanford facilities. The dispute centers on insurer control over contract terms and reimbursement, with open enrollment approaching. Constitutional Amendment: Sen. John Thune’s political action committee contributed $40,000 to support Amendment L, which would require 60% voter approval for constitutional changes. South Dakotans decide the measure Nov. 3. Education: Enrollment at the state’s four technical colleges reached a record 7,813 this fall, up 39 students from last year, while public university enrollment slipped. Tourism: A Rapid City junior golf tournament drew 78 players from 22 states and three countries and generated nearly $385,000 in estimated economic impact. Research: The Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment in the Black Hills is gaining momentum as steel for its detector modules arrives and installation advances.
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