AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSouth Dakota Politics: The South Dakota GOP convention in Rapid City denied incumbent Secretary of State Monae Johnson a shot at reelection, instead backing Heather Baxter (59%) on a platform calling for paper ballots hand-counted—setting up a November matchup. Delegates also selected candidates for other statewide offices, including Don Haggar for Public Utilities Commission and Melissa Hull for state treasurer. Local Elections: Sioux Falls city council runoffs left one seat decided by a narrow majority, with the other races still too close to call as results tightened after the June 23 vote. Energy & Community Aid: Black Hills Energy added $10,000 to the Salvation Army’s “Play It Forward” energy-assistance fundraiser, aimed at helping families cover electric and gas bills. Business & Growth: Farmers Fuel Coffee Co. is expanding from a family farm tied to South Dakota State University roots, with sales supporting Farm Rescue. Entrepreneurship for Youth: Sioux Falls’ NextGen Market gave young creators a place to sell and practice running small businesses. Sports & Local Interest: Sioux Falls Stampede forward Cooper Soller was selected by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the NHL draft, while local Legion baseball saw Palace City Post 18 extend its win streak with a home sweep.
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