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On today's update...
The state Board of Regents responds to the most recent budget address which included a projected cut. If passed, the governor's budget calls for a reduction of millions of dollars to the state university system.
The USDA is expanding efforts to track bird flu in dairy cattle by testing milk. The virus has already been confirmed in several South Dakota dairy herds.
U.S. Senator Mike Rounds introduces legislation that would create a mediation process for land disputes between landowners and the U.S. Forest Service. The Forest Service offers leases to local producers to let parts of the public lands be used for grazing or mining. Many of these producers select leases that border their private land.
It's the season of giving and Vitalant blood donation center in the Black Hills is encouraging people to give blood this December. Blood shortages are common during the holidays due to busy travel schedules, weather cancellations and the rise of respiratory illnesses like the flu.
A new exhibit is coming to the Dahl Arts Center in Rapid City featuring regional indigenous photographers. "Through the lens" aims to showcase the resilience, identity, and vibrant spirit of the Oceti Sacowin community.
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