Health
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Articles on health trends in the state's cities, rural areas and reservations, annual report cards on health systems and the impact of government on people's well being.
Fewer job vacancies in DOC as new women's prison prepares to open
New Corrections report shows reduced openings since pay increase took effect as state agency hires 133 for new Rapid City facility.
Biotech: SD revs up for the future in a young, growing industry
State is 1 of 2 without an incentive program to create jobs in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, the military and other industries.
Biotech defined: Economic impact, SD companies and more
Industry leaders in the state are trying to make South Dakota a bigger part of a $3.2 trillion industry.
Monument could lose millions due to Sanford Health expansion
Monument CEO says competing campus in Rapid City jeopardizes $40 million annually and other revenue. "I don't think the population is growing fast enough for what they plan to build."
Sanford Health to build $500 million hospital in Rapid City
The Sioux Falls-based health system continues its recent expansion into the Black Hills market with its biggest plans yet for a 168-bed hospital and specialty care facility.
Hemp industry grows amid federal legality battle
South Dakota is No. 1 in hemp fiber production. But as its farmers and processors grow the industry, federal legislation threatens some sectors of it. 'We just want to know, where are we at?"
Cannabis defined: Everything to know about the plant
An explanation about cannabis products available (legally and not) in South Dakota.