On today’s show, Avera Health shared their big news with us. Chief Nursing Officer Tamera Larsen-Engelkes talked about how they’ll expand their women’s, children’s, and digestive health services. South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley had a successful legislative session and discussed why his office is receiving funds to create a digital investigation unit and to expand how law enforcement uses technology. The editor of the Garretson Gazette, Garrick Moritz, stepped in as our Dakota Political Junkie, diving into the controversy and compromise in Senate Bill 201. SDPB’s C.J. Keene took a close look at petitions calling for hand counting ballots in the state.
We also learned about a new program to help women and trans musicians take the leap from open mic to professional performances. Plus, SDPB’s Jackie Hendry previewed her upcoming “South Dakota Focus” episode on juvenile justice and shared why she sees it as a hopeful story.