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How many H-1B petitions were made by South Dakota employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024?

By Rushmore State News | Apr 14, 2025

Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry based in South Dakota submitted 214 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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South Dakota's combined tax revenues up 1.8% from Q2 to Q3 2024

By Rushmore State News | Apr 11, 2025

South Dakota collected $677 million in combined tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024.

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Several lottery winners claim prizes of over $1,000 this week

By Rushmore State News | Apr 11, 2025

Last week's lottery winners have been announced, with several participants claiming prizes of $1,000 or more.

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Q3 2024: South Dakota's combined tax revenues up 1.8% since Q2 2024

By Rushmore State News | Apr 10, 2025

South Dakota collected $677 million in total tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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South Dakota ranks 33rd among 38 U.S. states for teacher shortages

By Rushmore State News | Apr 10, 2025

As of 2025, South Dakota reported 120 teacher vacancies, equating to 9 vacancies per 10,000 students, positioning it 33rd among 38 U.S. states facing teacher shortages, according to the World Population Review.

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Poll shows extensive support for small business tax deduction

By Rushmore State News | Apr 8, 2025

A recent poll released by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reveals considerable bipartisan support among Americans for small businesses and the promotion of a 20% Small Business Tax Deduction.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by South Dakota employers classified under the Educational Services industry during 2024?

By Rushmore State News | Apr 7, 2025

In 2024, 160 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Educational Services industry located in South Dakota, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Analysis: South Dakota one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Rushmore State News | Apr 6, 2025

An analysis by Rushmore State News shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” South Dakota is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

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Lottery winners announced from March 28 to April 3

By Rushmore State News | Apr 4, 2025

Winners of lottery games from the week of March 28 through April 3 have been announced.

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Mega Millions game to introduce new enhancements for players in South Dakota

By Rushmore State News | Apr 4, 2025

South Dakota Lottery players will soon encounter changes to the Mega Millions game.

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EDA awards over $6 million in grants for economic development projects in South Dakota in 2023

By Rushmore State News | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued nine grants totaling $6,814,796 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in South Dakota.

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South Dakota ranks 49 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

By Rushmore State News | Apr 2, 2025

South Dakota ranks 49 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $42,907 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

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An employer classified under the Wholesale Trade industry file 1 H-1B petition in South Dakota throughout 2024

By Rushmore State News | Mar 31, 2025

In 2024, one H-1B petition were filed by an employer classified under the Wholesale Trade industry located in South Dakota, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Lottery winners claim over $1,000 in prizes this week

By Rushmore State News | Mar 28, 2025

Check out last week's winners with prizes of $1,000 or more claimed.

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How many H-1B petitions made by South Dakota employers were approved during 2024?

By Rushmore State News | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 97% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in South Dakota were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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South Dakota saw 6.5% increase in transfer dependency percentage between 1970 and 2022

By Rushmore State News | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 15.7% of income in South Dakota. How does this compare to historical figures?

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Finance and Insurance industry file 429 petitions in South Dakota throughout 2024

By Rushmore State News | Mar 24, 2025

In 2024, 429 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Finance and Insurance industry located in South Dakota, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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NFIB thanks Senator Thune for supporting small business tax deduction

By Rushmore State News | Mar 24, 2025

South Dakota's National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has initiated a new advertising campaign to express gratitude towards Senator John Thune for his support of small businesses.

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Weekly lottery winners announced for March 14 – March 20

By Rushmore State News | Mar 21, 2025

Last week's lottery winners have been announced, with several individuals claiming prizes of $1,000 or more.

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12 basketball players from South Dakota to play in women’s NCAA March Madness tournament

By Rushmore State News | Mar 18, 2025

Sioux Falls has the most players of any city representing South Dakota in the tournament.