In 2021, South Dakota had 10,256 OASDI widow and parent beneficiaries, ranking it the 46th highest in the United States by number of beneficiaries, according to the Social Security Administration.
South Dakota implemented at least one new policy or incentive supporting energy efficiency during 2021, according to data obtained from the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE).
There were 11 deaths from chronic lower respiratory diseases reported in South Dakota in the week ending Dec. 24, making up 8.5% of total deaths by all causes in South Dakota.
There were 12 deaths from cerebrovascular diseases reported in South Dakota in the week ending Dec. 24, making up 9.2% of total deaths by all causes in South Dakota.
There were less than 10 deaths from diabetes mellitus reported in South Dakota in the week ending Dec. 24, making up less than 7.7% of total deaths by all causes in South Dakota.
There were less than 10 deaths from Alzheimer's disease reported in South Dakota in the week ending Dec. 24, making up less than 7.7% of total deaths by all causes in South Dakota.
There were less than 10 deaths from influenza and pneumonia reported in South Dakota in the week ending Dec. 24, making up less than 7.7% of total deaths by all causes in South Dakota.
There were less than 10 deaths from nephritis, nephrotic syndrome and nephrosis reported in South Dakota in the week ending Dec. 24, making up less than 7.7% of total deaths by all causes in South Dakota.
Now is the time for schools and other organizations interested in 21st Century Community Learning Centers, or 21CCLC, grants to submit a Notice of Intent to Apply.
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) reminds the public and commercial snow removal operators that it is illegal to place or dump excess snow on highway right-of-way, which includes driving surfaces, shoulders, and ditches.
It’s that magical time of year to open our hearts, to reflect on what is important to us, and to know how blessed we are to live in a country where we are free to celebrate.