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Tuesday, September 30, 2025

News from May 2025

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South Dakota ranks 47th in total VA home loans during Q4 2024

By Rushmore State News | May 30, 2025

South Dakota ranked 47th in the nation in VA home loans in the fourth quarter of 2024, with 402 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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South Dakota reports surge in measles infections this year as of week ending May 24

By C. F. Stockton | May 27, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in South Dakota for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending May 17.

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South Dakota ranked 32nd in average VA home loan amount in Q4 2024

By Rushmore State News | May 27, 2025

With $343,889 in home loans issued, South Dakota ranked 32nd in average loan amount for VA home loans in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Number of VA loans issued in South Dakota increased by 1.5% from Q4 2023 to Q4 2024

By Rushmore State News | May 24, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 402 home loans in South Dakota, totaling $138.2 million, during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Recent lottery winners claim substantial prizes across multiple locations

By Rushmore State News | May 23, 2025

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

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NFIB launches tools highlighting impact of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction in South Dakota

By Rushmore State News | May 22, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has introduced two digital tools aimed at illustrating the economic implications of the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction in South Dakota.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Dakota in Q4 vs. Q3 2024

By Rushmore State News | May 21, 2025

The VA issued 63 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Dakota during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 14 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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2025: Measles cases in South Dakota up as of week ending May 17

By C. F. Stockton | May 20, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in South Dakota for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending May 10.

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Average VA home loan amount in South Dakota increases in Q4 2024

By Rushmore State News | May 19, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in South Dakota during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $343,889, a 2.5% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Dakota average $324,735 for Q4

By Rushmore State News | May 16, 2025

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Dakota for the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $324,735, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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South Dakota reports surge in measles infections this year as of week ending May 10

By C. F. Stockton | May 13, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in South Dakota for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending May 3.

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South Dakota Lottery introduces 'Double Your Luck Days' promotion

By Rushmore State News | May 13, 2025

South Dakota Lottery is introducing a new promotion called "Double Your Luck Days," allowing players to potentially increase their chances of winning.

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Lottery winners announced for week ending May 8

By Rushmore State News | May 9, 2025

The recent lottery winners for the week of May 2 to May 8 have been announced, with several individuals claiming prizes of $1,000 or more.

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Analysis: South Dakota one of 27 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Rushmore State News | May 7, 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 27 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

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Lottery winners in South Dakota claim prizes over $1,000

By Rushmore State News | May 7, 2025

Last week's lottery winners have been announced, with two significant prizes claimed.

**** FOIA Request Sent to South Dakota Board Of Regents Regarding Colleges Financial Aid Fraud on May 7, 2025 **

By Rushmore State News | May 7, 2025

** FOIA Request to South Dakota Board Of Regents Regarding Colleges Financial Aid Fraud on May 7, 2025.

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South Dakota's Battle with 2025 Measles Outbreak: Numbers climb as of week ending May 3

By C. F. Stockton | May 6, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in South Dakota for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending April 26.

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South Dakota aging and government aid dependency trends in 2022

By Rushmore State News | May 2, 2025

South Dakota’s older population has grown in the past decade, and so has the share of income from Social Security and Medicare.

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Which type of South Dakota companies were inspected the most by FDA in April?

By Rushmore State News | May 1, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Veterinary companies from South Dakota in April.