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2023: South Dakota ranks 25th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $6,814,796

In 2023, South Dakota received $6,814,796 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 25th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

By Rushmore State News | Jan 9, 2025

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FOIA Request Sent to South Dakota Board Of Regents Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on January 7, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the South Dakota Board Of Regents regarding state university employees' salaries on January 7, 2025.

By Rushmore State News | Jan 7, 2025

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South Dakota receives 1 EDA grant totaling $145,003 for technical assistance in 2023

By Rushmore State News | Dec 30, 2024

South Dakota received one grant totaling $145,003 for technical assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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South Dakota receives 2 EDA grants totaling $5,246,680 for regional innovation strategies in 2023

By Rushmore State News | Dec 29, 2024

South Dakota received two grants totaling $5,246,680 for regional innovation strategies in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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South Dakota receives 2 EDA grants totaling $306,000 for public works in 2023

By Rushmore State News | Dec 28, 2024

South Dakota received two grants totaling $306,000 for public works in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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South Dakota receives 2 EDA grants totaling $652,042 for planning in 2023

By Rushmore State News | Dec 27, 2024

South Dakota received two grants totaling $652,042 for planning in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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South Dakota receives 2 EDA grants totaling $465,071 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023

By Rushmore State News | Dec 26, 2024

South Dakota received two grants totaling $465,071 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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FOIA Request Sent to South Dakota State Board of Education Regarding Instructional Mandates for State K-12 Schools on December 10, 2024

By Rushmore State News | Dec 10, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the South Dakota State Board of Education on December 10, 2024.

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Inflation in South Dakota lower than national average as of October 2024

By Rushmore State News | Nov 21, 2024

As of October 2024, South Dakota experienced a 20.6% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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EDA funds 9 projects to support economic development in South Dakota during 2023

By Rushmore State News | Nov 21, 2024

South Dakota ranked 30th in the US after receiving nine EDA grants to fund economic development projects in 2023.

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VA provides 55.9% more home purchase loans in South Dakota in Q3

By Rushmore State News | Nov 15, 2024

There were 276 VA home purchases in South Dakota in the third quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $95.1 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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FOIA Request Sent to South Dakota Board Of Regents Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on November 14, 2024

By Rushmore State News | Nov 14, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the South Dakota Board Of Regents regarding the compensation details of all state university employees, including those from community colleges, on November 14, 2024.

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Number of VA loans issued in South Dakota increased by 150.7% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

By Rushmore State News | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 346 home loans in South Dakota, totaling $116 million, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Dakota in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

By Rushmore State News | Nov 9, 2024

The VA issued 14 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Dakota during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 26 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in South Dakota increases from 2022 to 2023

By Rushmore State News | Nov 8, 2024

The average VA loan amount for South Dakota in the fiscal year 2023 was $320,989, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA Purchase Loan amount in South Dakota increases from Q2 to Q3

By Rushmore State News | Nov 6, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for South Dakota in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $344,426, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in South Dakota increases in Q3

By Rushmore State News | Nov 3, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in South Dakota during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $335,397, a 2.5% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in South Dakota declines from Q2 to Q3

By Rushmore State News | Oct 31, 2024

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in South Dakota during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $294,545, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA provides 276 home purchase loans in South Dakota in Q3

By Rushmore State News | Oct 28, 2024

There were 276 VA home purchase loans issued in South Dakota in the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $95.1 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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South Dakota ranks 47th in total VA home loans during Q3

By Rushmore State News | Oct 25, 2024

South Dakota ranked 47th in the nation in VA home loans in the third quarter of 2024, with 346 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.