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09/23/2026 · Union County
Lawmakers Call for Review of Student Loan Repayment System
More than 120 members of Parliament and peers have urged the Chancellor to conduct an immediate review of student loan repayment rates. They argue the current system places an 'unsustainable burden' on graduates.
Supreme Court Addresses Mail-In Voting, Judicial Action in Recent Decisions
The Supreme Court recently considered the Trump administration's request to implement an executive order on mail-in voting. Concurrently, Justice Sotomayor denied a request to pause a financial judgment against Palestinian authorities. Legal challenges concerning tariffs and school policies also continue.
09/23/2026
Powell Prioritizes Student Loan System Review
The new head of the national student loan body has identified the student loan system as a top priority. She has previously commented on the interest rates applied to Plan 2 loans.
09/23/2026
Speech-language pathologists to train on aphasia treatment
Speech-language pathologists can enhance their skills in treating aphasia at an upcoming educational event on September 1, 2026. Learn about assessment tools and treatment approaches.
09/19/2026
Supreme Court Receives New Petitions Regarding Ten Commandments Displays in Classrooms
The U.S. Supreme Court has received two new petitions asking it to review state laws mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms. A Louisiana teacher argues the law violates the separation of church and state, while Texas families earlier challenged a similar measure.
09/13/2026
Parents Seek Cost-Saving Strategies for School Year Expenses
Parents are utilizing diverse strategies to reduce costs as the new school year approaches. These methods include establishing savings accounts and purchasing discounted items from retail outlets.
09/13/2026
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For Immediate Release: Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 Contact: Katrina Burckhard, SDDOT Planning Engineer, 605-773-6641 RAPID CITY, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) will hold a public meeting open house on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, and on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. MT. The public meeting open houses are designed to share information and gather public input for the Rapid City Major Investment Study (RCMIS) of the Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 16B corridors in Rapid City. A presentation will be shared shortly after 5:30 p.m. at each of the public meetings. The public meeting open houses will be held at the Dahl Arts Center, located at 713 7th St., in Rapid City. Both open houses will feature the same RCMIS information. Participants are invited to attend the meeting that works best for their schedules. Representatives from SDDOT will be available to answer questions, discuss the study, and receive community input. The purpose of the public meeting is to provide information about the study and gather public input on transportation needs, concerns, and priorities within the study area. Area residents, business owners, and daily commuters are encouraged to attend and participate. This study is being developed in compliance with state and federal environmental regulations. Individuals needing assistance, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), should contact the SDDOT ADA Coordinator (605-773-3540) two business days prior to the meeting in order to ensure accommodations are available. For any in-person meeting, notice is further given to individuals with disabilities that the meeting is being held in a physically accessible location. For those who cannot attend the public meeting or desire additional information on the overall study, information is available on the website at https://dot.sd.gov/projects-studies/projects/public-meetings/#HP559. Written public comments will be accepted until Friday, Nov. 6, 2026. Comments can be submitted either in-person during the public meetings or through the study website. For more information, contact Katrina Burckhard, SDDOT Planning Engineer, at 605-773-6641 or via email at [email protected]. About SDDOT: The mission of the South Dakota Department of Transportation is to provide a safe and efficient public transportation system. For the latest on road and weather conditions, road closures, construction work zones, commercial vehicle restrictions, and traffic incidents, please visit https://sd511.org or dial 511. Read more about the innovative work of the SDDOT at https://dot.sd.gov.
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