In the Moment - Lori Walsh

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Meta on trial: Will South Dakota kids allegedly harmed by social media benefit from the outcome? Aug 19, 2026

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South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley offers an update on litigation against social media giant Meta. He also explains his reasons for appealing a judge's decision regarding Mayday Health.

South Dakotans will look across county borders when deciding whether to opt in to sales tax hike Aug 17, 2026

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Two key bills from the 2026 legislative session will shift how local governments are funded. Economist Kyle Kopplin explains how counties that share borders will decide "who votes and who pays."

Dispute over signature gathering continues, despite victory for citizens who say legislature violated First Amendment Aug 17, 2026

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An appeals court affirmed the state legislature had overstepped when it shortened the time citizens can gather signatures on ballot question petitions. But the state is pushing the legal battle forward. We explore the nuances of the debate.

Prairie Fest invites families to explore the grasslands of South Dakota Aug 14, 2026

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A gathering at Good Earth State Park promises budget-friendly play while learning about the power of the prairie. We talk with Laura Kahler of the South Dakota Grassland Initiative.

Alyssa Allgood & Fellowship Jazz Center Orchestra discuss 'sacred art form' of jazz Aug 14, 2026

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Jazz vocalist and bandleader Alyssa Allgood stops by the SDPB studios alongside Jim Spiers and Daniel Heier. The trio talks jazz, community, and creative practice.

Advice for rural patients seeking GLP-1 access, affordability in South Dakota Aug 10, 2026

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A pilot program has created GLP-1 access for Medicare Part D beneficiaries at a fixed cost of $50. But that's only the first thing to know about how the popular drugs are used for weight loss.

Migration without borders: 50 years of tracking monarch butterflies Aug 07, 2026

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Fifty years ago this August, scientists proved that some monarch butterflies traveled 3,000 miles in a complex migration ritual. Will Wright, Ph.D., explores the complexity of discovery and the challenges of protecting international migration corridors.

Report outlines how transportation barriers in Rapid City impact employment and quality of life Aug 06, 2026

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In South Dakota, if you want to get to work, you usually need a reliable vehicle. Lee Strubinger looked into how high fuel prices, auto loan interest rates, insurance premiums, and public transit routes impact Rapid City residents.

Monday Macro: Fed task forces could lead to reform in U.S. monetary policy Aug 03, 2026

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From a massive balance sheet to the way the Fed communicates, Fed Chair's Kevin Warsh's new task forces will take a comprehensive look at U.S. monetary policy. Macroeconomist Joe Santos weighs in on the complicated work of reform now before the Fed.

How the Levitt Foundation uses an open lawn, activated by music, to create social bridging and resilience Jul 31, 2026

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Levitt at the Falls seeks to bring joy to South Dakotans through free concerts and music programming. Levitt leaders discuss how spending down a philanthropy fund can act as a catalyst for change.

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