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Locals bring artists to town to capture the vibrance of the small agricultural community of Faulkton, S.D.
5 Dec 2018
Across America, small rural agricultural towns are losing young people at a rapid rate. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's most recent population estimates, rural populations have declined for six consecutive years, dropping by 21,000 people in 2016 alone.
This population decline can be attributed, in part, to a shifting geography to urban areas where jobs, schools, retailers and other opportunities are abundant. What's more, fewer young people are staying involved in production agriculture, which has impacted farming and ranching communities.
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HURON, South Dakota -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development - South Dakota office issued the following news release:
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue today announced that USDA is awarding grants for 128 projects to increase access to job training, educational and health care services in rural areas, including two projects in South Dakota.
"Empowering rural Americans with access...
Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota governors share secrets of their states' bubbling economy
Nov 30 2018Governors leading three contiguous states — Montana, Wyoming and South Dakota — shared thoughts on what makes for economic growth during Big Sky Economic Development’s annual meeting at Montana State University Billings.
And, in time-honored chief executive tradition, Govs. Steve Bullock, Matt Mead and Dennis Daugaard pledged to steal one another’s best...
Back by Popular Demand! “Making the Mural: The story behind the Faulkton Mural” Tuesday, Nov. 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Lyric Theatre. Tickets at the door are $10. If you missed Saturday night’s viewing - plan to attend Tuesday night’s show!