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Week two of the 101st Legislative Session and the Joint Committee on Appropriations continues with budget hearings. We talked about the growing funding gap that persists in the Community Support Provider (CSP) world. The State has a constitutional obligation to care for those with intellectual and behavioral disabilities, and one way we do that best is through CSPs. They were funded at 100% methodology in 2023, but funding gaps have grown since. With no change from last year there will be a 9.3% delta, which comes to $21.9 million in unreimbursed services- roughly $10.8 million of that being state share.
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Because of Martin Luther King, Jr. day on Monday, we only had a four day week. Again, Tuesday and Thursday morning at 7:45 is the time for our Health and Human Services Committee meeting for those of you who would like to testify on a bill or watch on TV.
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BE SELFISH: INVEST IN EDUCATION. YOUR OWN AND THE KIDS DOWN THE STREET
Read moreRural South Dakotans may see incremental changes to their health care coverage in the next year after $189 million in funding was awarded to the state, but the most significant improvements will likely take more time, industry leaders said.
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The Wagner girls wrestling team competed Saturday, January 24, at the River City Rumble tournament in Chamberlain, gaining valuable experience and bringing home multiple podium finishes.
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The Wagner boys wrestling team turned in an impressive performance at the Winner Invitational on Saturday, January
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Team Buche Cares hosted a community giveaway on Tuesday, January 20, at the G.F. Buche Co. Headquarters in Wagner. The event provided neighbors with free-range blue eggs, beef hot dogs, and potatoes. Special thanks to Dakota Layers and Jorgensen Land & Cattle for their generous support in helping nourish our community. Between 200 and 250 area residents braved the cold weather to take part in the giveaway. Courtesy Photos
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