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Legislative Emergency Medical Services Funding Task Force Holds First Meeting
The first meeting of the legislature’s Emergency Medical Services Funding Task Force took place yesterday (June 17). State Sen. Tim Reed, R-Brookings chairs the committee and said it’s a continuation of the work done by a similar legislative task force last summer — which looked at several things… “The demand that there is for EMS services; and then the issues that we do have ambulance deserts; and that these … a lot of the ambulance services are struggling financially; and to have members that are available — to have EMS folks that are available to do the jobs.”
KELOLAND TV
New Dell Rapids hospital rezone approved
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A new hospital for Dell Rapids moved one step closer Tuesday in Sioux Falls. On Tuesday morning, the Dell Rapids City Council and Minnehaha County Commission voted unanimously in favor of a rezoning request for a new Avera heath center to be built near Dell Rapids.
siouxfalls.business
Jodi’s Journal: Behind the headlines are stories worth lifting up
I’m sure there are more than three. But there’s something to the whole “rule of three,” so let’s stick with it. Three stories we ran in our digital publications this week that carry storylines which didn’t necessarily emerge naturally in the frontline version of my reporting.
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Avera Sacred Heart Named Among Great Community Hospitals
Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, S.D., has named to Becker's Hospital Review’s Great Community Hospitals list for 2026, released June 2. The 100 hospitals on this list prove that extraordinary care is not the exclusive domain of large academic medical centers or major metropolitan health systems. Working within real-world resource constraints, these community hospitals deliver expert clinical care, drive local innovation and serve as economic cornerstones for the regions they call home.
KELOLAND
We Care Pedicabs returns to Sioux Falls for third summer
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A familiar yellow pedicab is back in downtown Sioux Falls. “Whether they’re going to the Levitt or one of the downtown restaurants or hotels, We Care Pedicabs is a way that you can get there with a new, unique vantage point. And we’re excited to be launching our third season,” […]
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United Way Brings Dental Care to Brookings
Brookings, SD (May 28, 2026) – The Delta Dental Mobile Program will provide free dental care to those in need June 1-2 in Brookings as one of Brookings Area United Way’s offerings promoting a healthy community. Appointments are exclusive to Brookings County children under age 21 who may...
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Sioux Falls VA Health Care System Receive Top Marks in 2026 CMS Report
{KXLG - Sioux Falls, SD} The Sioux Falls VA Health Care System announced today that it received a 5-star rating in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ annual Overall Hospital Quality Star Rating report. CMS’ Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings are based on five categories: mortality, safety of...
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Avera Medical Minute: Navigating a cancer diagnosis
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A cancer diagnosis can leave you feeling uncertain as to what comes next. Patient journeys are all different, and at Avera, there are some oncologists and hematologists who specialize in treating specific cancer types. In this Avera Medical Minute, Avera oncologist Ryan Vaca...
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Infrastructure improvements coming to Sioux Falls VA Health Care System
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sioux Falls VA Health Care System announced that it had received funding for maintenance and infrastructure projects. Through the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-recurring Maintenance program, the funding is part of a $4.8 billion VA spending fund to modernize, repair, and improve health care facilities.
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A step towards recovery: The Link Health Center
As of 2025, 17.5% of people living in South Dakota have reported experiencing substance abuse. That is almost 40,000 people, most of whom struggle to find the type and level of help they require. For behavioral health issues in South Dakota, there is a need for increased specialized health care, and The Link is here in Sioux Falls to fill the gap.
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DWU celebrates opening of new Sioux Falls nursing location
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Dakota Wesleyan University, in coordination with the Sioux Falls Greater Chamber of Commerce, cut the ribbon on a brand new Sioux Falls nursing facility on Thursday. The new location off of West Russell Street doubles the classroom size and adds a simulation room...
midwestmedicaledition.com
American College of Cardiology Recognizes Eight Sanford Health Hospitals
Eight Sanford Health hospital locations across four states have been recognized for their dedication to heart patients by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) in the ACC advertising insert in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” Guidebook. Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls and...