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When baby opossums fell from their mother's pouch during a rescue, a Sioux Falls tattoo parlor stepped up. Thanks to their quick thinking and a dedicated wildlife rescuer, the tiny marsupials are now thriving.
Sioux Falls firefighters can now dive into water emergencies within 10 minutes, thanks to a new program putting 12 trained rescue divers on call around the clock. The city-funded initiative responds to growing development around local lakes and waterways.
A fourth-generation family business is opening a new metal fabrication facility in Niagara Falls, creating 17 skilled manufacturing jobs and investing $1.3 million in Western New York. Metal Craft Spinning and Stamping's expansion shows how companies are finding opportunity while navigating trade challenges.
The Sioux Falls Stampede claimed their fourth Clark Cup title with a dramatic double-overtime victory, ending a seven-year championship drought. The team won four elimination games during their playoff run, celebrating with thousands of devoted fans.
A mental health program in five Sioux Falls schools has helped more than 125 students since late 2025, with participating students showing a 14% boost in attendance. Licensed therapists now work on-site, making it easier for kids to get help without missing class.
A pilot program placing licensed therapists directly inside five Sioux Falls schools is reaching 125 students weekly and showing remarkable early results, including a 51% decrease in students expressing thoughts of self-harm. In just one year, the approach is proving that meeting kids where they are can transform mental health care access.
Two Sioux Falls brothers just earned a major honor for building more than water tanks. Gene Jones Jr. and Scott Jones are South Dakota's 2026 Small Business Champions for their work serving communities across 30 states.
Six counties in southern Illinois saw unemployment drop in March, with hundreds of residents finding work as spring brought fresh opportunities. The region gained 300 healthcare jobs and 150 government positions despite broader economic headwinds.
After decades of economic stagnation while other Montana cities boomed, Great Falls is finally seeing its turnaround moment. A massive aerospace manufacturer and other major developments are bringing jobs, growth, and renewed hope to the Electric City.
American workers got great news in January as employers added 130,000 jobs, nearly double what economists predicted. The unemployment rate also dropped to 4.3%, signaling continued strength in the job market.
Reagan Kolberg turned down medicine to connect generous donors with local nonprofits that need them most. At just 25, she's helping shape the future of South Dakota's fastest-growing city.
California's Jobs First initiative has generated over 61,000 new jobs across the state with $1.6 billion in regional investments. The program tailors job creation strategies to each area's unique industries, from medtech to manufacturing.
South Dakota continues to lead the nation with the lowest unemployment rate at just 2.2 percent, matching Hawaii for the top spot. Even as Sioux Falls slipped from the number one metro area, the state's economy remains remarkably strong with jobs outnumbering job seekers.
A scholarship remembering three business leaders killed in a 1993 plane crash has helped 95 students pursue their dreams while strengthening the local economy. Applications are open now through March 15 for students studying business in South Dakota.
A nonprofit that gives abused and neglected children a voice in court can only serve half the kids who need help. Now they're opening their doors to train anyone willing to spend 30 hours learning how to change a child's life.
Canada added 18,000 jobs in June, pushing unemployment down to 6.5% as young workers scored their best summer start in years. Students heading back to school this fall are finding work easier than any time since the pandemic.
California's job market just scored its biggest monthly win in a year, adding nearly 94,000 jobs while unemployment dropped for the third straight month. The state accounted for more than half of all new jobs nationwide in January.
Utah's economy is thriving with more than 26,000 new jobs created in the past year and unemployment falling to just 3.6%. Even better, young workers are choosing education over rushed job searches, setting themselves up for long-term success.
While layoffs shake white-collar industries, a new category of well-paid "new-collar" jobs is rising that requires specialized skills but not a four-year degree. These roles offer median salaries over $100,000 and can be learned through vocational training, certification programs, or on the job.
New Jersey started 2026 with a much-needed employment boost, adding 6,000 jobs in January while the unemployment rate fell to 5.2%. Private sector growth is leading the charge, with professional services, healthcare, and construction creating thousands of new opportunities for Garden State workers.
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