Suicide Prevention (988 Day): Southeastern Behavioral Health in Sioux Falls says awareness sparks conversations, and conversations connect people to help—highlighting school-based therapists and a mobile crisis team that works with law enforcement. Youth Mental Health (Rapid City): Rapid City Youth City Council is hosting “Chalk the Walk” outside City Hall to spread hope and encourage mental health talks. School Nutrition (South Dakota): Families can apply for free or reduced-price school meals for 2026-27; eligibility thresholds for a family of four are $42,900 (free) and $61,050 (reduced). Food Insecurity: Feeding South Dakota reports more than 130,000 people facing food insecurity, including one in five children, and is urging action during Hunger Action Month. Healthcare Growth (Rapid City): Rapid City issued a record $55.8M in building permits in August, with a major driver being Monument Health’s Neonatal ICU project. Public Health & Safety (Rabies): NDSU’s vet lab reports rising rabies testing positives, mostly bats, across North Dakota and nearby regions including South Dakota. Maternal/Child Health (Rapid City): The Neonatal ICU permit underscores continued investment in local hospital services. Workforce & Training (Build Dakota): South Dakota awarded Build Dakota Scholarships to 618 students for 2026-27, tied to living and working in-state after graduation. Emergency Preparedness (Rapid City): Rapid City Fire Department moved annual aircraft rescue drills to a new training location to stay certified for aviation emergencies.