Medical Marijuana Updates: South Dakota’s Medical Marijuana Oversight Committee says the program is improving, with more than 19,000 people holding cards and officials considering digital cards; home cultivation licenses also jumped from 61 (FY2022) to 715 (FY2026), a 1,072% rise, prompting concerns about how the grow-room rules are being followed. Youth Mental Health & Social Media: A multi-state trial against Meta over allegedly addictive features that harm kids begins, with South Dakota among the states backing the lawsuit. Rural Health Access: A Sioux Falls virtual care provider argues rural health transformation needs more than funding—communities also need sustainable clinical support for understaffed teams. Bedbugs & Health Risks: Bedbug infestations are rising, and new research is exploring whether they could spread antibiotic-resistant germs like MRSA, though experts stress it’s not proven in real homes. Local Care Support: Brookings Health System’s “Aiming to Inspire Health” fundraiser raised over $30,500 to help buy a LUCAS 3 chest compression system for cardiac emergencies. Community Health Governance: Avera Queen of Peace in Mitchell welcomed three new board members to guide strategy and oversight for regional care. Medicare Fraud Crackdown: The U.S. Attorney’s Office in South Dakota filed a civil complaint seeking recovery of $4.59M in an alleged Medicare billing scheme. Fire Safety Grants: Three South Dakota volunteer fire departments received $10,000 State Farm safety grants for responder equipment. YMCA Fall Programs: The YMCA of the Black Hills opened fall registration for fitness, swim lessons, youth sports, childcare, and wellness activities.