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            Office of Gov. Dennis Daugaard

500 E. Capitol Ave.

Pierre, S.D. 57501

(605) 773-3212

www.sd.gov

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Friday, Dec. 7, 2012

CONTACT:  Tony Venhuizen or Joe Kafka at 605-773-3212

 

                            

                                            News Tips For Dec. 8-14, 2012

 

Saturday, Dec. 8, Pierre, State Capitol – The 15th annual Pie Day will be observed from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST in the Statehouse. The event features free pie, cookies, coffee and ice cream. The public is encouraged to enjoy the refreshments and view the annual Christmas tree display. Area talent will provide entertainment throughout the day.

 

Monday, Dec. 10, Pierre, 2:05 p.m. CST – Gov. Dennis Daugaard will appear on South Dakota Perspective, broadcast on KGFX and other affiliate stations of the Dakota News Network.

 

Monday, Dec. 10, Pierre, Governor’s Mansion – Public tours to view Christmas finery in the Governor’s Mansion will be held on Monday, Dec. 10, and Monday, Dec. 17.  Six holiday tours will be conducted each day, at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. CST.  There is a limit of 40 people per tour. Tickets (free) must be obtained in advance from the Pierre Chamber of Commerce, 605-224-7361. To see a video of the tour, with First Lady Linda Daugaard and Pierre Mayor Laurie Gill, go to: http://oahetv.com/CityLimits122012GovTour.htm

 

Monday, Dec. 10, Wanblee from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. MST - Benefits Specialists from the Department of Social Services' Division of Economic Assistance will be available in Wanblee. For more information, contact Kristin Kellar, 605-773-3165.

 

Monday – Wednesday, Dec. 10 – 12, Ellsworth Air Force Base, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. MST – The Transition Assistance Program (TAP) assists separating and retiring military personnel in their transition from military to civilian life.  This three day workshop is located in the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Rushmore Bldg.) and will include information on employment services and programs, resumes, interviews, and applications, and Veterans benefits information.  Contact:  Lee Mai at 605-394-2303;  Kenneth Mark Northrup at 605-394-2304; or Patrick Herbst at 605-394-2326.

 

Monday, Dec. 10, Pierre, 8:30 a.m. CST – The Department of Labor and Regulation’s Board of Accountancy will be holding a meeting at 427 S. Chapelle St.  To view the meeting agenda, visit http://accountancy.sd.gov  .  For more information, call 605-367-5770.

 

Tuesday Dec. 11, through Thursday, Dec. 13 – The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation will hold itinerant office hours. Both job seekers and employers interested in receiving employment and career services at no cost may visit or call during these office hours. More information on programs and services is available at www.sdjobs.org .   Itinerant office hours will be held at the following locations:

  • Tuesday, Dec. 11, Redfield, 1 – 3 p.m. CST – at the Spink County Courthouse, third floor. For more information on programs and services, call 605-472-0435 during these office hours or visit www.sdjobs.org 
  • Tuesday, Dec. 11, Rapid City, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. MST – at the Western Dakota Technical Institute, west end of the commons area. For more information call Lynette Engle, Kevin Dary, Joy Rehfeld or Dave Wong at 605-718-2956 during these office hours or visit www.sdjobs.org
  • Wednesday, Dec. 12, Webster, 1 – 3 p.m. CST – at the Day County Courthouse basement. For more information on programs and services, call 605-345-4781 during these office hours or visit www.sdjobs.org 
  • Thursday, Dec. 13, Rapid City, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. MST  –  at the Western Dakota Technical Institute, west end of the commons area. For more information, call Lynette Engle, Kevin Dary, Joy Rehfeld or Dave Wong at 605-718-2956 during these office hours or visit www.sdjobs.org 

 

 

Tuesday, Dec. 11, through Thursday, Dec. 13 – The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation will host Job Search Assistance Programs (JSAP).  JSAP is a workshop for people recovering from job loss or enhancing their job search skills.  Trained instructors speak on modern-day techniques used to successfully find employment.  Topics covered are: resume and cover letter writing, interviewing etiquette, networking effectively, using social media and much more. JSAP will be offered at the following locations:

  • Wednesday, Dec. 12, Sioux Falls, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. CST – at 811 E. 10th St. Parties interested in attending should register by calling 605-367-5300. For more information, visit www.sdjobs.org
  • Wednesday, Dec. 12, Yankton, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. CST – at 3113 Spruce St., Ste. 124. For more information, call 605-668-2900 or visit www.sdjobs.org
  • Wednesday, Dec. 12, North Sioux City, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. CST – at 504 River Drive. Parties interested in attending should register by calling 605-242-5445 before 5:00 p.m., Monday, Dec. 10. For more information visit www.sdjob.org
  • Thursday, Dec. 13, Watertown, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CST – at 2001 9thAve. SW., Ste. 200. For more information, call 605-882-5131 or visit www.sdjobs.org
  • Thursday, Dec. 13, Huron, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. CST – at the Huron Community Campus, Fine Arts building, located at 939 Ohio Ave. SW. For more information, call 605-353-7155 or visit www.sdjobs.org
  • Thursday, Dec. 13, Rapid City, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. MST – at 111 New York St., #107C. For more information, call 605-394-2296 or visit www.sdjobs.org    

 

 

Tuesday-Thursday, Dec. 11-13, Spearfish – The South Dakota Board of Regents will meet on the campus of Black Hills State University for its regular business meeting. Executive sessions begin Tuesday at 6 p.m. MST and continue from 8 a.m. through 1:30 p.m. Wednesday. The regents’ business meeting convenes at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 12, in the Jacket Legacy Room in the Student Union. The agenda includes a public rules hearing on the South Dakota Opportunity Scholarship (at 1:30 p.m.), approval of new programs and delivery sites, and review of the Governor’s FY14 budget recommendations. The board’s agenda and supporting documents may be accessed online at http://www.sdbor.edu/theboard/agenda/index.htm . For more information, contact Janelle Toman or Tracy Mercer, 605-773-3455.

 

 

Tuesday, Dec. 11 – Benefits Specialists from the Department of Social Services' Division of Economic Assistance will be available at the following itinerant offices:

- Kyle from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. MST

- Dupree from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. MST

- Timber Lake from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. MST

- Flandreau from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CST

- Canton from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CST

- Webster from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CST

For more information, contact Kristin Kellar, 605-773-3165.

 

 

Tuesday, Dec. 11, 10:15 a.m., MST, Hilton Garden Inn, 815 E. Mall Drive, Rapid City –  A state Department of Environment and Natural Resources official will speak at a summit called “Opportunities in the Bakken and West River Expansion.” Derric Iles, state geologist, will join oil and real estate experts and political leaders to outline growth and prosperity opportunities associated with the Bakken and Williston Basin. Iles will discuss the Red River Formation as compared to North Dakota’s oil production, South Dakota’s oil and gas potential, how DENR is promoting oil and gas exploration and development, and how DENR is using technology to provide pertinent information on exploration and development of South Dakota’s oil and gas resources. For more information about the DENR presentation, contact Derric Iles at 605-677-5227.

 

 

Wednesday, Dec. 12, Spearfish, 1:30 p.m. MST – The South Dakota Board of Regents will hold a public hearing to adopt rules for the South Dakota Opportunity Scholarship program. The effect of the rules is to allow scholarship students to complete coursework in career and technical education, pursue alternative forms of instruction in order to establish initial eligibility for the scholarship program, and to provide eighth semester funding for students who graduate a semester early. The rules hearing will be held in the Jacket Legacy Room in the Student Union on the campus of Black Hills State University, 1200 University Blvd.  Copies of the proposed rules may be obtained without charge from the South Dakota Board of Regents, 306 E. Capitol Ave., Suite 200, Pierre, SD 57501. For more information, contact Katie Maley, 605-773-3455.

 

 

Wednesday, Dec. 12, Wanblee from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. MST – Benefits Specialists from the Department of Social Services’ Division of Economic Assistance will be available in Wanblee. For more information, contact Kristin Kellar, 605-773-3165.

 

 

Wednesday, Dec. 12, Rapid City, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. MST – The Department of Labor and Regulation will have a veterans’ outreach representative available at the Western Dakota Technical Institute, commons area.  Any veteran with questions about employment, job searches, career counseling or training may call Kenneth Mark Northrup at 605-394-2304 for more information or to schedule an appointment.  Additional information is also available at www.sdjobs.org

 

 

Thursday, Dec. 13, Sioux Falls, 8 a.m. CST - The South Dakota Board of Pardons and Paroles will hold its monthly meeting at the State Penitentiary, Third Floor Conference Room. For more information, contact the Board of Pardons and Paroles, 605-367-5040.

 

Thursday, Dec. 13, 1:15 p.m. CST, Oacoma – The Department of Human Services’ Division of Rehabilitation Services Board of Vocational Rehabilitation will hold its quarterly board meeting from 1:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. CST at the Cedar Shore Resort on 1500 Shoreline Drive.  The meeting will resume on Friday, Dec. 14, at 8:30 a.m. and end at noon. The public is welcome. For more information contact Collette Wagoner at 605-945-2207 or toll free at 800-210-0143. Any individuals attending the meeting who will require an accommodation for a disability in order to participate in the meeting should submit a request to Board staff by calling 800-210-0143.

 

Thursday, Dec. 13, Madison, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. CST – The Department of Labor and Regulation will be holding upcoming test dates for the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC). Testing will be held at the Madison Area Career Learning Center at 223 S. Van Eps Ave. The NCRC is an industry-recognized, portable, evidence-based credential that certifies essential skills needed for workplace success. If special circumstances need to be considered for different start times, individuals can set that up during the pre-registration. For more information about the NCRC or to register, please call 605-256-5300 or visit www.sdjobs.org

 

Thursday, Dec. 13, Hot Springs, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. MST – The Department of Labor and Regulation will have a veterans’ outreach representative available at the Vet Hospital Domiciliary Ward, 7B classroom.  Any veteran with questions about employment, job searches, career counseling or training may call Patrick Herbst at 605-394-2326 for more information or to schedule an appointment.  Additional information is also available at www.sdjobs.org

 

Thursday, Dec. 13- Benefits Specialists from the Department of Social Services' Division of Economic Assistance will be available at the following itinerant offices:

- Kyle from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. MST

- Dupree from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. MST

- Flandreau from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CST

- Canton from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CST

- Hayti from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. CST

- Webster from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CST

- Lemmon from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. MST

- Armour from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CST

For more information, contact Kristin Kellar, 605-773-3165.

 

 

Thursday, Dec. 13, Pierre, Matthew Training Center, 523 E. Capitol Ave., 1 p.m. CST - The Petroleum Release Compensation Board will hold its annual meeting with insurance industry representatives to determine the viability of private insurance for pollution coverage for petroleum tank owners. Other items on the agenda include a report on the financial status of the Petroleum Release Compensation Fund, an update on underground storage tank operator training, an overview of the upcoming 2013 Legislature, and election of officers. The board will also go into executive session to discuss ongoing litigation. For a complete agenda, visit http://denr.sd.gov/boards/2012/prc1212.pdf  . For more information, contact Vicki Hanson, DENR, at 605-773-3769.

 

                                   

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