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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
We've written about the state's AI Adoption Workforce Funding twice now, once when it launched and once walking through the application process. Since then the Department of Labor and Regulation put out an updated FAQ, and it settles a handful of questions we've been fielding around town. Here's what's new or worth knowing.
You can apply for more than one category at once. If your business ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Chamber, Economic, Community, Press Release
Thursday, July 09, 2026
A few weeks ago we shared the news that the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation is offering matching funds to help local businesses adopt AI. Since then, a lot of Mitchell business owners have asked the same follow-up question: okay, but how do I actually apply?
This week we got some straight answers. DLR ran a Workforce Knowledge Series webinar on July 9, and we sat in on it so you ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Economic, Press Release, Community, General News Article
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation just announced new funding to help local businesses adopt AI. Employers can get matching funds for AI discovery work (up to $5,000), hands-on training and implementation (up to $20,000), or basic AI awareness training for staff ($1,000 per employee, up to $10,000).
Here's the thing: the state funds it, but you still need someone to actually do ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community, Education, Economic, General News Article
