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2026 Ag-Field Day - Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce

2026 Pierre Chamber Ag Field Day a Success Thanks to Community Support PIERRE, SD — The Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the success of the 2026 Ag Field Day, held March 18, 2026, at the Stanley County Fairgrounds. The annual event welcomed local fourth-grade students for a day of hands-on agricultural education and interactive learning. The Chamber extends a sincere thank you to the area schools that attended and participated in this year’s event and to the Stanley County

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Relaax Ribbon Cutting 2026

The Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce was proud to be part of a ribbon cutting celebration for Relaax Massage Studio on March 19, 2026. Located at 1601 N. Harrison Avenue, Pierre, Relaax offers a full range of services from custom therapeutic massages tailored to your needs, chair massage, assisted stretch therapy to help improve flexibility, and even a meditation lounge for calm, holistic wellness. Whether you're looking to relax, recover, or rejuvenate, Relaax has something for everyone! Community

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Leadership Pierre - Tourism, News and Marketing

Leadership Pierre participants recently spent the day learning about the important role tourism, news, and marketing play in shaping and promoting the Pierre and Fort Pierre community.

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2026 Pierre Chamber Ag-Field Day Bags!

The Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce assembled 150 swag bags for the Agri-Interest Committee's Ag Field Day Event! Stay tuned on our Facebook Page: Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce, for event photos soon! Thank You to Our 2026 Agri-Interest Sponsors! The Chamber extends a special thank-you to this year’s Agri-Interest Sponsors! Champion Sponsor: BankWest Appreciation Sponsors: Avera and First Fidelity Bank Ag Field Day Sponsors: BankWest, Casey Tibbs SD Rodeo Center, East Pierre Landscape & Garden

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Government Outreach Update March 11, 2026

Thanks to everyone who took time this morning to attend this morning's Capital Area Networking meeting. We appreciate Nathan Sanderson and Mary Duvall giving us their insights and perspectives as the 2026 Session draws to a close. Click here to view the Legislative Wrap Up recording. Thank you to our 2026 Legislative Champion Sponsors: Avera, Dakota Credit Union Foundation, ISG Thank you to our 2026 Legislative Wrap-Up Sponsors: Clubhouse Inn & Suites and Eagle Business Consulting Thank you to our 2026

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Rivers Edge Auto Spa Ribbon Cutting and Open House 2026

River’s Edge Auto Spa Ribbon Cutting The Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce was proud to be part of a ribbon cutting celebration for River’s Edge Auto Spa on March 9, 2026. Owner Nate Munce welcomed Chamber members, community leaders, and supporters to celebrate the continued growth of his local business in Pierre. River’s Edge Auto Spa specializes in professional auto and boat detailing, helping customers restore the appearance of their vehicles and keep them looking their best. Located at 422 S. Chapelle

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Government Outreach Update March 4, 2026

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Government Outreach Update February 25, 2026

You’re invited to the next Capital Area Networking meeting for an important Legislative Session Wrap-Up, offering timely insights while the session is still active. Get a clear update on where key issues stand, what has passed, and what may still change before adjournment. Join us Wednesday, March 11, from 8 AM - 9 AM, at the Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce, 800 W. Dakota Avenue, Pierre. Topic Presentation: A 45-minute Legislative Session Wrap-Up featuring Nathan Sanderson of the SD Retailers Association

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Government Outreach Update February 18, 2026

Committees are under pressure this week to finish holding public hearings on all the bills assigned to them. Next Tuesday is Crossover Day, which is the deadline for bills to pass their house of origin and cross over to the other side. The Appropriations Committee adopted a $2.5 billion general fund revenue target for FY2027. That is about one percent more than the Governor proposed in his December budget address. Discussions are already underway about the best ideas for how to allocate the additional

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Leadership Pierre - Local and State Government

Leadership Pierre Session Six gave participants an inside look at how local and state government serve our community, combining classroom learning on delivering exemplary service with behind-the-scenes tours and conversations with city and county leaders. The experience highlighted how strong leadership, collaboration, and public service work together to keep our region moving forward, setting the stage for next session’s focus on Tourism, News, and Marketing.

Dani Norden