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On today's update...

A new governor-led initiative sparks debate around immigration enforcement, namely at the latest Sioux Falls City Council meeting. Critics of Operation Prairie Thunder are asking the city to do something.

Four South Dakota communities are losing their newspapers. Media advocates say without them, residents lose their local connection to the fourth estate, and the distance from citizen to government grows even further.

The Spearfish City Council is updating its city employee salary structure to keep up with other cities in the area. Implementation of the plan is retroactive to June of this year.

Five South Dakota hospitals are being recognized for their efforts to improve outcomes for patients experiencing heart disease or stroke. Officials say hospitals that make the list are consistently following the latest research and practices in heart health care.

And more.

Patrick Williams is the local host of "All Things Considered"