shop online at www.missourivalleyshopper.com January 31, 2017 • Page 9 ‘Blind Date With A Book’ Event Set Washington Looking To The States By Gov. Dennis Daugaard: On Friday, Jan. 20, I was in Washington, D.C., among the many who attended the inaugural ceremonies for our 45th President. As governor, I was provided a seat on the platform, among other governors, former presidents, Supreme Court justices, senators and members of Congress. For someone like me, who grew up on a small farm, and attended a one-room school, being among those seated behind President Trump was both surreal and humbling. In recent years, the regulations and unfunded mandates imposed by the federal government have been a concern. Under the EPA alone, the last eight years have seen 4,000 new rules, requiring an estimated 33 million hours of paperwork and a price tag of $334 billion in compliance costs. Under the Affordable Care Act, another 3,852 new federal regulations were adopted, with an annual price tag of more than $116 billion. Some of these regulations are overly burdensome to the states, and nonsensical. For instance, Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act, requires state Medicaid and health program agencies to post notices in the state’s top 15 languages. Even though South Dakota has only about 200 residents who speak French, we are still required to print all significant publications in French. With President Trump’s inauguration, I am hopeful many of these unreasonable regulations will be repealed. I look forward to an administration that respects limited government, is committed to reining in the federal bureaucracy and understands the role of the states in a federal system. Both the Trump Administration and leaders in Con- gress have been reaching out to governors, asking for ways to eliminate red tape and return flexibility to the states. While I was in Washington, D.C., for the inaugural, I was invited to speak with members of the Senate Finance Committee about South Dakota’s recommendations concerning Medicaid reform. I cautioned the senators against a “one-sizefits-all” approach to funding state Medicaid programs, and urged them to pass reforms that are equitable to rural states and also to states that have not expanded Medicaid. State governments should have the option of establishing work requirements or requiring wellness activities or performance benchmarks for Medicaid enrollees. These approaches could help keep costs down and improve health outcomes for individuals. I also identified the Legendary Southern Rock Band Lynyrd Skynyrd To Play The SD State Fair HURON, S.D.– The South Dakota State Fair, a division of the South Dakota Department of Agriculture, announces Lynyrd Skynyrd will perform at the grandstand on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017. Known for their fiery slice of Southern style guitar rock, Lynyrd Skynyrd has been playing some of rock & roll’s biggest hits for over 40 years. With a catalog of over 60 albums, sales beyond 30 million worldwide and their beloved classic American rock anthem “Sweet Home Alabama” having over two million downloaded ringtones, Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Lynyrd Skynyrd remains a cultural icon that appeals to all generations. Other instantly memorable Lynyrd Skynyrd songs include “Freebird,” “Simple Man,” “What’s Your Name,” “Saturday Night Special” and “Tuesday’s Gone.” SD State Fairgrounds manager Peggy Besch said, “We have been trying to get Lynyrd Skynyrd to the fair for a few years now so when they confirmed, we were extremely happy. They have so many recognizable hits and are an incredible rock and roll group. We look forward to hosting them. Come Saturday night at the SD State Fair, we look forward to seeing a grandstand packed full of people.” A ticket presale will begin June 19 for backrest holders followed by Friends of the Fair ticket sales on June 22. General public ticket sales will begin June 26. The 2017 South Dakota State Fair will run from Thursday, Aug. 31, through Monday, Sept. 4. Preview night will be Wednesday, Aug. 30. This year’s theme is “Seriously Twisted Fun.” For more information on State Fair events, contact the Fair office at 800-529-0900, visit www. sdstatefair.com or find them on Facebook or Twitter. Agriculture is a major contributor to South Dakota’s economy, generating $25.6 billion in annual economic activity and employing over 115,000 South Dakotans. The South Dakota Department of Agriculture's mission is to promote, protect and preserve this industry for today and tomorrow. Visit SDDA online at http://sdda.sd.gov, find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or subscribe to SD Ag Chat podcasts through Google Play Music or iTunes. Want your business to be seen? Get your display ad here! Call 605-665-5884 Or Drop By At 319 Walnut St. Medicaid/Indian Health Services reimbursement issue as South Dakota’s number one priority and urged the senators to consider this issue when repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act. The federal government needs to live up to its obligation to provide health care for Native Americans. I am encouraged that the Trump Administration and federal lawmakers are asking for state input. My meeting with Senate Finance Committee members marked the first time since my election in 2010 that governors have been asked by members of Congress to come to Washington to give our state’s perspective on federal reforms. I am hopeful they will take South Dakota’s priorities under serious consideration and, in the coming years, continue to look to the states. finding the right job is easier than you think Valentine’s Day is coming up, and the Yankton Community Library is ready to set you up with a blind date. As in years past, there are two ways to participate. Beginning Feb.1, you can fill out a brief survey on our Facebook page and a literary matchmaker will select a book for you. Complete the survey by Feb. 13 and your “date” will be ready for you to pick up at the front desk on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14. The library will also have a display of “blind dates” available for selection. You can check out a wrapped book from this display throughout the month of February. There will be books for all ages available. These “blind dates” will be available while supplies last. If you have questions, you may contact the library at 605668-5276 or email library@cityofyankton.org. ‘Dolly Disco’ Fundraiser In Vermillion VERMILLION — Fans of country legend Dolly Parton, advocates of childhood literacy and folks just looking for a good time will gather at the Vermillion National Guard Armory on Saturday, Feb. 4, from 6-8 p.m. for the third annual Dolly Disco to benefit United Way’s Imagination Library program. The event will include rollerskating, Parton’s music, snacks and more. There is a fee for admission, and costumes are encouraged. “Imagination Library is a program that provides a free book every month to children between birth and age five in the Vermillion area,” explained United Way Executive Director Kelsey Collier-Wise. “Since Dolly Parton created the program, throwing a party in her honor has proven a great way to raise money for the program.” Currently, 286 children are currently enrolled in the Imagination Library program funded through United Way of Vermillion, and nearly 600 have graduated. Studies have shown that participation in the program improves early childhood literacy. “Putting books in kids’ hands, at no cost, is such an extraordinary gift. In this age of technology there is something so special about sitting with a child and reading a book. 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