Author: Makenzie Huber
Grants and fundraising soften SDPB layoffs, but several local programs remain impacted
The softened layoffs, down to seven from 15 announced earlier, were made possible by a mixture of restructuring, donations and grants.Grant program for tribal radio stations will start in October, Sen. Rounds says
The program will be administered through the Bureau of Indian Affairs’ Office of Indigenous Connectivity and Technology, according to Sen. Rounds’ staff.SD Public Broadcasting considering cuts, layoffs after Congress rescinds federal funding
Julie Overgaard, SDPB executive director, said if funding isn’t replaced, the organization will reduce staff by 20% to 25%.
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