Lake Francis Case Development Corporation

10/07/2026

The Rural Co.Starters Collaborative is hosting their next 5-day online Co.Starters Bootcamp on November 10-20, 2026. This bootcamp is fast paced and will help an established small business owner, startup entrepreneur, or someone in the idea phase move their business idea through ideation, customer discovery, messaging, numbers & distribution, and goal setting.

Register online https://airtable.com/app0UVeMcoTqrhenB/pagdX7pUuDSDvZBMC/form

09/28/2026

📣 We Want to Hear From You! 🧸❤️

We are working to better understand the childcare needs in our community, and we need your help!

Whether you currently use childcare, are looking for childcare, or may need childcare in the future, your input is important. Your responses will help us better understand the needs of local families and identify opportunities to increase childcare options in our community.

👉 Please take a few minutes to complete our Daycare Needs Survey:
https://polco.us/sgufq4

📢 Please share this post and the survey with your friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors! We want to hear from as many community members as possible.

Every response helps us better understand what our community needs. Thank you for taking the time to help us plan for the future of childcare in our community! 💙🧸

09/23/2026

📣 LOOKING FOR A DAYCARE LOCATION? THIS COULD BE THE OPPORTUNITY YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR! 🧸❤️

Are you interested in starting a daycare in our community? There is a move-in-ready space available that could be a great fit for a daycare! 🏡✨

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to provide quality childcare and support local families.

👶 Are you interested or know someone who might be? Please share this post and help us spread the word!

📩 Reach out to learn more about the space and the possibilities!

09/19/2026

Today is the 50th Annual Powwow at St Joes. Tomorrow is the celebration of 10 years of Dignity! What a wonderful addition this has been to our community and state! My Town Series

Driving through South Dakota, Cory is wowed by the gorgeous “Dignit...

09/02/2026

This program is so great and we are so happy to have grads coming back to our area thanks to the great companies that are sponsoring students and investing in the future!

These 618 scholars represent the future of South Dakota. When we invest in students, we create opportunity for them to succeed, and South Dakota grows right alongside them. I am grateful for T. Denny Sanford’s leadership and foresight to help launch this program. More than a decade later, we see that vision at work across our state. This year’s scholars are the next chapter of his remarkable legacy.

https://news.sd.gov/news?id=news_kb_article_view&sys_id=b53b6b0a474fcf10a497127ba26d436c

08/28/2026

We are so thankful for the incredible support we have received as we work toward building a stronger future for our communities! ❤️

We look forward to continuing to work alongside Chamberlain, Oacoma, Kimball, Pukwana, and folks throughout Brule County on our Strategic and Action Plans.

Together, we can identify opportunities, address challenges, and create a vision for the future that benefits everyone. Thank you for believing in our communities and supporting this important work! 🌟

Planning Together for a Stronger Future 🤝

Lake Francis Case Development Corporation Inc., a regional nonprofit dedicated to advancing economic vitality and community well-being, received a $10,000 South Dakota Fund grant to support planning efforts for Chamberlain, Oacoma and Brule County.

This planning will unite multiple communities under a single shared cause, guiding the region's growth through collaboration rather than competition. The strategic planning process will be a critical step in identifying needs, setting shared priorities and establishing a clear, actionable path forward. 🛣️

SDCF is proud to support efforts where communities choose to collaborate and grow together! 💪

08/18/2026

This week on Hometown Tours, we stopped by Charlys Restaurant & Lounge! We learned more about what makes Charlys a local favorite and checked out their party room—the perfect place to host your next birthday party, family gathering, or special celebration. Stop in for great food, drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere, and watch the full interview on our YouTube channel! 🍔🍻

https://studio.youtube.com/video/yjYwcfRxID8/edit

08/04/2026

✨ This week on Hometown Tours, we stopped by Fabulous Finds!

Join Debbie as she shares how her love for interior design turned into a business and the story behind how Fabulous Finds came to be. 💛

Watch the full interview now on our YouTube channel!

https://youtu.be/rUROCDx_HYQ

07/30/2026

Looking to introduce AI into your workplace or expand your team's skills? The South Dakota Department of Labor & Regulation is offering competitive funding to help businesses implement AI solutions and provide workforce training.
This is a great opportunity to improve efficiency, support employee development, and prepare your business for the future.

➡️ Click the link below to learn more and apply.
https://dlr.sd.gov/workforce_services/businesses/aifunding/workforce-business-ai-funding.aspx

📅 Application deadline: August 7.