https://www.wallsdedc.com Wall Economic Development Corporation News Feed Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:04:52 +0000 en-US https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/66838/want-to-keep-more-money-in-your-pocket https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/66838/want-to-keep-more-money-in-your-pocket Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000 In partnership with Wall Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), Black Hills Federal Credit Union (BHFCU) has launched an ongoing Lunch & Learn series to educate people on everything from impulse buying to fraud prevention to how to successfully negotiate for a car. “The classes have been informative and fun with lots of... https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/66071/celebrating-10-years-of-inspiring-action-and-igniting-growth-in-wall https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/66071/celebrating-10-years-of-inspiring-action-and-igniting-growth-in-wall Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Ten years ago, the Wall Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) began as an idea.It's hard to believe that a decade ago, what began as Marty Huether's vision to revitalize economic growth in Wall has blossomed into the dynamic organization we celebrate today. Our new vision statement, shaped by our high school senior... https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/65577/whats-there-to-do-in-wall-in-winter https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/65577/whats-there-to-do-in-wall-in-winter Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000 The weather outside might be frightful, but did you know there’s still lots to do in Wall that’s truly delightful?From enjoying the Badlands National Park (with hardly a hint of traffic!) to shopping at any one of our amazing, locally owned businesses, one thing’s for sure:There’s a lot to do... https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/64820/taiwanese-delegates-tour-wall-farms-as-part-of-10-billion-us-agriculture-agreement https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/64820/taiwanese-delegates-tour-wall-farms-as-part-of-10-billion-us-agriculture-agreement Mon, 29 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 The Wall Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) proudly hosted an agricultural goodwill tour this past weekend for a delegation of Taiwanese officials and agribusiness leaders. The group is part of a broader trade mission that began in Washington, D.C., where Taiwanese representatives signed a letter of intent for a $10 billion... https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/64670/so-god-made-a-farmer-celebrating-the-legacy-of-our-growers https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/64670/so-god-made-a-farmer-celebrating-the-legacy-of-our-growers Tue, 16 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 “It had to be somebody who’d plow deep and straight and not cut corners; somebody to seed, weed, feed, breed, rake and disc and plow and plant and tie the fleece and strain the milk and replenish the self-feeder and finish a hard week’s work… So God Made a Farmer.”When... https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/68018/celebrating-the-cosmos-the-2026-badlands-astronomy-festival https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/68018/celebrating-the-cosmos-the-2026-badlands-astronomy-festival Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Sweeping views of the Milky Way, that gorgeous river of stars that 80% of Americans can no longer see due to light pollution, the steady points of glowing light from Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and Mercury and gentle flickering of 7,500 brilliant stars in the inky black sky…Whether you’re a... https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/67903/gazing-into-a-brilliant-river-of-stars-that-80-of-americans-can-no-longer-see https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/67903/gazing-into-a-brilliant-river-of-stars-that-80-of-americans-can-no-longer-see Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Imagine looking skyward on an inky, dark night. Gazing into an unobstructed view granting some of the best stargazing in North America. Any day of the year. Any hour of the night.Where the majestic sweep of the Milky Way, that gorgeous river of stars that 80% of Americans can no... https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/67902/rural-not-remote-energize-conference-proves-that-opportunity-abounds-in-small-towns https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/67902/rural-not-remote-energize-conference-proves-that-opportunity-abounds-in-small-towns Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0000 A full house filled with enthusiastic and innovating community leaders from across the state landed in Wall in early May for the 8th Annual Energize! Exploring Innovative Rural Communities Conference.Facilitated by South Dakota State University Extension (SDSU), the event featured a variety of engaging sessions presented by thought leaders who... https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/67433/press-release-black-hills-federal-credit-union-announces-the-launch-of-black-hills-trust-company-south-dakotas-first-cuso-trust-company https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/67433/press-release-black-hills-federal-credit-union-announces-the-launch-of-black-hills-trust-company-south-dakotas-first-cuso-trust-company Mon, 04 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Rapid City, SD – April 28, 2026Black Hills Federal Credit Union (BHFCU) today announced the official launch of Black Hills Trust Company, LLC (BH Trust), the first Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO) trust company in the state of South Dakota. This milestone expands BHFCU’s long‑standing mission... https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/64421/wall-leadership-development-program-launches-sixmonth-community-leadership-initiative https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/64421/wall-leadership-development-program-launches-sixmonth-community-leadership-initiative Tue, 02 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Comprehensive program designed to empower next generation of local leaders begins October 2025Wall, SD – The Wall Leadership Development Program is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural six-month leadership development initiative, designed to cultivate the next generation of community leaders across South Dakota. Running from October 2025 through... https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/64041/big-beautiful-bill-hr1-provisions-that-may-effect-your-business https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/64041/big-beautiful-bill-hr1-provisions-that-may-effect-your-business Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Big Beautiful Bill (H.R.1)  has passed and there are a number of provisions that might have an impact on area businesses. Below is a thoughtful list of those provisions although it may not be a complete list. Please contact your accountant or House of Representative to get more information. 1. Small... https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/63590/new-redesigned-website-highlights-the-ideal-location-to-live-and-work https://www.wallsdedc.com/news/p/item/63590/new-redesigned-website-highlights-the-ideal-location-to-live-and-work Wed, 09 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0000 New Redesigned Website, Crafted by Wall Economic Development Corporation with Golden Shovel Agency, Highlights the Ideal Location to Live and WorkWALL, SD – The Wall Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) has redesigned its website to highlight the “Businesses & Families Thrive Here!” guidepost for this ideally located community in western South...