New $18M Manufacturing Center Named After Abdnor | Pierre News

Southeast Tech is building a $18 million advanced manufacturing center—named after Senator James Abdnor—to train welders and machinists, set to open in fall 2028. Funded by state, federal HUD, and private donors—with Sen. John Thune helping secure federal support—the facility will triple manufacturing capacity and double welding booths, addressing current program overcrowding. Despite a $2 million funding gap, major local contributions from Marmon Energy and Forward Sioux Falls show strong community backing for expanding South Dakota’s skilled trades workforce. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0fd3ea02d2486be2