u/SEKS-Aviator

Another question this time on healthcare providers in the Brookings area.

Looking for a good doctor to get established with. Sanford? Avera? Any recommendations on a doctor that actually listens to the patient and takes time? I had a great one in rural Kansas and hope I can find someone of the same caliber around here.

While on the topic, I also need a dentist. Heard from the folks that there are a good number of dentists in the area. Which one do you recommend?

I have health (and dental) insurance through my employer....

Looking to purchase a home in the Brookings area. Could use a good realtor.

Any recommendations?

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Renewed my CCL here in Kansas. First renewal since I moved here in 2021. No class and qualification, unlike some other states, for the renewal.

Received a letter from AG's office in mid-late January stating that permit was up for renewal in June 2026. Process is straight forward. Fill out application. Attach a passport size photo and copy of current permit. Needs to be notarized and mailed (via registered mail) to Topeka. Quick timeline:

02/28/26 - Mailed application
03/06 - Application received in Top Town.
04/17 - Received letter stating that renewal was granted. Need to go get photo taken at DMV.
04/23 - Had photo taken at DMV
05/02 - Card received in the mail.

No fee for renewal and card. I did check the box asking for updates to my email when they received my application. I never received any updates.

Hope this helps.