PIERRE, S.D. (AP) - A recruitment tool that went online in October has resulted in 1,165 people who have said they might like to return to South Dakota, Gov. Mike Rounds says.

The replies were on http://www.DakotaRoots.com, a Web-based way to promote workforce development, Rounds said in a release.

"These individuals recognize the great quality of life South Dakota has to offer and have a desire to return home. Department of Labor representatives will continue one-on-one efforts to match them with South Dakota employment opportunities," Rounds said.

When people register, they are assigned to someone who tries to match their skills with job openings. So far, 175 people have gotten jobs and actually moved back to South Dakota.