Farm Bureau Official Pleased Minnesota Legislators Approved Several Priority Measures

Minnesota state lawmakers have wrapped up their 2020 session and there were several positives coming out of it for the…

R CALF Director Pleased President Recognizes Cattle Import Problem But Ban Not Necessary

This week when announcing the USDA’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program details, President Trump noted that when forging trade agreements, the…

Yankton City Commission Candidates Talk Issues Ahead of the June 2nd Election

Yankton City Commission candidates answer questions.

Punishing China

President Trump has said he may take strong steps against China after accusing them of covering up the extent of the coronavirus pandemic.

Local Governments Could Share in COVID-19 Funding

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem held a conference call with city and county officials this week, to give details of possible federal funding for COVID-19 expenses.

Growth Energy Asks EPA Committee To Review Biofuels Benefits

Growth Energy is asking the Environmental Protection Agency’s Science Advisory Board to examine the benefits of biofuels as well as…

Nebraska Businesses Feeling the Coronavirus Impact

Most businesses in Nebraska are dealing with impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.

Testing All Nursing Home Residents

Testing of all residents of nursing homes and assisted living centers in South Dakota will begin this week.

Hiring Teachers in a Time of Pandemic

As schools were wrapping up the final quarter of the year with online only classes, many districts were also in the hiring phase for this fall.

Minnesota Legislature Passes Farm Mediation Foreclosure Extension Bill

Prior to adjourning, Minnesota State lawmakers approved legislation that stops foreclosures on farmers who take part in creditor mediation through…