Avon School Opt Out Fails

Voters in the Avon school district rejected a property tax opt out measure this week.

Twins Hold Off Angels

Twins reliever Mike Morin hit former teammate Mike Trout with a bases-loaded pitch that forced in a run in the ninth inning before retiring Shohei Ohtani to end the game on a groundout and preserve an 8-7 victory over the Angels on Wednesday.

Farmers Hang Tough on Trump Trade Policy

South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds says he is hearing from ag producers taking hits from the ramped up trade war between the US and China

Industrial Hemp Bill Signed Into Law In Iowa

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds this week signed into law the bill that allows licensed growers to cultivate industrial hemp on…

Immigrants & Refugees Can Help with Workforce Issues

Communities and businesses need to think about immigrants and refugees as potential workforce additions.

USDA And Trade Officials Say Trade Aid Details Coming Soon

PRESIDENT TRUMP SAYS THE ADMINISTRATION IS PREPARING ANOTHER $15 TO $20 BILLION TRADE AID PACKAGE FOR FARMERS. USDA OFFICIALS SAY…

Attracting More Out of State Students

Encouraging more out of state residents to attend universities in South Dakota is part of a new program authorized by the Board of Regents.

Minnesota Farm Bureau Tracking Ag Omnibus, Tax And Transportation Bills

Minnesota Farm Bureau members are tracking several pieces of legislation under consideration in the Minnesota State Legislature. Public Policy Associate…

Farmers Caught in Trade War Crossfire

With tariffs and counter tariffs flying between the US and China, ag producers are caught in the cross fire.

ICON Director Says Senators Must Pass Property Tax Legislation

Independent Cattlemen of Nebraska members are continuing to ask legislators to approve a property tax relief bill this session. ICON…