Senate May Take Up Tax Reform, May Include Estate Tax Repeal

The U.S. Senate is expected to turn its attention to tax reform now that the health care debate has stalled.…

Medicaid Benefiting More Native American Kids in South Dakota

A study of Medicaid use by native American kids shows dependence on the program is growing.

Platte – Winner Bridge Planning Process Proceeds

Following a couple of public input meetings, state engineers are now working on the details of a new bridge over the Missouri River on Highway 44.

Track Clean Up Continues East of Kimball

Fourteen cars of a Dakota Southern train derailed east of Kimball on Saturday. Several of the loaded grain cars tipped over, causing damage to the rail and right of way.

Vikings To Move Camp

The Minnesota Vikings say the 52nd training camp in Mankato will be their last one away from headquarters.

Twins Lose In Colon Debut

Bartolo Colon faltered in the fifth inning after a decent start by the burly 44-year-old, whose Minnesota debut ended with a two-run double by Gary Sanchez that sent the New York Yankees on their way to a 6-3 victory over the Twins on Tuesday night.

Carr Gets USD Job

Andy Carr, who has spent the past six years as the head football coach and assistant director of athletics at Presentation College in Aberdeen, has been named director of development for the University of South Dakota Foundation.

FAFSA Use Rising in Iowa

There’s been a more than eight percent INCREASE in the number of Iowa high school seniors who’ve completed the forms to determine if they qualify for federal financial aid.

Rattlesnakes Returning to Iowa

Two species of rattlesnakes have been found in Iowa

Coordinated Fraud Crackdown

Late last week, hundreds were charged in a federal crackdown on Medicaid and Medicare fraud.