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Will Castro Death Lead to Cuban Trade Restrictions Being Lifted?

Some farm group leaders are wondering if the passing of longtime Cuban leader Fidel Castro will lead to further loosening…

Rabobank Report Projects Better Commodity Prices Ahead?

A recent Rabobank report projects a rise in global demand should bring a three-year decline in commodity prices to an…

Merrell Re-elected Chair of Nebraska Corn Board

St. Edward area farmer David Merrell has been re-elected as chairman of the Nebraska Corn Board. Merrell says his primary…

SD Ag Development a Local Decision

State development officials are ready to help with value added ag facilities, but will let local governments take the lead.

Despite Repeal Threat, Sign Up Continues for ACA Coverage

With the future of the Affordable Care Act very much at risk, eligible people are still signing up for the insurance coverage.

Yankton City Sales Tax Worries

The City of Yankton has seen sales tax collections go up and down from month to month this year.

Twins Bring Back Favorites

The Minnesota Twins are bringing more of the band back together.

Jacks, Coyote On All Valley

Five South Dakota State players and one from the University of South Dakota earned first team All Conference honors from the Missouri Valley Football Conference.

Vikings Getting Healthy

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs has returned to practice, after being held out of the previous game because of a knee injury.

One Killed in Yankton County Accident

One person was killed and two others injured in a two-vehicle crash early Monday afternoon east of Yankton.

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