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Changes Coming to the Universal Service Fund

The Federal Communications Commission is considering changes to the universal service fund, and that could have an impact on expansion of high speed, broadband internet service.

SD Senator John Thune; Senate Control Up for Grabs

The fallout from the Presidential race may change the control of the Senate after next week’s election.

SD Schools Adjusting to New Funding Formula

Along with an increase in state funding from the added half cent state sales tax, South Dakota school districts are also dealing with some new formula changes.

Shakeup In Viking Coaching Ranks

Norv Turner has resigned as offensive coordinator of the Minnesota Vikings, who have dropped two straight since a 5-0 start.

SDSU Cagers Play Twinbill

The 2016-17 South Dakota State University men’s basketball season gets underway Thursday with an exhibition contest between South Dakota State and South Dakota Mines inside Frost Arena.

Jacks, Coyotes Earn All Summit

Three First Team honorees highlighted South Dakota State’s six selections to the All-Summit League Women’s Soccer teams, announced Wednesday evening at the Championship Banquet.

NSIC Favorites Advance

The NSIC Soccer Tournament semifinal matches are set following the first round of action on Wednesday afternoon.

Specifics Still Needed for Special Session on Health Insurance

Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton and lawmakers still need to work out specifics of a possible special session after the election,…

Rural Income Higher than City in Iowa

A rural sociologist with Iowa State University Extension has found income levels for people living in the Iowa countrysid

Minnesota Road Construction Season Ends

The 2016 Minnesota road construction season is coming to an end. MnDOT’s Kevin Gutknecht says as the weather changes

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