NSIC Tabs Weekly Best

The Northern Sun Conference has announced its weekly honors for the top football performers.

Coyote Earns Soccer Honor

South Dakota junior defender Katlin Ptacek has been named the Summit League Defensive Player of the Week for the period ended Oct. 16 as announced by the league office Monday.

Governor Branstad Says Voter Fraud Needs to Stop

Iowa’s Republican governor says he trusts Iowa voters, but Terry Branstad says “there are attempts at voter fraud” that need to be stopped.

Minnesota Democrats Propose Tax Rebate

Democrats in the Minnesota House propose the state give a tax rebate to those who are hit with big health…

Early Voting Up in Minnesota

Early voting is up in Minnesota this year–more than 80,000 have voted already. Secretary of State Steve Simon says the…

Nebraska Corn and Soybean Harvests Behind Schedule

Nebraska’s corn and soybean harvests are a little behind schedule this fall, according to USDA data.

Yankton Sees Improving Housing Market

New homes and apartments are under construction in Yankton, and many were built in response to anticipated job growth by area employers.

Farm Economist Sees Glimmer Of Hope For Ag Economy Turnaround

A Wells Fargo Analyst says the equipment manufacturing demand cycle should bottom out within the next 12 to 18 months,…

Health Insurance Costs Major Concern For Minnesota Dairy Group

The skyrocketing cost of health insurance is the top issue for members of the Minnesota Milk Producers Association. Association President…

NAWG President Pleased With More Loosening Of Cuban Trade Barriers

Friday, President Obama issued a policy directive that takes another major step in normalizing trade relations with Cuba. National Association…