Livestock Development Matrix Approved In Nebraska

Nebraska Department of Agriculture Director Greg Ibach has approved a matrix designed to assist local officials in evaluating livestock siting…

SD Buffer Strip Bill Gets First Hearing

A South Dakota legislative task force heard the first take of a buffer bill proposal from Governor Dennis Daugaard.
The Governor vetoed a similar bill passed by this year’s legislature.

Scotland Man Runs for SD District 19 Senate Seat

Russell Graeff of Scotland has announced a run for the District 19 Senate seat. The district covers parts of Bon Homme, Douglas, Hansen, Hutchinson and McCook Counties.

SD Legislative Task Force Learns about Buffer Strip Costs

The Agland Oversight Advisory Task Force of the South Dakota legislature got the first take of a proposal from Governor Dennis Daugaard to create buffer strips near water bodies to protect them from pollution.

Iowa Water Coalition Growing

A coalition that’s been pressing state policymakers to raise the state sales tax to pay for water quality projects is expanding.

Nebraska Tax Trends Still Down

Nebraska state tax revenue continues to come in below forecasts, but just below forecasts this time.

Valley Dominates Ratings

Six Missouri Valley Football Conference teams, led by top-10 spots by North Dakota State (1), Illinois State (5), UNI (9) and South Dakota State (9) are ranked in the three polls this week.

GPAC Tabs Football Honors

The Great Plains Athletic Conference has announced its weekly football Players of the Week.

Twins Fall To Tigers

Miguel Cabrera and Ian Kinsler homered, and the Detroit Tigers scored two runs in the seventh inning on close plays at the plate, rallying for a 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Monday night.

Summit Awards For Coyote, Jackrabbit

Summit League weekly awards this week include honors for a USD Coyote and a South Dakota State Jackrabbit.