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SD Has Most Lenient DUI Laws

South Dakota has the most lenient laws for driving under the influence in the country, according to a study.

Countdown to SD Early Voting

County auditors in South Dakota will get an update on election processes in the countdown to November.

South Dakota Producers Serving On Committee Reviewing Dairy Program

A pair of South Dakota dairy producers are serving on a National Farmers Union committee reviewing the effectiveness of the…

Farm Group Economist Concerned About Export Drop

Nebraska, a state which relies heavily on agriculture and trade for its economic well-being, has seen a 15-percent drop in…

ACE Pushing For Higher RFS Levels And Pushing Higher Ethanol Blends

American Coalition for Ethanol members wrapped up their three-day annual conference Wednesday in Minneapolis. ACE Senior Vice President Ron Lamberty…

Taiwan Purchasing Nebraska Grains And Meats

Wednesday, Nebraska and Taiwanese officials announced an agreement where Taiwan will purchase over $400 million in meat and grain from…

SD School Funding Formula Hangs on Internet Tax Decision

When the South Dakota Legislature passed the bill raising the sales tax a half cent to fund teacher pay raises, an amendment was added that would roll back the tax if and when the state is successful in a Supreme Court case involving internet sales taxes.

SD Regents Study Shows Degree Worth the Investment

A new regional analysis of post secondary return on investment finds immense benefits from obtaining higher levels of education, beyond a high school diploma.

Iowa State Fair Time!

The Iowa State Fair opens its annual run in Des Moines today.

Twins Washed Out, Schedule Two

The Houston-Minnesota game was postponed Wednesday by persistent rain that started in the third inning and was forecast to last throughout the night.

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