First of Three Public Meetings Held for Prestege Pork Processing

The first of three public hearings was held in the Wright County Courthouse in Clarion asking for the public’s opinion on the proposed Prestage Foods

Gov Branstad Not Worried About DOT’s Decision to Close Driver’s License Stations

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad says he’s not worried about the Department of Transportation’s decision to close driver’s license stations

EU Approves Roundup Ready 2 Xtend Soybeans Eases Grain Marketing Concerns

The European Union has approved three new biotech soybean traits for import and processing. Monsanto’s U.S. soybean marketing manager Miriam…

Crop Conditions Deteriorate in South Dakota Due to Heat

Crop conditions in South Dakota deteriorated last week with spotty rains and excessive heat. Soybeans were rated 61-percent good to…

Cattle Losses Due to Heat Continue to Climb

Livestock losses in the region continue to climb due to last week’s heat. Nearly 200 beef cattle died in Rock…

Minnesota and Iowa Continue to be Garden Spots

Minnesota and Iowa continue to be garden spots with crop conditions at levels similar to last year, suggesting another possible…

Mexico Interested in U.S. Sorghum for Ethanol Production

Mexico is interested in using U.S. sorghum for ethanol production. In fact, a trade team of Mexican ethanol producers recently…

Yankton Boys & Girls Club Construction on Budget, on Track

Construction continues on the new Boys & Girls Club building in Yankton.
The building is located adjacent to the Middle School.

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital Enhances Security

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton is adding an enhanced security system in the Women’s and Children’s Unit.

Loadholt Calls It Quits

Right tackle Phil Loadholt has decided to retire from the NFL after seven seasons with the Minnesota Vikings.