Heat and Humidity to Return to the Northern Plains

Next week is normally the warmest time of the year, and it looks like the weather trends will go in that direction.

Buffer Maps Out in Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has released buffer zone maps. Those indicate which areas need to meet the state’s…

RMA Report Shows Improper Payment Rates Dropped

A recent report from the Risk Management Agency notes that the improper payment rate of crop insurance in 2014 was…

Lenders at Federal Reserve Meeting Concerned About Farm Economy

Rural bankers, along with Federal Reserve lenders, meeting in Kansas City this week have concerns about the ag economy. Nebraska…

Governor Activates South Dakota Drought Task Force

Governor Dennis Daugaard has activated the South Dakota Drought Task Force, which held its first meeting this week. Representing the…

United States Cattlemen’s Association Wants Answers on Checkoff

United States Cattlemen’s Association leaders are asking the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association to clarify their lobbying efforts regarding the beef…

SD Legislative Committee Looking into Shortage of Nursing Home Beds

The Regulation of Nursing and Assisted Living Beds Interim Committee of the South Dakota Legislature held their first meeting of the summer this week in Pierre.

SD Highway Patrol Reaching Out to Potential Female Employees

The South Dakota Highway Patrol held several open houses across the state in the last few weeks, encouraging females to think about applying to become a trooper.

Men’s Schedule Set In Summit

The Summit League announced its 2016-17 men’s basketball schedule today with each of the nine teams slated to play a 16-game double round-robin schedule beginning Wednesday, Dec. 28.

Iowa Transportation Commission Changes Grant Rules

The Iowa Transportation Commission approved a change in its rules for grants to help pay for roadways to businesses, making it possible to award a grant to the new Sioux County airport.