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South Dakota Children’s Museum Utilizes Google

The Children’s Museum of South Dakota recently partnered with Google to evolve its online presence and grow into a vacation destination for families

South Dakota Teacher Shortage Better, But Still an Issue

The South Dakota teacher Placement Center reported this week that teacher vacancies in the state dipped below last year’s numbers for the sixth consecutive month

Rep. Noem Responds to Paula Hawks’ Criticism of IHS Reform

Democratic challenger Paula Hawks criticized republican incumbent Kristi Noem

Sen. Rounds Has Formally Requested an Audit of IHS

South Dakota U.S. Senator Mike Rounds has formally requested an audit of the finances of the Indian Health Service.

Sen. Sasse Still Hasn’t Changed His Mind Despite Meeting with Trump

United States Senator Ben Sasse remains opposed to Donald Trump, the presumptive presidential nominee of the Republican Party.

Food Aid Bill Passes in House

This week the U.S. House passed the Global Food Security Act of 2016 on a 369 to 53 vote. That…

Boadwine Dairy Opens Doors to Public

Boadwine Dairy near Baltic, South Dakota will be holding an Open House this Saturday to show the public what’s involved…

RFA Says Ethanol Exports Down for May, DDGs Up

U.S. ethanol exports were down 42-percent in May at 55.7 million gallons, a dramatic drop from the prior month. Renewable…

WNAX Tri-State Old Iron Association Tractor Ride Marks 10 Years

The WNAX Tri-State Old Iron Association tractor ride is celebrating its 10th year in Yankton. Organizer Rodger Harts says nearly…

SD Livestock Producers Seeing Water Quality Issues

South Dakota livestock producers are being encouraged to test their water sources as poor quality water is leading to blindness…

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