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.

Nebraska Hunters Help Farmers and Ranchers Make Extra Money

Hunters are helping some farmers and ranchers in the state make extra money.

Iowa DPS Hopes to Combat Bicyclist Death Numbers

Nine bicyclists have died in Iowa this year, which is a record

Reputation for Nebraska’s “Silicon Prairie” Growing

Nebraska has a growing reputation as part of the “Silicon Prairie” in which high-tech companies sprout up and grow.

Iowa DOT Updates Rules for Young Drivers

The Iowa Department of Transportation is updating its rules for young drivers to reflect changes in law approved by the Iowa Legislature

EU Approves Biotech Traits Including Xtend Soybeans

The European Union has approved three biotech soybean traits for import and processing. They include Monsanto’s Roundup Ready 2 Xtend…