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Pesticide Drift Bill Offered in Iowa Legislature

Pesticide drift is a major concern for both organic and conventional farmers in Iowa and several have experienced severe damage…

Chefs to Compete in SD Pork Taste of Elegance Contest

Some of the state’s top chefs will be competing in the South Dakota Pork Producers Council Taste of Elegance Contest…

NE Legislation Would Create Infrastructure Bank

Legislation to create an infrastructure bank in Nebraska and transfer money from state cash reserves for roads and bridges was…

Nebraska Senators Search for Agreement on Property Tax Cut

Nebraska lawmakers continue to search for a compromise on property taxes. Governor Pete Ricketts has said lowering property taxes is his top priority this year.

SD Senator Mike Rounds Opposes Net Access Tax Cut

A bill that would ban taxes on the cost of internet service is on the way to President Obama. It was included as part of a trade bill passed by Congress last week.

Coyotes Run Past York

South Dakota used a 27-5 run during a 13-minute span of the first half to quickly put away York in an 82-55 win Wednesday inside the DakotaDome.

Kocer Tops In Big 12

South Dakota State University 149-pounder Alex Kocer has been named Big 12 Wrestler of the Week after picking up a pair of victories in dual action against league foes last weekend.

Jackrabbit Golfer Honored

For the second time in his career, Grant Smith of the South Dakota State men’s golf team has been named The Summit League Men’s Golfer of the Week after turning in a top-20 finish in the Jackrabbits’ first outing this spring.

Vikings Add Coach

The Minnesota Vikings have hired Brent Salazar as the team’s new strength and conditioning coach.

Bill Moves to Raise Iowa Speed Limits

A bill to increase the interstate speed limit in Iowa to 75 miles an hour has cleared its first hurdle and will be considered in the House Transportation Committee.

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ABERDEEN, S.D. – The South Dakota Board of Regents has appointed of Alan D. LaFave, D.M.A., as the next President of…

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PIERRE, S.D. (Joshua Haiar-South Dakota Searchlight) – The rift between an oversight committee and the state’s medical marijuana industry widened Tuesday…