Iowa Farmers Union Lobbying State Legislators

Today is lobby day for Iowa Farmers Union members as they meet with lawmakers at the State Capitol in Des…

Medicaid Expansion Still on Track in SD

There isn’t much talk about Medicaid expansion in Pierre right now, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t anything moving.

Aging SD Population will Pressure State Finances

While much of the legislative attention is focused on giving teachers’ pay raises, another sector of public service employees may need to be next.

SD Senator John Thune Pushing for Aggressive Senate Agenda

US Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has said that they may not take up many major issues this year due to the Presidential election in November.

HSBC Settles with the State of Iowa

Iowa is part of a federal and state settlement with H-S-B-C Bank over alleged issues with mortgage settlements.

ACA Insurance Coverage Up in Nebraska

A record number of Nebraskans signed up for healthcare coverage during the federal government’s open enrollment period.

UNL Study Finds Regional Economy Shaky

Consumer confidence is down at the beginning of the year, according to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Bureau of Business Research.

Seekamp Earns Monthly Honor

South Dakota women’s basketball guard Nicole Seekamp has been named the Summit League January Athlete of the Month.

GPAC Names Weekly Winners

The Great Plains Athletic Conference has announced its weekly best in men’s and women’s basketball.

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad Prepares for Economic Drop

Uncertainty remains about the farm economy and Iowa’s future budget situation, causing Governor Terry Branstad to think over his options.