South Dakota District 9 Representative to Resign

South Dakota’s legislature has accepted another resignation from its District 9 Representative.

End of an Era at the CME

It was the end of an era… as Monday marked the last day for open outcry trading at the CME…

House to Work on Endangered Species Act

The House goes back into session today following the Independence Day Holiday recess and will work on a measure to…

TPP Lawsuit Filed

A former Japanese Agriculture Minister is part of a group of 1,000 people who have filed a lawsuit in their…

SD Youth Make History on NFU Board

For the first time ever, three young people from South Dakota have been elected to serve on the six member…

NE Ethanol Board Working to Make Ozone Rules Workable

Nebraska Ethanol Board leaders are working with various city officials in the region to find ways to make EPA’s proposed…

Warm and Dry Weather Good for Crops

Much of Iowa had mostly warm and dry weather last week that benefited crop production.

Presidential Candidates Urged to Participate in Iowa Forum

Iowa Republicans like Governor Terry Branstad are joining with Iowa Democrats to urge presidential candidates to participate in an event sponsored by the Iowa Brown and Black Forum.

Iowa Republicans Dispute Governor’s School Spending Veto

The top-ranking Republican in the Iowa legislature disputes Republican Governor Terry Branstad’s assertion that lawmakers “absolutely” knew he was likely to veto spending for Iowa’s public schools.

New Obesity Drug Not for Everyone

Residents throughout the region are hearing a lot about a new drug to help fight obesity.