Iowa Group Still Working Against Rock Island Clean Wind Project

The group opposing the Rock Island Clean Wind project is still working to get Iowa lawmakers to pass legislation limiting eminent domain.

Region’s Bridges Are Among Worst in the Nation

A report released this week by the TRIP group a private non profit organization shows that Iowa has the third worst bridges in the country with 22 percent structurally deficient.

Legislation to Allow Packer Ownership of Livestock Has a Long Way to Go

Time is running short for Nebraska State Legislators this session and a measure that would allow Packer ownership of swine and dairy has only gotten as far as the first round of debate .

Cooperative Members to Vote on Possible Merger Next Week

Ballots go out next Wednesday to North Central and South Dakota Wheat Grower’s cooperative members regarding possible unification of those co-ops.

Increased Patrol on I-90 Memorial Day Weekend

Law enforcement agencies in South Dakota and Minnesota will be out in full force this weekend along Interstate 90.

Weather Trends Positive for Northern Plains

It looks like weather trends may turn more positive for the northern plains into early summer.

Wind Power Development May Slow Down

Wind power development is very active right now, but the intensity could drop in the next couple of years.

Details of Budget Plan Underway

Republican leaders in the US House are working on details of a budget plan that would move away from sequestration in exchange for spending caps.

Rail Line Reconstruction Continues

More of the pieces are falling into place for reconstruction of a portion of rail line from Chamberlain west.

Twins Make Roster Move

The Minnesota Twins are reinstating right-handed pitcher Tim Stauffer from the disabled list.