SD Keystone XL Pipeline Hearings Scheduled

The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission is setting the stage for four days of hearings next month on the pipeline permit for Keystone XL.

European Union Commission to Make Individual Decisions on Biotech Crops

The European Union Commission is considering letting its member countries decide for themselves whether or not they will accept biotech crop imports.

Ethanol Industry Found to Have $5 Billion Impact in Nebraska

A study conducted by the University of Nebraska’s Department of Agricultural Economics along with the school’s Bureau for Business Research shows a $ 5 billion impact to the state’s economy from the ethanol industry.

EPA Schedules Release of RFS Volume Requirements

Through a proposed settlement with the American Petroleum Institute and the American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers, EPA is set a schedule for issuing RFS volume requirements.

Extensive Public Utilities Commission Hearing Upholds Tribe’s Status

Following a lengthy hearing this week, the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission upheld the Yankton Sioux Tribe’s intervener status.

Estate Tax Repeal Act Up For Vote

A measure to repeal the Estate Tax is expected up for a vote on the House floor today.

Twins Hand Royals Loss

Kansas City became the last team in the majors to lose this season, as Kyle Gibson pitched into the seventh inning and Oswaldo Arcia hit a two-run homer for the Minnesota Twins in a 3-1 victory over the Royals on Wednesday night.

Jacks Sign Two Cagers

South Dakota State head basketball coach Scott Nagy announced the addition of two players on Wednesday, both of whom signed a National Letter of Intent.

Rains Needed for Soil Moisture Throughout Region

The region could use some rain.

Legislature Attempting to Address Overcrowded Nebraska Prisons

Nebraska Attorney General Doug Peterson says prosecutors must not be blamed for the state’s overcrowded prisons.