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City of Yankton Short Staffed

The City of Yankton is experiencing some staff shortages due to a variety of issues.

Hundreds of Millions to Spend

The Joint Committee on Appropriations held several days of budget hearings last week, ahead of the opening of this year’s legislative session.

Planned Regional Cattle Processing Plant to Benefit from Biden Supply Chain Action Plan

A regional cattle processing plant planned for Council Bluffs, Iowa is expected to benefit from the Biden Meat and Poultry…

Urgency to Amend Japan’s Safeguard Trigger for U.S. Beef Imports

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) recently reported on the status of its consultations with Japan aimed at…

Build Back Better and Tax Possible Tax Changes….Leaving Many in Limbo

Build Back Better could make a comeback in the upcoming session of Congress and so could possible tax changes to…

Helping Long Term Caregivers

The South Dakota Department of Human Services has programs available to help those caring for a disabled or aging relatives.

Housing Proposals Get Attention

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem’s proposal to spend up to three hundred million dollars on housing improvements is getting a lot of attention.

Waiting on Bill Introductions

While some legislators have filed numerous bills before the state of the South Dakota legislative session, other are waiting.

Missouri River and Reservoirs at Winter Lows

Missouri River and reservoir levels are at winter lows and will stay that way for a while.

Budget Writers Meet Ahead of the SD Legislative Session

The Joint Committee on Appropriations of the South Dakota legislature held four days of budget hearings last week, before the start of this year’s legislative session.

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