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Workforce Housing Committee Meets in Sioux Falls

The “Workforce Housing Needs” interim study committee of the South Dakota legislature met last week in Sioux Falls.

More Fatal Crashes Reported in the Black Hills

Two people died in separate crashes in the Black Hills

One Dead in Jackson County Crash

A 58-year-old female died Friday in a motorcycle crash west of Kadoka.

Some Minnesota Producers Left Out Of Emergency CRP Release

The USDA has announced emergency haying and grazing of Conservation Reserve Program acres for producers impacted by drought in certain…

STC Executive Pleased Senate Making Progress On Infrastructure Legislation

The Senate is continuing to debate a very large infrastructure bill. The good news is that agriculture is included in…

Drought Impacts Continue in the Missouri River Basin

Dry conditions continue to have an impact on the Missouri River basin.

SD Board of Regents Adopt “Opportunity” Policy

The South Dakota Board of Regents approved a statement and action plan that positions the universities as “places of opportunity” for all students.

Yankton Medical Clinic Names New CEO

The Yankton Medical Clinic has announced the appointment of Becky McManus as the new chief executive officer.

Drought Targeting the Northern Plains

Drought continues to expand over much of the northern plains.

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