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Mid America Economy Still Growing

For the 12th straight month, the Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index, a leading economic indicator for the nine-state region stretching from Minnesota and the Dakotas to Arkansas, moved into vigorous growth territory.

“Governors House” Demand Grows

Finding housing has become very difficult and that is putting pressure on the “Governors House” program in South Dakota.

South Dakota Not Ready for Medical Marijuana

A South Dakota legislative committee heard almost twelve hours of input and information on medical and recreational marijuana last week.

Pipestone Lamb And Wool For Profit School Set For July

The 11th. Annual Pipestone Minnesota Lamb and Wool for Profit School is set for July 7 through the 10 at…

Former GIPSA Administrator Weighs In On Cattle Market Price Problem

Mississippi Ag law Attorney J. Dudley Butler former administrator of the Grain Inspection Packers and Stockyards Administration under USDA says…

Nebraska Cattle Group Pleased Most Priority Bills Approved In Unicameral

The Nebraska State Legislature wrapped up their 2021 session last week. It was a very successful session for issues backed…

Nebraska Legislative Session 2021, Issues Done and Undone

The Nebraska legislature adjourned the 2021 session last week, about two weeks ahead of schedule.

Kids Covid-19 Vaccination Clinics Set

The FDA and CDC have authorized the Pfizer vaccine for use in kids ages 12 to 17 years old

Huether Family Aquatics Center Opens in Yankton

The ribbon was cut on the Huether Family Aquatics Center in Yankton on Saturday

Legislative Redistricting Committees Holds First Official Meetings

The Redistricting Committees of the South Dakota legislature hold their first meetings of the interim Tuesday in Pierre.

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