SD Board of Regents Gets “SB55” Update

The South Dakota legislature approved “SB55” last year, requiring the Board of Regents to study the administrative structure of the six universities and central office and report back by later this year.

MSAC Hears Pick-Sloan Project History

The history of the Pick-Sloan Plan that led to construction of the six main stem dams on the Missouri River was highlighted at the annual meeting of the Missouri Sedimentation Action Coalition.

Gavins Point Spillway Gates Open

Inspections and work on the hydro turbines at Gavins Point Dam near Yankton will have an impact on Missouri River flows this week.

Minnesota’s Revised Hemp Plan Approved By The USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved the state of Minnesota’s revived hemp production plan. State Ag Commissioner Thom Petersen…

New Commissioner Sworn In

As the Yankton City Commission reorganized Monday night, newly elected Mike Villanueva was sworn in to start his first term.

New Yankton Mayor Elected

Commissioner Stephanie Moser was elected Yankton Mayor by her fellow commissioners at Monday night’s meeting.

Nebraska Farm Group Backs Meatpacker Worker COVID Protection Bill

Nebraska State Senators have advanced a COVID Virus Protection bill for meat packing workers. The State Farmers Union backs the…

NCBA Supports Request From Congressional Coalition On Rejoining Former TPP

A Coalition of House and Senate members from both sides of the aisle have sent a letter to U.S. Trade…

Iowa Corn Growers Association Watching Biofuels And Tax Bills In State Legislature

Iowa Corn Grower’s Association members are monitoring several bills going through the state legislative process. Government Relations Director Mindy Larsen…

Gas Prices Expected to Rise

The shutdown of a pipeline supplying gasoline to the east coast will probably have an impact on gas prices in the northern plains.