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Debating the Next Stimulus Plan

Members of the US House will return to Washington next week and pick up debate on the next economic stimulus plan.

Keeping Schools Open During a Pandemic

Staying open during a pandemic is a big challenge for all school districts.

Northern Plains States Require Diversified Energy Resources

According to E&E Energy News, at least thirteen coal fired electric generating plants across the country will be closed over the next few years, with more to join the list

Trade Deal With The United Kingdom Possible By End Of 2020

Senate Finance Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley says there could possibly be a trade deal between the U.S. and the United…

SD Health Department Disputes German Study on Sturgis Super Spreader Event

A study by a German agency that they say shows more than two hundred fifty thousand Covid-19 cases connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is being questioned by state health officials.

No Deal Near on the Next Federal Stimulus Plan

As Senators return to Washington, there are hopes negotiations over the next stimulus bill will get new life.

Candidates Debate in District 18 Senate Forum

The two candidates for the District 18 state Senate seat met in a forum last night in Yankton.

NFU To Hold Its First Ever Virtual Fly In Next Week

The National Farmers Union for the first time ever will be holding its FLY IN as a virtual event due…

ASA President Encouraged By Recent Trade Purchases By China

Chief U.S. Ag Trade Negotiator Gregg Doud says progress is being made with the phase one trade agreement with China…

NCBA Official Sees No Major Trade Shift With EU Change In Leadership

The European Union’s Executive Commission is proposing that Valdis Dombrovskis take over for Phil Hogan as their chief ag trade…

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