Mid America Economy Showing Slowing Signs

The July Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index, a leading economic indicator for the nine-state region stretching from Minnesota and the Dakotas to Arkansas, slumped to a weak reading signaling positive, but slower growth for the region over the next three to six months.

Berrios, Twins Snag Marlins

Jose Berrios struck out a season-high 11 in seven innings and the Minnesota Twins hit three homers in a 7-4 win over the Miami Marlins on Wednesday night.

Deadline Brings Another Reliever

The Minnesota Twins will rely on a largely familiar roster for the stretch run with the exception of a couple of potentially valuable additions to the bullpen.

MVFC Tabs Top Defenders

The Missouri Valley Football Conference completed its announcement of its preseason All-Conference Teams with the listing of the defensive unit Wednesday.

Royals Fall To Jays Again

Freddy Galvis and rookie Bo Bichette hit solo home runs to lead the Toronto Blue Jays over the Kansas City Royals 4-1 Wednesday for a three-game sweep.

Court Denies Noga Claim

The Minnesota Supreme Court has dismissed former Vikings defensive lineman Al Noga’s claim that his dementia is related to concussions he suffered during his NFL career.

South Dakota Agriculture Has $32.5 Billion Economic Impact

The South Dakota Department of Agriculture has released the 2019 South Dakota Agricultural Economic Contribution Study. The analysis shows agriculture…

EWG Releases Study on MFP Payments, Majority Going to Big Farms

The Environmental Working Group has released a study on the first two rounds of the USDA’s Market Facilitation Program payments.…

Chapter 12 Bankruptcy Bill Passes House

A measure easing Chapter 12 bankruptcy limits for farmers has passed the House. The bill expands the cap under Chapter…

Cattle Producers Developing Policy at NCBA Meeting, Eyeing Trade

Cattle producers from across the country are developing policy this week at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association summer meeting in…