Holidays a Good Time to Check Up on Aging Loved Ones

The holidays are an ideal time to sit down and check on the needs of loved ones who are aging.

Iowa Businesses Expect Solid Start in 2019

Business leaders across the state are forecasting a solid start to the New Year for Iowa’s economy

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts Wants to Hang On to Business Incentives

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts agrees some changes might need to be made to the state’s top business incentive program, but disagrees it needs to be scrapped.

Body Found in a Field Near Gayville

Body found in a field near Gayville.

Nebraska Counties Want State Help with Weed Choked Waterways

As part of their policy proposals for the 2019 legislature, the Nebraska Association of County Officials is asking for more regulation of water resources.

Farm Bill Has Help for Rural Broadband Expansion

Part of the Farm Bill that was passed by Congress before Christmas will help with expansion of broadband internet in rural areas.

South Dakota Lobbyist Watching Livestock Bills in Upcoming Session

South Dakota lawmakers return to Pierre on January 8 for their 2019 session. Loren Pankratz, lobbyist for the South Dakota…

NASDA Sets Policy Priorities for 2019

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture has announced their policy goals for 2019. Topping the list include: Congressional…

Property Tax Relief Revisited in Unicameral

Nebraska Cattlemen Association members have been meeting with State Senators as they prepare for the upcoming 2019 Unicameral. President Mike…

Minnesota Farmers Union Wants Depressed Farm Income Focus in Legislative Session

Minnesota legislators convene their 2019 session on January 8 in St. Paul. State Farmers Union members have several legislative goals…