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South Dakota Legislature Chooses Mental Health Resources for Summer Study

The Executive Board of the South Dakota legislature has approved a summer study of access and costs of mental health services.

Nebraska Counties and Tribes Suing Drug Makers and Distributors

Knox County and the Ponca Tribe have filed federal lawsuits against 25 drug companies which make opioid painkillers and the pharmacies that distribute them.

Iowa Legislative Republicans Agree on Tax Cuts

Iowa’s Republican governor and Republican legislators announced a tax agreement on Friday evening

Twins Drop Series

Tyler Mahle pitched into the seventh inning, Jose Peraza had three hits and Adam Duvall homered to lead the Cincinnati Reds past the Minnesota Twins 8-2.

Back To Back For Royals

Cheslor Cuthbert homered twice and drove in four runs as the Kansas City Royals won consecutive games for the first time this season, defeating the Chicago White Sox 5-4.

Vikings Shore Up Roster

The Minnesota Vikings made eight picks during the NFL draft over the weekend bolstering offense and defense as well as special teams.

Goedert Drafted, Wieneke Signs

South Dakota State’s dynamic receiving duo of Dallas Goedert and Jake Wieneke are looking forward to playing on Sundays in the NFL.

Blowing Dust Causes Multiple Car Accident on I-80 in Eastern Nebraska

Fifteen people were transported to area hospitals following a crash that involved approximately 20 vehicles on Interstate 80 in eastern Nebraska.

Daum Indicates Return

South Dakota State’s Mike Daum has announced his intentions to return to the South Dakota State Jackrabbit basketball program for his senior season.

Nebraska Property Tax Ballot Issue Ends

Supporters of a billion-dollar property tax relief measure have dropped their efforts to place the issue on the November ballot in Nebraska.

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