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Northwestern Energy Expanding Smart Grid Technology

Northwestern Energy will be adding more “smart grid” features to its service area over the next few years.

SD Legislators Making No Budget Promises

Members of the Joint Appropriations Committee of the South Dakota Legislature toured state facilities east and west river during the interim break, and heard about funding issues.

SD Banks Watching Federal Reserve Changes

President Trump has nominated Jerome Powell to be the new Chairman of the Federal Reserve in February, when the term of current Chair, Janet Yellen runs out.

SD Governor Candidate Billie Sutton Worried About Political Divisions

The democratic candidate for Governor in South Dakota is concerned about the growing political divide in the state and country.

Minnesota Sues CenturyLink over Billing Policies

A recent lawsuit filed against CenturyLink by Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson is prompting policy changes for the company

Timberwolves Continue Roll

Jeff Teague had 18 points and 12 assists, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Charlotte Hornets 112-94 on Sunday night for their fifth straight victory.

Chiefs Fall To Cowboys

Ezekiel Elliott ran for the go-ahead touchdown after another reprieve from his six-game suspension and the Dallas Cowboys overcame Tyreek Hill’s improbable last-play touchdown in the first half, beating the Kansas City Chiefs 28-17 on Sunday.

Gross Wins National Showdown

In a matchup between the top-two ranked wrestlers at 133 pounds in preseason polls, South Dakota State’s Seth Gross scored a 7-1 decision over Michigan’s Stevan Micic Sunday afternoon at the 52nd annual NWCA All-Star Classic.

Augie Falls In Soccer Final

The No. 3 seeded Augustana women’s soccer team (14-3-4) fell short against No. 1 seed Minnesota State (17-2-2), 2-0, in the NSIC tournament championship in Mankato, Minn. on Sunday afternoon.

Jacks Secure Dakota Marker

South Dakota State forced five North Dakota State turnovers, turning the miscues into 17 points, as the Jackrabbits knocked off the second-ranked Bison, 33-21, Saturday afternoon at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium.

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