Forum at USD Examines Renewable Energy Options

Enhancing energy production in South Dakota is possible, while protecting the state’s soil and water.

Task Force Looking at SD Campaign Finance Laws

A bi-partisan task force is working on recommendations for changes to South Dakotas campaign finance reporting laws.
The group was assembled by Secretary of State Shantel Krebs, and met this week.

Yankton County Commission Discusses 5 Year Road Plan

Yankton County Highway Superintendent Brian Gustad presented his proposed five-year highway plan to the County Commission this week.

SD Legislative Committee Continues Work to Find Needed Nursing Home Beds

The “Regulation of Nursing Home and Assisted Living Beds” interim committee of the South Dakota legislature meets today in Pierre.

SD Bankers Watching Ag Economy

Low commodity prices are putting stress on Ag producers. It also is a concern to bankers that finance those operations.

Zimmer Won’t Tell

Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer says he will not announce a starting quarterback until just before Sunday’s season opener at Tennessee.

Twins Nip Royals

Miguel Sano’s hustle led Minnesota to a pair of early runs and his RBI double tied the game in the decisive seventh inning, helping the Twins dodge a series sweep by beating the Kansas City Royals 6-5 on Wednesday night.

Gophers Fire Coach

The University of Minnesota has fired longtime wrestling coach J Robinson after allegations that he helped cover up his wrestlers’ sale and use of the anti-anxiety drug Xanax.

Community in Northeast Nebraska Lookinf for Energy from Missouri River

A community in northeast Nebraska is launching an effort to generate electricity using only the flows of the Missouri River

No Change in Consumer Confidence in Latest UNL Survey

Consumer confidence shows virtually no change in the latest University of Nebraska-Lincoln monthly survey.