Nebraska Voter Registrations Jumping

Technology seems to be pushing Nebraska voter registration to new heights.

Nebraska Insurance Exchange Choices Dwindle

The head of the Nebraska Department of Insurance is disappointed Blue Cross Blue Shield is leaving the state’s health care exchange, but Bruce Ramge says he understands the business decision.

Napa Junction Has Business Potential

When Governor Dennis Daugaard flew to Yankton last week for the “Capitol for a Day Program,” he had his pilot circle Napa Junction northwest of the city so he could see the progress on the rail loading facility being built there.

SD GOP Cutting Back on Voter Registration Effort

The push is on for voter registrations this week, as “National Registration Day” was recognized.

State Land Near HSC to be Auctioned Off

More land near the Human Services Center campus on the north side of Yankton will be sold in the next few months.

Deadline Approaching, No Budget Deal in Congress

The federal government runs out of money at the end of the week, and so far, Congress has not been able to find a deal on a continuing resolution.

SD Counties Not Going to the 2017 Legislature for More Money

At the end of their convention last month, county officials decided not to ask the 2017 South Dakota legislature for any more taxing authority.

Vikings Adjust Roster

The Minnesota Vikings have promoted rookie guard Willie Beavers from the practice squad for depth on an offensive line that’s been dogged by injuries this season.

Hawkeye Star Sidelined

Matt VandeBerg, Iowa’s leading receiver, is out indefinitely after injuring his right foot Monday during practice.

Protest Draws Opposition

Two university regents and the governor are voicing their opposition to three Nebraska football players protesting racial injustice and police brutality by kneeling during the national anthem.