Federal Reserve Might Raise Short Term Interest Rates

The employment rate for August slowed sharply from earlier in the summer and that could cause the Federal Reserve to raise short term interest rates

Lower Gas Prices Help Iowa Based Casey’s Convenience Store

Lower gas prices helped the Ankeny Iowa based Casey’s convenience store chain

Nebraska State Fair Enjoys Attendance Increase

This year’s Nebraska State Fair had a two-and-a-half percent increase in attendance compared to the year before.

September Still Severe Weather Season

While the first day of fall is not far off, it doesn’t mean the end of severe weather.

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.