Tree Problem for the James River

Anyone familiar with the course of the James River in eastern South Dakota has seen the countless trees that have dropped into the river over the years.

SD Chamber Opposes Ballot Issue

The South Dakota Chamber of Commerce and Industry will oppose IM-23 that is on the ballot this fall.

Yankton County Commission Looks to Tax Opt Out for Additional Road Funds

The Yankton County Commission has passed a property tax opt out and an increase in the wheel tax to fund ongoing road expenses.

Williams Retires A Viking

The Minnesota Vikings have signed five-time All-Pro defensive tackle Kevin Williams to a one-day contract so he can formally retire as a member of the team.

Twins Swept By Braves

The Minnesota Twins have started a homestand with a pair of losses to the team with the worst record in baseball.

Royals Top Angels

Raul Mondesi had a bunt single for his first big league hit, with two runs scoring on the play on pitcher Matt Shoemaker’s throwing error, as the Kansas City Royals rallied for a 7-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night.

Nebraska Hall Adds Members

Longtime NFL kicker Kris Brown and former NFL defensive end Adam Carriker are among four former Nebraska Cornhuskers to be inducted into the Nebraska Football Hall of Fame.

Jackrabbit Up For Woman Of Year

Former South Dakota State University women’s soccer student-athlete Diana Potterveld has been nominated by The Summit League for the 2016 NCAA Woman of the Year Award.

Gregory In More Trouble

Former Nebraska standout defensive end Randy Gregory is facing a longer suspension over another violation of the NFL’s substance-abuse policy, and Dallas owner Jerry Jones says he doesn’t expect to see the troubled player at training camp in California.

Task Force Working on Ways to Improve Minnesota’s Child Protection System

How to further improve Minnesota’s child protection system — that’s the topic as a special task force continues working at the State Capitol