Epidemiologist Warns of Ticks Over Memorial Day Weekend

With Memorial Day weekend just ahead, thousands of Nebraskans will be heading out on their first camping trips of the season — and they’ll need to take precautions against ticks.

Iowa Police Chief Retires

Officials in Iowa City will be looking for a new police chief. Sam Hargadine on Monday announced his retirement, effective June 30.

Twins Woes Continue

Salvador Perez had a career-high five hits, including a double, a triple and an RBI, to lead the Kansas City Royals to a 10-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Monday night.

Royals Sigh Of Relief

When Alex Gordon and Mike Moustakas collided while chasing a foul ball on Sunday, the Kansas City Royals gasped at the prospects of losing two All-Stars on one play.

Future Coyote Sets Mark

University of South Dakota commit Chris Nilsen set the American high school record in the pole vault Saturday at the Missouri Class 5 sectional meet.

Jackrabbit Earns Summit Honor

South Dakota State second baseman Tony Kjolsing was named Summit League Baseball Player of the Week.

Wild Make Coaching Changes

The Minnesota Wild is shaking up its coaching staff, with three coaches staying on but two staffers leaving — longtime assistants Rick Wilson and Darryl Sydor.

Dairy Overlay District May Come Soon to Yankton

The Yankton County Commission will host a public meeting this week to talk about forming a dairy overlay district.

Yankton Tax Revenues Dropped in April

One of the most watched revenue indicators for the City of Yankton is slowing a bit.

Trans Canada Plans to Replace Sections of Keystone Crude Oil Pipeline

Later this summer and into the fall, crews from Trans Canada will be digging up, and replacing sections of the Keystone crude oil pipeline.