Iowa Senate Approves “Right to Try”

The Iowa Senate has unanimously approved a bill designed to accelerate the access terminally ill Iowans have to medications being tested in federally-approved drug trials.

Appleton Minnesota Hosting Community Meeting on Prison Options

It’s been six years since the doors closed at the privately-owned Appleton Minnesota prison.

Yankton County Commission Begins Process of Land Buying for Napa Road

The Yankton County Commission held a special meeting today to begin the process of buying land for the road expansion into the Napa rail junction.

SD Senator Mike Rounds; Block Supreme Court Nominee

If President Obama sends a Supreme Court nominee to the US Senate, it appears likely that no hearings will be held.
Republicans are saying the next President should make the selection.

Term Limits Could be an Issue for SD Legislature

A South Dakota legislator says term limits may be playing a role in some of the difficulties in finding consensus on tough issues.

Business & Job Prospects Good in Yankton

Business and job prospects look pretty good this year. That was the message from John Kramer, President of Yankton Area Progressive Growth.

Push on for Sunday Liquor Sales in Minnesota

Another Minnesota legislative session means another push for Sunday liquor sales.

Gophers Win Again

Jordan Murphy had 19 points and 14 rebounds and Minnesota dropped Rutgers to 0-15 in the Big Ten with an 83-61 victory on Tuesday night.

Wrestling Hall Adds Jacks

Three two-time national champions from South Dakota State and the winningest coach in Jackrabbbit wrestling history will be inducted into the Division II Wrestling Hall of Fame during ceremonies March 10.

Wild Slowed By Islanders

Frans Nielsen scored twice, John Tavares had a goal and an assist, and the New York Islanders beat the Minnesota Wild 4-1 on Tuesday night in a matchup of surging teams.