Manufacturers Deal With Labor Shortage

Many manufacturing plants across the state have been reaching out this week with open houses and other events to mark “Manufacturing Week” and hopefully entice more people to work there.

Daugaard Briefed On Task Force Meeting

The South Dakota Blue Ribbon Task Force on Students and Teachers met again yesterday (Thursday) in Pierre.

Crest For USS Sioux City Unveiled

The captain of a new naval ship bearing the name of Sioux City surprised members of the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce by unveiling the ship’s official crest.

Rural Highway Safety Initiative Launched

A year-long initiative to reduce fatalities on rural roadways is being launched in five Iowa counties.

Pilot Shortage Looms

Nebraska Congressman Adrian Smith says that if new FAA regulations aren’t eased, a pilot shortage will have a big, negative impact on rural airports throughout the Third Congressional District.

Chancellor Gives State Of The University Address

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Chancellor Harvey Perlman, delivering his final State of the University address, says UNL isn’t the same university it was 15 years ago when he became chancellor.

Twins Rally, Close On Wild Card

Playoff hopes remain on the table as the Minnesota Twins get ready for their final series of the regular season starting Friday night at Target Field against the Royals.

Royals Win Despite Injuries

Jonny Gomes drove in three runs, and the banged-up Kansas City Royals moved into a tie with Toronto for the AL’s best record with a 6-4 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday night.

Dakota Marker On The Line

The Missouri Valley Football Conference slate kicks off Saturday with a matchup between two highly ranked teams as South Dakota State hosts North Dakota State in the annual battle for the Dakota Marker.

Conference Play Begins

This week brings conference openers for football teams including South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Minnesota and Iowa State.