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Fatal Crash On Interstate 90

Names have been released of those involved in a two-vehicle head-on fatal crash that occurred Thursday afternoon on Interstate 90, three miles east of Alexandria, S.D.

Annual Ethanol Conference Held in Omaha

American Coalition for Ethanol Board President Ron Alverson of Chester, South Dakota spoke to members at their annual conference in Omaha.

Farmers Union Has No Stance on Clean Power Plan

National Farmers Union members have not taken a position on the President’s Clean Power Plan.

South Dakota Congresswoman Hears Producers’ Concerns

While attending Dakota fest this week, South Dakota Congresswoman Kristi Noem heard several producer concerns.

Congress Could Pass Tax Extending Measures

When Congress returns to session next month, there will be an opportunity to pass tax extenders measures.

Committee Studies County Government

Members of an interim South Dakota legislative committee looking at county governments heard from state and local officials on how counties raise revenues and the financial challenges they are facing.

Dairy Negotiations Holding Up A Trans Pacific Partnership

Trans Pacific Partnership negotiators say they’re very close to reaching an agreement on the trade deal.

Railroads Make Improvements Ahead of Harvest

There is hope that the railroads that serve the northern plains may be in a better position to move grains as harvest begins.

Rains Brings End To Drought Conditions in the Northern Plains

Rains over the northern plains have now wiped away most traces of dry soil.

SD Legislators Take Control of Gender Policy

After several hours of public input and debate, the interim High School Activities Committee of the South Dakota Legislature voted to have a bill written that would determine gender policy for the state’s schools.

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