Renewable Fuels Standard Still Under Fire

A bipartisan group of 36 Senators are urging the EPA to increase the proposed volumes set for biodiesel production under the Renewable Fuel Standard.

Weather Towers Approved for South Dakota County

Lincoln County, South Dakota Commissioners gave approval to Dakota Power Community Wind to put up weather towers.

Red Cross Kept Busy By Fires

The month of July has been busy for the Red Cross in northwest Iowa.

Fall Tourism Promoted

While the summer tourism season is hitting the high point right now, planning is underway for the fall, or shoulder season.

Committee Looks At Revenue

The Appropriations Committee of the South Dakota Legislature met this week in Pierre.

Vermillion Tries To Fill Vacant Building

Business developers are looking to turn a now vacant building into a prime expansion location.

South Dakota Lagging On Wind Power

A new report from the American Wind Energy Association shows South Dakota falling behind neighboring states in bringing new wind project on line.

Twins Stagger In Anaheim

Huston Street earned his 300th save, Kole Calhoun had three hits and drove in two runs, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Minnesota Twins 5-2 on Wednesday night for their seventh straight victory.

Royals Add To Lead

Edinson Volquez pitched effectively into the eighth inning against his old team and Mike Moustakas hit a three-run homer to lead the Kansas City Royals over the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-1 on Wednesday night.

Pirates Promote Former Twin

The Pittsburgh Pirates have selected the contract of Pedro Florimon from Triple-A Indianapolis and inserted him into the lineup at shortstop Wednesday against the Kansas City Royals.