Weather Conditions Promote Heat Stress in Cattle

Hot temperatures this week, mixed with high humidity will create heat stress conditions for cattle in the Northern Plains.

Minnesota Republicans Oppose Health Insurance Exchange

Top Republicans have renewed their call to scrap the MNsure health insurance exchange.

Iowa Governor Does Not Promote Higher Property Taxes

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad says school administrators who’re complaining about the level of state support for schools should NOT resort to raising local property taxes.

Reduced Liabilities Coming for Agritourism

Many Nebraska landowners shy away from developing agritourism on their property due to liability in case someone gets hurt.

Nebraska Senator Not Satisfied After Cyber Attack

Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse had a two-word statement when he learned the head of the Office of Personnel Management had resigned in wake of the hack attack.

Reaction to Iowa Governor’s State Aid Funding

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad has vetoed about fifty five million dollars in state aid to education that was passed by this year’s legislature.

Teacher Supply Falling in South Dakota

As a number of school districts in the state scramble to fill teaching vacancies for this fall, it looks like it could take some time to fill the gap.

More Talk on a Special Session on Education Funding

At least one legislative democratic leader thinks a special session may not be a bad idea.

Blue Ribbon Task Force Starts Second Round

The Blue Ribbon Task Force on Teachers and Students was appointed by South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard to re-evaluate the current funding formula.

Twins Duo In All Star Game

Second baseman Brian Dozier and closer Glen Perkins will represent the Minnesota Twins in the All-Star game.