Minnesota Verifies Record

The Minnesota State High School League has certified Anders Broman as the state’s all-time leading basketball scorer.

Pesticide Permitting Eliminated by New Legislation

Last week, the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee approved the Sensible Environmental Protection Act.

Corn Growers Ask to Withdraw Waters of the U.S. Rule

The National Corn Growers Association wants Congress to pass legislation withdrawing the Waters of the U.S. rule.

Export Marketing Plan to Benefit Ethanol

Lobby organization, Growth Energy is continuing to work on their ethanol export marketing plan.

Free Tech School For Some

Over 300 students planning to attend South Dakota technical schools will be doing so for free this fall.

River Group Formed

The newly established Friends of the Missouri National Recreational River (FOMNRR) is extending an open invitation to the public to attend their kickoff event Monday, August 17 at Riverside Park in Yankton.

South Dakota Democrats Look To 2016

The recent hiring of a new executive director shows the South Dakota Democratic Party is not dead, and will be aiming at the 2016 elections.

No Change For South Dakota Health Insurance Exchange

The recent Supreme Court ruling that health insurance premium subsidies can continue for those with coverage from the federal exchange will not lead to any changes in South Dakota.

River Basin Task Force To Meet

The River Basin Natural Resource District Oversight Advisory Task Force will hold their first meeting this week in Pierre.

Vikings Win Pre-Season Opener

Backup quarterback Mike Kafka threw a touchdown pass and running back Joe Banyard ran for another score to help the Minnesota Vikings beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 14-3 on Sunday night in the Hall of Fame game.