Search for U of I President Continues

Sally Mason has stepped into retirement.

Nebraska Congressman Adrian Smith; Export – Import Bank Tied to Highway Funding

The fate of the Export-Import Bank could be tied to a long-term transportation bill.

CEO of Growth Energy Steps Down

Growth Energy CEO Tom Buis announced Friday he’s stepping down as Chief Executive officer of the organization that lobby’s on renewable fuel issues.

Iowa Senator Calls for Review of Cargill Deal

Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley wants the U.S. Justice Department’s Anti Trust Division to review the proposed acquisition by JBS of Cargill Pork.

Short Term Highway Bill Not Ideal

Before adjourning for the August recess last week, the U.S. House passed a short term extension of the highway bill.

Ag Secretary Considering a Poultry Disaster Program

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack wants Congress to consider a disaster program for poultry producers, similar to what’s in place for livestock producers.

Commodity Futures Trading Commission Funding in the Air

The chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, Mike Conaway, says he’ll fight any increase in funding for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.

Congress Left With Few Days to Finalize Budget

When Congress returns from the August recess after Labor Day, they will have only a few days to work through the budget and keep the government funded into the new fiscal year which starts on October first.

Death Penalty Petition Continues in Nebraska

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts has been holding town hall meetings around the state in the last couple of weeks.

75th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Underway

Up to a million people may descend on western South Dakota this week to take part in the 75th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.