Teen Pregnancy a Problem in Rural America

Poverty, fewer doctors and clinics, less college enrollment, or just more time on their hands…

Iowa Utilities Board to Decide on Dakota Access Pipeline Route

The Iowa Utilities Board says it intends to make a decision by December.

Nigerian Wheat Millers Visit South Dakota

A trade team of Nigerian wheat millers will be in South Dakota June 20th.

Agriculture Funding Victories in Iowa Session

Two major ag funding victories were achieved during the 2015 Iowa legislative session.

Farmers Union Does Not Support Trade Promotion Authority

South Dakota Farmers Union members do not support Trade Promotion Authority.

Canadian Cattlemen Glad for Vote to Repeal Country of Origin Labeling

Canadian Cattlemen Association leaders are pleased the U.S. House of Representatives has voted to repeal Country of Origin Labeling.

Mosquito Season Has Arrived

Peak season for West Nile Virus is still ahead, and the region is already experiencing a large population of mosquitoes.

Noem To Support Trade Authority

The US House may vote today on giving the President authority to approve international trade deals under new Trade Promotion Authority.

Yankton Budget Process Underway

Yankton City Commissioners will go through the planning process next week for their 2016 budget.

Hack Of Federal Workers’ Info Concerns Thune

It now appears that hackers have obtained personal data, including Social Security numbers for all federal employees.