Peru Trade Agreement Key to Increased Trade

A recent USDA report shows the United States Peru trade agreement has been key in increasing bilateral trade in food and ag products.

Iowa Legislature Stuck on Budget

Iowa lawmakers are trying to wrap up their 2015 session.

Rail Reconstruction Bids Considered

The South Dakota State Rail Board is taking another look at bids for reconstruction of a portion of line from Chamberlain west to Presho.

Dry April For South Dakota

Several South Dakota towns had some of the driest Aprils on record.

South Dakota’s Credit Rating Upgraded

A national credit rating agency has upgraded South Dakota to the highest rating it issues.

Elder Abuse Task Force Formed

The Elder Abuse Task Force that was authorized by the 2015 South Dakota legislature is taking shape.

Twins Earn Fifth Straight

Torii Hunter’s three-run homer broke a sixth-inning tie, giving Phil Hughes his first win and the streaking Minnesota Twins an 8-7 victory Monday night over the Oakland Athletics.

Arcia Goes On DL

The Minnesota Twins have placed left fielder Oswaldo Arcia on the 15-day disabled list due to a strained right hip flexor muscle.

Vikings Pick Up Options

The Minnesota Vikings have exercised the fifth-year options on the contracts for safety Harrison Smith and left tackle Matt Kalil.

Coyotes To NCAA Regional

South Dakota’s men’s golf team, which captured its first Summit League Championship Sunday, will compete at an NCAA Regional Championship in Bremerton, Wash., May 14-16.