Jacks Sign Two Cagers

South Dakota State head basketball coach Scott Nagy announced the addition of two players on Wednesday, both of whom signed a National Letter of Intent.

Timberwolves End Forgetful Season

Russell Westbrook scored 37 points in Oklahoma City’s 138-113 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night.

Former Viking Indicted

Former Minnesota Vikings tight end Stu Voigt is charged in a federal indictment with conspiracy and fraud in an alleged Ponzi scheme.

Legends Roster Released

Seven celebrity athletes and an added hockey clinic highlight the 2015 Hy-Vee Sanford Legends events, which run June 11 to 23

Augie Star Honored Nationally

The National Fastpitch Coaches’ Association announced on Wednesday afternoon that Augustana senior pitcher/utility player Jenelle Trautmann has been named the Louisville Slugger/NFCA National Player of the Week.

Rains Needed for Soil Moisture Throughout Region

The region could use some rain.

Legislature Attempting to Address Overcrowded Nebraska Prisons

Nebraska Attorney General Doug Peterson says prosecutors must not be blamed for the state’s overcrowded prisons.

Nebraska Communities Target of Recent Utility Scams

Nebraska Public Power District officials are concerned about recent scammers targeting utility customers.

Veto Expected on Higher Nebraska Gas Tax

Nebraska State Senators have sent on to final reading a measure to raise the state’s gas tax six cents a gallon over four years to fund roads and bridges.

More Cases of Bird Flu In Minnesota

Tuesday afternoon, Minnesota State Health officials announced USDA has confirmed eight more cases of highly pathogenic Avian Influenza in turkey farms in Minnesota.