Topsoil Debate Continues in Iowa

The public comment period for the proposed change in a controversial rule dealing with the amount of topsoil developers are required to return to a construction site will end Wednesday.

Nebraska Senators Debating Term Limits

Nebraska senators are debating whether voters should be asked to make an adjustment to their term limits.

Plan for Iowa Caucuses On the Way

The leaders of Iowa’s two major political parties will soon announce a plan for releasing timely, accurate electronic results of the 2016 Iowa Caucuses.

Severe Weather Season Underway

As spring continues to unfold across the northern plains, it normally means we need to pay attention to the potential of severe weather.

South Dakota Legislature Overrides Veto

The South Dakota legislature has voted to overturn one bill that was vetoed by Governor Dennis Daugaard.

Nebraska Unicameral and Governor Hold Contrasting Priorities

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts was elected with a pledge of lowering property taxes as his highest priority.

Legislature Wrapping Up Session

South Dakota legislators are in Pierre today (Monday) for the final day of the 2015 session. The main run wrapped up on March 13th.

South Dakota Lawmakers Wrapping Up Session

South Dakota lawmakers are back in Pierre today to wrap up the final day of the 2015 legislative session.

School Boards Collaborating Academics and Athletics

Several school boards in south east South Dakota are having discussions about possible cooperative efforts that could include athletics and academics.

Farmers Discuss Family Farms with Pope and Cardinals

Several Farmers Union leaders had an opportunity to have an audience with POPE Francis and meet with some Cardinals as well as with rural Italian groups recently.