South Dakota’s US Attorney Resigning

Brendan Johnson is resigning as South Dakota’s US attorney to join private practice.

South Dakota Regional Science Bowl This Saturday

South Dakota high schools students will compete Saturday for a chance to represent the state at the national competition in Washington D.C.

Iowa Pork Producers to Join USFRA

Iowa pork producers will now have an active part in the US Farmers and Ranchers Alliance.

Abortion Restrictions Advance

The South Dakota House Health and Human Services Committee passed a bill to further restrict abortions in the state.

Water Basin Bill Advances

A bill that would change South Dakota’s current water district structure to one aligned with watershed basins has advanced to the floor of the Senate.

County Site Analysis Approved

The Yankton County Commission approved a resolution that will lead to a county site analysis.

Checkoff For Wildlife On Iowa Tax Forms

As Iowans fill out their state income tax forms this year, they can help to support Iowa’s wild creatures by donating to the Fish and Wildlife Fund.

Branstad Not Ready To Support Higher Speed Limit

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad says he’s not ready to take a stand on raising the speed limit to 75 miles-an-hour on rural interstate highways.

Gale Supports Voter ID Bill

Nebraska Secretary of State John Gale backs a bill working its way through the legislature that would require voters to display a photo ID to cast a ballot.

Effort To Help Counties With Ag Expansion Requests

An effort is being made in the Nebraska legislature to help county officials better evaluate the agricultural expansion permits that come before them.