Legislators Return To Pierre

South Dakota lawmakers are back in Pierre today after a four day break for Presidents Day.

Gas Tax Votes Loom

Legislation that would raise the state gas tax in Iowa will be up for votes in committees in both the House and Senate this week and Governor Terry Branstad is working behind the scenes to round up votes.

Scam Targets Utility Customers

One of the largest utility providers in the region is warning customers about a phone scam.

Senator Threatens To Hold Up Legislation

Senator Ernie Chambers of Omaha, who has tied up legislative debate already this year, warns fellow lawmakers he’s not done killing legislation.

Summit Honors Coyote Star

South Dakota senior guard Tyler Larson was named Summit League Player of the Week for the period ended Feb. 15.

Cyclones Keep Spot

Iowa State remains #14 in the Associated Press basketball poll while Kentucky continues to roll along as the unbeaten #1.

Wild Suffer Tough Loss

Alex Biega scored the winner in his first NHL game and the Vancouver Canucks defeated the Minnesota Wild 3-2 Monday.

Nebraska Corn Board and FFA Partnering for Ag Champions Contest

In an effort to increase agricultural advocacy, the Nebraska Corn Board and the FFA chapters around the state will be competing for funds for a program designed to educate the community.

South Dakota 4-Hers Represent State in Denver

The Western National Round-up in Denver gave South Dakota youth the chance to test their skills.

Legislative Deadlines Approaching

South Dakota lawmakers, on their four day Presidents Day break, are just past the halfway point of the 2015 session.