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District 17 Senator-elect to Serve on Three Committees

Arthur Rusch anticipates large issues heading into the 2015 session on three committees.

Ag Groups Working on Property Tax Task Force

Property tax questions are centered around the actual use of ag land across South Dakota.

Gavins Point Dam Still Under Repair

Renovation on the dam’s spillway gates continues.

Iowa Woman Fighting IRS Hears Positive News

Carol Hinders has been fighting the IRS about money taken from her business in Spirit Lake.

Iowa Legislature Urged to Help Schools with Transportation Costs

The Iowa Legislature has received recommendations from a legislative committee to find ways to help schools with the burden of transportation costs.

Report Released on Prison Miscalculations

A final report on the investigation into the premature release of inmates in Nebraska has been released.

Pelini Returns To Youngstown

Former Nebraska coach Bo Pelini has been hired to be the next coach at Youngstown State, an FCS school in his hometown.

Greenway Earns Recognition

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway has been selected for the team’s Community Man of the Year award.

Wegher Tops Star List

Morningside (Iowa) running back Brandon Wegher and Concordia (Mich.) linebacker Takari Johnson headline the 2014 AFCA NAIA Coaches’ All-America Team announced by the American Football Coaches Association.

Timberwolves Bang Into Wall

John Wall scored 21 points and equaled a career high with 17 assists as the Washington Wizards won their fifth game in a row, 109-95 over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night.

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