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Historic Schoolhouse Dedicated

A piece of history was the cause for celebration this week in Vermillion, as the first permanent school house in the Dakota Territory was dedicated.

Daugaard: Shortage Of Skilled Workers

South Dakota’s low unemployment, and business expansions has created a shortage of skilled workers in many industries.

SD Legislative Planning Committee Talks Teacher Shortage

The Planning Committee of the South Dakota Legislature meets Monday in Pierre, and one of the agenda items deals with the states teacher shortage and possible solutions.

Missouri River Rising

A wet August across the northern plains is leading to higher stages on the Missouri River.

Late Tally Trips Twins

Pinch-hitter Chris Iannetta’s sacrifice fly in the ninth inning lifted the Los Angeles Angels to a 5-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night.

Vikings Seek Running Start

The Minnesota Vikings’ biggest star is thinking about deja vu.

Jacks Look To Bounce Back

The South Dakota State University football team opens the home portion of its season Saturday night by renewing a rivalry against Cal Poly in the inaugural Dairy Drive game at Coughlin-Alumni Stadium.

Coyotes In Home Opener

One week after playing at FBS standout Oregon, the University of South Dakota hosts NAIA school William Penn Saturday.

Huskers Face Last FCS Foe

No. 19 Nebraska will host McNeese State on Saturday, and coach Bo Pelini says it will be the last time an opponent from the Football Championship Subdivision will visit Lincoln.

Student Dies In Mitchell Fire

An eighteen year old student at Mitchell Technical Institute died this morning in a house fire in Mitchell.

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