More College Students in Need of Financial Aid

College students, including those at Mount Marty College in Yankton, are experiencing more debt and need more access to funds.

Utility Rates Expected to Increase with New EPA Rule

The pollution may come down, but utility rates will rise if a new proposed rule by the EPA is put to use in the nation’s power plants.

Teacher Pay on Radar for 2015 Legislature

Although the state ended the fiscal year with a surplus, Senator Bill Van Gerpen says South Dakota’s education might not benefit all that much.

Midwest Economics Sank in July

Ernie Goss, Ph.D., says the Business Conditions Index for the region was down in July.

New School District Ready for Fall

The Hartington-Newcastle district is gearing up for classes to begin today.

Iowa Casino Shut Down

The Argosy Riverboat Casino is officially closed to make way for a new Hard Rock Casino in Sioux City.

VA Agreement Has Nebraska Senator’s Support

Senator Deb Fischer supports an agreement created between Senate and House negotiators.

Weekend Safe Driving Campaign Kicks Off Friday

South Dakota Highway Patrol officers will be joined by local law enforcement to reduce the number of deaths along Interstate 90.

Nebraska Seeking Assistance from SBA

Governor Dave Heineman has sent a request to the Small Business Administration for assistance to help home and business owners recover.

Office of School and Public Lands Sees Increased Revenues

Deputy Commissioner, Ryan Brunner, says the office was able to return more money to South Dakota’s public schools.