Perkins Closes Out A.L. Win

Minnesota Twins’ closer Glen Perkins pitched a perfect ninth inning to earn the save in the American League 5-3 victory over the National League in Tuesday’s All Star Game.

Miller Back With Lebron

A person familiar with the negotiations says free agent Mike Miller has agreed to a 2-year, $5.5 million contract with the Cavaliers, re-uniting him with superstar LeBron James.

T-Wolves Talking Love Trade

A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors have restarted trade talks for All-Star forward Kevin Love.

Augie Adds Assistant

Augustana College head men’s basketball coach Tom Billeter announced the hiring of Collin Authier as an assistant coach.

Kluwe Suing Vikings

Chris Kluwe’s lawyer says the former Minnesota Vikings punter intends to sue the team over his allegations of anti-gay conduct by a coach.

New Member for Yankton School Board

Frani Kieffer was sworn in during Monday’s meeting to join the Yankton School Board, replacing the seat Jay Williams left after his term expired.

Yankton School Budget Hearing Shows a Struggle to Balance

Yankton School Board members held a preliminary budget hearing Monday evening to discuss balancing a budget deficit.

Shigellosis Cases Spike in South Dakota

A severe diarrheal disease is spreading across South Dakota.

Siren Testing to Happen in Yankton Next Week

Siren testing will be conducted for the western side of Yankton next week in order to best identify where sirens should be installed.

James River Back-ups Have Yankton Officials Concerned

The sediment that washes into the mouth of the James River has caused several back-ups, but the Corps of Engineers isn’t interested in fixing it.