Track Heats Up In Dome

Ten Coyote men and five Coyote women recorded wins on Saturday as the South Dakota track and field teams hosted the Dakota Realty Alumni Meet in the DakotaDome.

USD, SDSU Earn Softball Wins

The University of South Dakota and South Dakota State each got their first softball wins of the season over the weekend.

Two Dead in Head On Collision

Two people died in a head on collision on Highway 81 north of Yankton.

Branstad Disappointed With Judge’s Decision

Governor Terry Branstad says he’s “disappointed” with Wednesday’s decision from a district court judge who ruled Branstad overstepped his authority in closing the Iowa Juvenile Home.

Propane Price Dropping

Propane users in Iowa are finally getting a little bit of relief after prices at some retailers climbed to nearly $5 a gallon last week.

Prison Overcrowding Discussed

A study backs the contention of some state lawmakers that a few changes could ease prison overcrowding in Nebraska.

Filibuster Against Helmet Law Repeal Effort

Another attempt is being made to repeal the state motorcycle helmet law in Nebraska, and, again, opponents have mounted a filibuster against it.

Governor Announces Grants

Governor Dennis Daugaard says 12 South Dakota school districts will receive grants totaling more than $8.5 million to develop and strengthen career and technical education programs.

Vermillion District To Receive Grant

The Vermillion School District will get a ninety nine thousand dollar Career and Technical Education grant from the state Futures Fund.

Increased School Funding Would Be Welcome

Bills to push state aid to three point eight percent have been introduced.