Early Out on Friday

The Yankton School District has been dismissing classes at noon on Fridays since early October.

Several Being Considered For Ag Positions In Biden Administration

President Elect Joe Biden has put together his Ag transition team for the USDA. Former Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack’s senior…

Soybean Executive Concerned Midwest Losing Influence On Ag Committees

This week, House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson who lost his re-election bid threw his support behind Representative David Scott…

European Union Imposing Tariffs On U.S. Goods Including Agriculture

The European Union says it will impose tariffs on up to four billion dollars worth of U.S. goods and services…

Iowa Congressman-elect Randy Feenstra Prepares Move to DC

Current state Senator Randy Feenstra of Hull is now the Congressman-elect for Iowa’s Fourth District and will soon make the transition to Washington.

Border States Watching SD Marijuana Developments

The approval of medicinal and recreational marijuana by South Dakota voters is getting attention in bordering states.

Expectations Rising for Holiday Spending

Even though unemployment hit a record high earlier this year due to the pandemic, some experts see a rise in holiday spending.

Four Residents Out Following Apartment Fire

Yankton firefighters were called to an apartment fire last evening in the 900 block of Walnut Street.

Farm Group Outlines Ag Priorities For New Congress And President

With the 2020 election now history, Minnesota Farmers Union members are focusing on ag policy for the incoming Presidential Administration…

Senate Leader Pushing For Quick Passage Of Ag Appropriations Bill

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says he intends to pass all FY21 appropriations bills before December 11. Included in that…