Food Need Rising

The economic disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic is creating a need for food across the state.

Minnesota Farmers Union Backing SNAP Legislation

House Ag Subcommittee Chair Marcia Fudge of Ohio has introduced the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. The measure would allow…

Dealing With the Soaring Debt

The national debt is now approaching twenty-seven trillion dollars as Congress considers another trillion dollar plus economic stimulus plan.

Yankton School Board Approves Mask Mandate

The Yankton School Board has voted to mandate wearing face masks by all students and staff when school starts next month

PLC Asking President To Veto The Great American Outdoors Act

Congress has approved the Great American Outdoors Act. South Dakota’s delegation was somewhat split on that vote. Both Senator Mike…

Farm Group Economist Says Next COVID Aid Needs To Go Out Quickly

Congress is continuing to work on their next stimulus package to assist those hurt by the effects of the pandemic.…

Minnesota Pork President Says Having More Small Processors Would Be Beneficial

A survey conducted by three Minnesota agricultural groups of livestock producers in the state shows small and mid-sized processing is…

SD Governor Kristi Noem Says Kids Should be in School

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem says the best place for kids this fall is back in school

University of Nebraska Prepares for Students Return

The University of Nebraska is preparing to welcome students back to its campuses next month

SD Congressman Dusty Johnson Co-sponsors Telehealth Bill

As Congress attempts to find a compromise on the next economic stimulus bill, South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson is waiting to add a telehealth bill