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SD Legislators Waiting on Updated Revenue Numbers

South Dakota legislators are waiting on Governor Kristi Noem possibly calling a special session of the legislature to deal with potential budget problems.

Corps To Start Repair Work Next Month On Critical Navigation Export Area

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is scheduled to begin repair work next month on 5 of 8 locks and…

Turkey Producers Need Federal Aid To Recover From The Pandemic

Both of Iowa’s Senators and other agricultural leaders have written to USDA this week requesting Coronavirus Food Assistance Program funding…

Livestock Groups Voice Opposition To Great American Outdoors Act

Several livestock groups led by the American Sheep Industry Association, Public Lands Council and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association are opposing…

Senate Committee Passes Defense Funding Bill

The Senate Armed Services Committee approved the seven hundred forty billion dollar “National Defense Authorization Act” last week, funding the military for the next year.

Nebraska Schools Expected to Open in August

More services and businesses across Nebraska are being allowed to reopen in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.

Minnesota Special Legislative Session Off To A Good Start

Minnesota state lawmakers started their 2020 special session on Friday and are continuing this week with the Senate expected to…

Absentee Ballot Requests Helped Spur Turnout

All registered voters in South Dakota got an absentee ballot request before the June second primary.

Yankton City Commission Starts Budget Talks

The Yankton City Commission began discussions on the first round of their 2021 budget Monday night.

Grant Program Approved To Expand Flex Fuel Blender Pumps In Nebraska

The Nebraska Environmental Trust Board has voted to approve a state grant program that will expand flex fuel blender pumps.…

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SOUTH DAKOTA FLU PREVENTION, STATE EPIDEMIOLOGIST OFFERS INSIGHT

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – With the colder weather and more time indoors, families are sharing their love…

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BILL RESTRICTS FOREIGN OWNERSHIP OF ELECTRIC FACILITIES IN SOUTH DAKOTA

PIERRE, S.D. (Michael Doorn / KELO News) – The House and Energy Committee passed two bills unanimously on Friday, one…

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STATE NEEDS TO SPEND $106 MILLION IN FEDERAL FUNDS BY END OF YEAR

PIERRE, S.D. (Makenzie Huber / South Dakota Searchlight) – South Dakota must spend $106 million in remaining pandemic relief by the…

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AS STUDENT VIOLENCE RISES, STATE WANTS DISTRICTS TO HAVE OPTIONS

PIERRE, S.D. (Bart Pfankuch / South Dakota News Watch) – Whether caused by the pervasiveness of social media, an increase…

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LAWMAKERS WORRY ABOUT FEASIBILITY, SUSTAINABILITY OF RURAL HEALTH TRANSFORMATION PLAN

PIERRE, S.D. (Makenzie Huber / South Dakota Searchlight) – South Dakota’s workforce shortage and federal limitations on a $189.5 million…