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Congress Still Navigating Serious Problems

The country is moving into summer facing several major problems.

Minnesota Pork Processing Takes A Step Back

Hormel Foods and Quality Pork Processors in Austin, Minnesota, have avoided a significant COVID-19 outbreak this spring, until now. Together,…

R CALF Backs Emergency CRP Haying And Grazing Legislation

Senators John Thune of South Dakota and Tina Smith of Minnesota have introduced legislation to allow emergency haying and grazing…

Primary Surprise

One of the biggest upsets in last weeks legislative primary races was the win by Erin Tobin of Winner in the District 21 republican Senate race.

Farmers Union Calling For More Regulations Following Price Fixing Indictments

Four current and former executives at Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation and Claxton Poultry farms, both which produce chicken have been indicted…

Farm Bureau President Says Pandemic Relief Programs Needed For Agriculture

The Federal government has been working hard to get pandemic relief funding out to the nation’s farmers and ranchers. The…

Dietary Advisory Committee Urged To Follow Sound Science

The integrity of the Department of Agriculture’s Dietary Guideline Advisory Committee is being questioned by a Nutrition Group. That group…

Pandemic Moving More Toward Virtual Medical Visits

The coronavirus pandemic has forced many changes in society and that includes medical providers.

Communities Cancel Fireworks, Big State Show Continues

While many Fourth of July fireworks celebrations are being postponed or cancelled this summer, the State of South Dakota is going ahead with a big show planned for Mt Rushmore on July third.

One Dead in Lincoln County Crash

One person died and two other people were injured Saturday night in a one-vehicle rollover south of Tea.

Recent Headlines

5 days ago in Local

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…

5 days ago in Local

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…

5 days ago in Local

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…

6 days ago in Local

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…

6 days ago in Local

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…