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Vikings Make Money Decisions

Minnesosta Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins has accepted a two-year, $66 million contract extension among money decisions made by the team Monday.

SD Budget Passes on Bi-partisan Vote

The budget bill was the final one passed by state legislators last week before they adjourned.

USD Women Rate High

South Dakota women’s basketball caps off the final USA Today Coaches Poll at No. 11 released Monday.

State Workers to See Pay Increase

When all the budget pieces came together for state lawmakers last week, they were able to find the money for two percent increases to schools, Medicaid providers and state workers.

2020 South Dakota Legislative Session Successful for Agriculture

The 2020 South Dakota legislative session was mostly positive for agriculture. That’s according to State Farmers Union Lobbyist Mitch Richter.…

Farmers Reminded About Deadline for Farm Program Signup

Farmers who have not yet completed their 2019 and 2020 crop year elections for enrollment in the farm program need…

IPPA President Testifies on Gene Editing

Iowa Pork Producers Association President Mike Paustian testified in front of the Senate Ag Committee last week about gene editing…

EPA Announces New Biological Evaluations for Pesticides Under Endangered Species Act

The Environmental Protection Agency has announced a new method for conducting biological evaluations under the Endangered Species Act. It’s to…

Officials Asking Public to “Calm Down”

Public officials are asking people to stay calm and not panic buy at their local stores.

Watching the Numbers

According to the state Health Department, as of Saturday, nine people had tested positive for coronavirus in South Dakota

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