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Court Rules Against EPA on Small Refinery Waivers

The United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit Court has struck down three small refinery exemptions granted by…

Search Firm Studies Yankton

The City of Yankton is searching for a new Director of Human Resources following the retirement of long time director Sue Hanson.

Iowa Pork Producers President Wants to Build on Trade Wins

Eastern Iowa pork producer Mike Paustian is the new President of the Iowa Pork Producers Association. In this role, he…

SD Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg Waiting on Industrial Hemp Bill Details

South Dakota Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg says he is waiting to see the final form of the industrial hemp bill

Trump Administration Wants Deal With United Kingdom by End of Year

The Trump administration is looking to complete a trade deal with the United Kingdom before the end of 2020. Nebraska…

Drought Chances Low Across the Northern Plains

While some climate models are hinting at a very warm weather pattern developing by mid-summer, drought chances will stay low.

Dealing With Discarded Wind Blades

An unexpected issue with wind power development is coming up with a plan to dispose of old wind blades.

Farmers Making Decisions with Farm Program Signup Deadline March 15

Farmers have some options to consider with farm bill enrollment approaching. Yankton, South Dakota crop insurance agent Dave Hubbs advises…

Former Legislator Planning a Re-Run

A former legislator wants to make a run to again return to Pierre.

Legislator Critical of GOED

A Yankton legislator isn’t sure the state is getting the return it should from the Governors Office of Economic Development.

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

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