Mid America Economy Showing Signs of Growth

The December Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index, a leading economic indicator for the nine-state region stretching from the Dakotas and Minnesota to Arkansas, moved above growth neutral.

Yankton County Commission Passes Emergency Zoning Ordinance

The Yankton County Commission this week passed an emergency zoning ordinance.

Riot Boosting Bill to Return to the South Dakota Legislature

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem will make another attempt at passing a so called “riot boosting” bill in this year’s legislative session.

SBA Loans Millions to Disaster Areas in South Dakota

The Small Business Administration has been actively making loans to people and businesses following the latest disaster declaration in South Dakota.

Gophers Win Bowl Game

Tyler Johnson had 12 receptions for 204 yards and two touchdowns to become Minnesota’s career receiving leader and propel the 16th-ranked Gophers to a 31-24 victory over No. 9 Auburn in the Outback Bowl.

Coyotes Lose Summit Outing

South Dakota took a 12-point lead into halftime only to see Purdue Fort Wayne storm back to earn a 70-59 win in the Mastodons’ Summit League opener Wednesday inside the Gates Sports Center.

USD Women Add Win

Big runs to begin the third and fourth quarters and a defense that produced 25 turnovers were the keys to a 62-41 South Dakota women’s victory against Purdue Fort Wayne Wednesday inside Gates Sports Center.

T-Wolves Nipped By Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 32 points and 17 rebounds, and the Milwaukee Bucks held off a strong challenge from short-handed Minnesota in a 106-104 victory over the Timberwolves.

Winter Classic To Target Field

Target Field, home to the Minnesota Twins will play host to the 2021 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic® featuring the Minnesota Wild on January 1, 2021, the National Hockey League has announced.

Deer Ticks Present Another Invasive Threat

Even though there is snow and ice on the ground, another invasive species can be active through the winter.