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USDA Announces Interim Rule On Industrial Hemp

The USDA is introducing a new rule that will establish what the department called a consistent regulatory framework around hemp…

Industrial Hemp Not a Viable Cash Crop

While legislators have been working on an industrial hemp bill during the interim, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is holding firm in her opposition.

Nebraska Corn Hosts Taiwan Trade Team

A trade team from Taiwan visited Nebraska last week hosted by the Nebraska Corn Board and Corn Growers Association. Executive…

Wind Power Can Provide Property Tax Relief in Nebraska

Wind power has a huge economic impact in Nebraska and could be part of the solution to property tax relief.…

Pacific Legal Foundation Files Lawsuit to Stop Previous WOTUS Language

The Pacific Legal Foundation has filed a lawsuit on behalf of the New Mexico Cattlemen’s Association following the repeal of…

Cattle Producers Struggle With Record Moisture

Northern Plains cattle producers have been facing several challenges this year with the record moisture. SDSU Extension Beef Specialist Julie…

Yankton City Commission Awards Bid for Huether Family Aquatics Center

The Yankton City Commission approved the low bid for construction of the Huether Family Aquatics Center.

Yankton School District Budget Depending on Transfers

While the Yankton School District is hoping a property tax opt out could help with budgeting issues in the future, their current budget depends on fund transfers.

Vermillion Chamber & Development Corporation Focused on Local Businesses

The Vermillion Chamber and Development Corporation recently wrapped up a two-million-dollar fundraising campaign aimed at economic development.

Jacks Slip After Marker Loss

Saturday’s South Dakota State loss to top rated North Dakota State in the Dakota Marker game has cost the Jacks to slip in the national FCS polls, but not out of the top five.

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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…

2 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…

2 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…

3 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…

3 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…