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Chiefs QB On The Mend

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is already deep into his rehabilitation from a knee injury suffered in last week’s win in Denver, though coach Andy Reid is declining to put any timetable on the return of the reigning league MVP.

Jacks Sweep Soccer Awards

South Dakota State women’s soccer swept the Summit League’s weekly honors this week, as Leah Manuleleua and Maggie Smither were named the Offensive and Defensive Players of the Week, respectively.

Hastings Adds Sports Programs

Hastings College is adding men’s volleyball and women’s wrestling teams to its athletic program beginning in 2020-21.

Mexican Trade Team in Nebraska to Learn About Ethanol Industry

Last week, a team of 20 Mexican industry leaders were in Nebraska touring farms and visiting ethanol processing plants. Nebraska…

USDA Challenged on SNAP Proposal

Senate Ag Committee Ranking Member Debbie Stabenow questioned USDA officials last week at a hearing about the categorial eligibility rule…

Land Stewardship Program Members Lobby Congress on Trade and Ag Economy

Minnesota Land Stewardship Project members were in Washington D.C. last week talking with lawmakers about trade concerns and the depressed…

NRCS Makes Funding Available for Conservation Easements on Flooded Land

The Natural Resources Conservation Service has made $217.5 million available in 11 states including South Dakota to help producers place…

Congressional Republicans Make Push for USMCA

Republicans in Congress are pushing hard to get a vote on the USMCA trade treaty. The three-country agreement would replace NAFTA, which has been in place since the early 90s.

Schools Look for Help with Special Education Costs

One of the fastest rising costs for South Dakota schools is special education.

Township Vote Could Impact Roads

Voters in the Mission Hill North township in Yankton County will decide on the future of their township in a special election next week.

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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…

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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…

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PIERRE, S.D. (Makenzie Huber / South Dakota Searchlight) – South Dakota’s workforce shortage and federal limitations on a $189.5 million…