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Multiple Fatalities in Nebraska I-80 Crash

The Nebraska State Patrol is investigating a crash that occurred at approximately 3:00 p.m. Friday on eastbound Interstate 80 near Gibbon at mile marker 284.

Solid Growth for Yankton City Sales Taxes

Sales taxes in the City of Yankton continued to show growth through the end of summer.

Nebraska Congressman Adrian Smith Supports Passage of USMCA

Congress has yet to take a vote on the proposed USMCA trade treaty and none has been scheduled yet. The pact would replace NAFTA which was negotiated in the early 1990s.

Northern Plains May Avoid an Early Frost

While the year has been a struggle for many ag producers across the northern plains due to wet conditions, there is one piece of good news now as it appears the chances for an early frost are diminishing.

Federal Judge Stops South Dakota Riot Boosting Bill

A federal judge has temporarily blocked enforcement of parts of South Dakota’s new law that aims to prevent disruptive demonstrations against the Keystone XL pipeline.

Gavins Point Releases Going Up Again

The Corps of Engineers continues to adjust releases from dams on the Missouri River in an attempt to move stored water, while trying to avoid further downstream flooding.

South Dakota Congressman Pleased The USDA Is Investigating Cattle Markets

Speaking on the House floor this week, South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson said he’s pleased the USDA is moving ahead…

Taiwan Purchases U.S. Corn, DDGs, Wheat And Soybeans

Taiwan’s Agricultural Goodwill Mission team that visits the United States every two years is in the country this week. The…

Farm Bureau Wetlands Specialist Says Court Ruling On Wetlands Win For Agriculture

A Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals ruling sided with an Indiana farm family accused of disturbing what was designated a…

ASA Vice President Supports Preferential Trade Status For India

This week, 44 members of Congress asked U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer to restore preferential trade treatment for India. American…

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