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Tax Cuts vs USMCA to Prime the Economic Pump

The Trump Administration has floated the idea of another round of tax cuts to get ahead of a possible slowdown in the economy.

Debating the Role of County Government

The budget process for the Yankton County Commission has also been a time for setting priorities.

City of Yankton Begins Formal FEMA Review Process

The City of Yankton has begun the formal review process with the Federal Emergency Management Agency following the damages from storms and flooding in March.

South Dakota Democrats May Have a House Primary

It now looks like South Dakota democrats may have a House primary election next year.

Legislators Continue to Question Funding for the Community College for Sioux Falls

Members of the interim Appropriations Committee of the South Dakota legislature continue to question the funding status of the new Community College for Sioux Falls, which began its first classes this week.

A’s Crush Royals

Marcus Semien homered, tripled and drove in a career-high seven runs as the Athletics set season highs for runs and hits in a 19-4 thrashing of the Kansas City Royals on Monday night.

Chiefs Secure Backup QB

The Kansas City Chiefs lost backup quarterback Chad Henne to a fractured ankle in their penultimate preseason game, and they signed veteran Matt Moore to provide some depth behind starter Patrick Mahomes.

Media Rates South Dakota Preps

The South Dakota Prep Media football polls for the week of Aug. 26 are out.

China Trade Tensions Escalate

President Trump said overnight he had a phone call from China and they want to have further talks and are…

U.S. and Japan Strike Trade Deal

On August 25, President Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced an agreement in principle that will greatly improve…

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