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More People Needed to Fuel Economic Growth

Finding workers for existing open jobs is a challenge for businesses across the region.

USDA Announces Japan Fully Opens Market to U.S. Beef

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced that Japan has agreed to eliminate longstanding restrictions on U.S. beef exports, including the…

South Dakota’s Congressional Delegation Asks USDA for Farm Assistance

South Dakota’s Congressional delegation has written a letter to U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue asking for assistance for the state’s…

President Offers Immigration Reform Plan

Thursday, President Donald Trump rolled out his immigration reform plan he wants Congress to approve. It includes a revamp of…

Walz Grants Hours of Service Waiver to Deliver Fertilizer in Minnesota

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed an Emergency Executive Order granting a temporary extension from the Hours of Service requirements in…

EU Will Not Renew Anti-dumping Duties on U.S. Ethanol Imports

This week the European Commission decided not to renew anti-dumping duties on imports of U.S. ethanol. The Renewable Fuels Association,…

Nebraska Unicameral Still Trying to Solve Property Tax Problem

Nebraska State Senators are working on a solution to address property tax relief and school funding. LB 183, a new…

Yankton School Board to Discuss Opt Out

Yankton School Superintendent Wayne Kindle says district taxpayers will be asked again to consider a property tax opt out.

Getting Water to Worthington

The City of Worthington Minnesota is now receiving water from the Lewis & Clark Regional Water System.

University Graduates Look for More Than a Payday

As this spring’s university graduates head out into the world, most are able to find jobs in their areas of interest.

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