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South Dakotas 10th Governor Remembered at the Meridian Bridge

A plaque honoring the memory of the tenth Governor of South Dakota, William McMaster, was dedicated Thursday on the Meridian Bridge in Yankton.

National Milk Producers Federation Pleased With Additional MPP Sign Up Extension

For the second time this year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has extended the signup period for the dairy margin…

Farmers Union Likes Senate Farm Bill But Wants More Funding For The Safety Net

National Farmers Union leaders are pleased the Senate Ag Committee approved the 2018 farm bill this week and sent it…

Another El Nino Looming

The Climate Prediction Center has issued an El Nino watch, meaning conditions are becoming favorable for development of another round of Pacific Ocean warming.

Another Late Loss

The Twins took a first-inning lead for the second day in a row, and for the second day in a row saw the Detroit Tigers rally for a win.

Twins Demote Sano

After Thursday’s loss to Detroit, Twins manager Paul Molitor announced Miguel Sano had been optioned to Fort Myers of the Class-A Florida State League.

South Dakota Democratic Convention Launches Fall Campaigns

South Dakota democrats are hoping to use this weekend’s state convention has a launching point for the fall campaign.

Streveler Part Of CFL History

Former University of South Dakota quarterback Chris Streveler made his pro debut Thursday and started for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in what turned out to be the second longest game in Canadian Football League history.

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley Focused on Family, Finishing Term

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says his focus will be on his family and job as he wraps up his final six months in the office

South Dakota Democratic Governor Candidate Billie Sutton Adds Running Mate

South Dakota democratic Governor candidate Billie Sutton added Sioux Falls businesswoman Michelle Lavallee to his ticket as the Lieutenant Governor choice.

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