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South Dakota Nursing Homes Face Funding Issues

Nineteen nursing homes in South Dakota run by Skyline Health Care have been placed in receivership after the state health department was notified the company could not pay its bills, and residents could be in danger.

Corps of Engineers to Increase Flows on the Missouri River

The Corps of Engineers will increase flows out of Missouri River dams to handle above average snow pack runoff.

Twins Sweep Cards

Led by a strong pitching performance from Jake Odorizzi and a two-run home by Eduardo Escobar, Minnesota beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-1 on Tuesday for a season-high fifth straight victory.

Royals Rock Bundy

Dylan Bundy yielded four homers and left without getting an out, part of a 10-run first inning that propelled the Kansas City Royals past the hapless Baltimore Orioles 15-7 Tuesday night.

Timberwolves Assistant Resigns

Minnesota Timberwolves assistant coach Rick Brunson has abruptly resigned.

Nilsen In National Spotlight

South Dakota sophomore Chris Nilsen has been named the U.S. Track and Field/Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) National Athlete of the Week for the period ended April 6.

Morse Earns Monthly Award

South Dakota State’s Brittney Morse was named the Summit League’s April Female Athlete of the Month.

Members of Iowa National Guard in Kosovo

Members of Iowa National Guard in Kosovo

Trade a Big Issue for Farmers During Farm Bill Forum

Trade a Big Issue for Farmers During Farm Bill Forum

New Iowa Policy Would Force Legislatures to Use Campaign Funds for “Self Promotion”

New Iowa Policy Would Force Legislatures to Use Campaign Funds for “Self Promotion”

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