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SD State Senator Wants Economic Development Focused on Workers

A legislator says he would like to see state economic development efforts focused more on workers, and not so much on companies and owners.

Yankton Manufacturer Seeing High Demand

Kolberg-Pioneer, a heavy equipment production company in Yankton is dealing with high demand for their products.

South Dakota Legislators Talking About Sales Tax Exemptions

While no formal studies have been scheduled, South Dakota lawmakers continue to talk about sales tax exemptions.

Deal For QB Finalized

The Minnesota Vikings have finalized their trade with the Denver Broncos to acquire quarterback Trevor Siemian, to be their backup to free agent prize Kirk Cousins.

Receiver Leaving Vikings

A person familiar with the situation says the Carolina Panthers and unrestricted free agent slot wide receiver Jarius Wright have agreed on a three-year deal.

Wild Loses In Overtime

Jeff Carter scored his second goal of the game with 33.8 seconds left on the clock in overtime and the Los Angeles Kings recovered after giving up a two-goal lead to beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3.

Nebraska Cattlemen Association Official Hoping For Positive NAFTA Round

North American Free Trade Agreement negotiations resume again in April. Mexican trade officials are hoping to complete several chapters of…

Nebraska Farmland Values Drop For Fourth Consecutive Year

Farmland values in Nebraska have dropped for the fourth consecutive year, according to preliminary figures released by the University of…

PLC Director Pleased Administration Rewriting ESA

The Trump administration is in the process of rewriting the Endangered Species Act rules. Public Lands Council Executive Director Ethan…

Minnesota Farm Group Leader Concerned With Farm Bill Hold Up In House Committee

Disagreements among the House Agriculture Committee members regarding the nutrition tittle are stalling movement on the farm bill. Minnesota Farmers…

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