Busy Ballot For South Dakota

With over a year until the next general election, there are already nine initiated measures that could appear before South Dakota voters on a variety of issues.

Cancer Report Released

It’s predicted that there will be 3,000 South Dakotans diagnosed with cancer this year, and more than 1,600 will die from it.

Slower Growth Predicted

Several economic reports are pointing to slower growth in the northern plains over the next few months, with much of that related to low ag prices.

Groundbreaking For Boys And Girls Club Building

Construction will soon begin on the new Boys & Girls Club in Yankton.

Regents Chair Disappointed With AD Resignation

The chairman of the University of Minnesota Board of Regents says the resignation of athletics director Norwood Teague amid allegations of sexual harassment is a disappointment and a setback.

Field Day To Discuss Drones

An Iowa State University field day at the end of this month will feature a discussion on using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles on the farm.

Fortenberry Defends Trade Authorization

Nebraska Congressman Jeff Fortenberry defends Congressional action to make it easier for the president to negotiate trade deals with other countries.

Lawmaker Questions Contracts

A top Republican lawmaker wants to know why State Auditor Rebecca Otto is asking Minnesota counties to sign a three-year contract for services, when she knows that next August they can select private firms if they wish.

Twins Pound Rangers

Aaron Hicks had four of Minnesota’s 17 hits, Miguel Sano homered twice and Mike Pelfrey picked up his first win since June as the Twins routed the Texas Rangers 11-1 on Wednesday night.

Tigers Snap Royals Streak

Ian Kinsler doubled home two runs and the Detroit Tigers batted around in a four-run eighth inning to defeat the Kansas City Royals 7-4 on Wednesday night.