Study Topics Discussed

The Executive Board of the South Dakota Legislature met this week to begin setting up summer study committees.

Pelfrey Strong In Twins Win

Mike Pelfrey turned in his second consecutive strong start, Kurt Suzuki had two hits and the go-ahead single in the seventh inning, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 3-2 on Tuesday night.

Vikings Won’t Trade Peterson

Minnesota Vikings GM Rick Spielman says he has “no interest” in trading star running back Adrian Peterson.

Big Inning Carries Royals

Kendry Morales’ three-run homer capped a six-run seventh inning and the Kansas City Royals beat the Cleveland Indians 11-5 on Tuesday night.

Coyote Track Star Honored

South Dakota junior Kelsey Barrett has been named the Summit League Outdoor Track and Field Athlete of the Week for the period ended April 26, as released by the league office on Tuesday.

GPAC Honors Athletes

Weekly honors have been announced for Great Plains Athletic Association athletes in golf, baseball and softball.

Foster Parents Needed in South Dakota

Culturally diverse foster parents are needed across South Dakota to keep children in their own communities and to help siblings stay together.

Siouxland Boys and Girls Club Recognized Nationally

The Siouxland chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters, which provides mentors to kids in parts of Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota, has won a national competition and a large cash grant.

Nebraska Attorney General Defends State Definition of Marriage

Nebraska’s Attorney General will be listening with great interest as the United States Supreme Court hears oral arguments on the issue of same-sex marriage.

Four Lanes for Nebraska Calls for Expressway Completion

A group of business concerns wants to see Nebraska make the final push to complete the Nebraska Expressway System.