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Region Designated “Abnormally Dry”

State Climatologist, Dennis Todey, says the abnormally dry conditions have spread since the fall.

Packaged Caramel Apples Recalled

Packaged caramel apples are causing people in ten states so far to contract listeriosis, a disease that’s hospitalized many and killed a few.

Jacks Win Streak Snapped

South Dakota State ran with No. 14 Utah for 15 minutes on Tuesday, but a late first half run propelled the nationally ranked Runnin’ Utes to an 80-66 win over the Jackrabbits in Salt Lake City.

Love, Cavs Top Timberwolves

Kevin Love scored 20 points in his first game against Minnesota, Kyrie Irving added 29 and the Cleveland Cavaliers pulled away in the second half for a 125-104 victory over the Timberwolves on Tuesday night.

GPAC Tabs Weekly Best

The Great Plains Athletic Conference released its basketball Players of the Week for both men’s and women’s teams.

More Honors For SDSU Gridders

South Dakota State University running back Zach Zenner and wide receiver Jake Wieneke were named Tuesday to The Sports Network Football Championship Subdivision All-America Team.

Colder Temperatures Ahead

State climatologist, Dennis Todey, says livestock producers need to get ready for cold temperatures.

Food Pantries Still in Need of Donations

Feeding South Dakota food pantries are still taking donations to ensure needy families have enough to eat for the holidays.

Beware of Holiday Scammers

The Better Business Bureau is urging people to keep an eye out for scams this holiday season.

Twins Reward Hughes

The Minnesota Twins and right-hander Phil Hughes have agreed to a $58 million, five-year contract that adds $42 million in guaranteed money from 2017-19.

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