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Cutting South Dakota’s Tax on Groceries

Cutting the sales tax on groceries in South Dakota could make a major hit on state revenues. Governor Kristi Noem…

Finalizing the Winter Supply of Natural Gas

Energy companies are rushing to assure adequate supplies of natural gas for the upcoming winter. Luke Hansen, gas supply manager…

Yankton County Department of Equalization Under Investigation

Staff turnover and allegations of possible unethical activity has led to an investigation of the Yankton County Equalization Department. County…

Ag Stress & Suicide

While the suicide rate in the US has declined a bit in the last few years, reports show it rose…

Cautions on Legalizing Marijuana

South Dakota voters will decide on legalizing recreational marijuana next month. IM27 was petitioned on the ballot after an Amendment…

Jacks – Coyotes Face Off in SD Showdown Series

The South Dakota State football team closes out a two-game homestand and a stretch of four games at Dana J.…

World Dairy Expo

World Dairy Expo is in session at Madison, Wisconsin and continues through Friday.  Katie Schmitt is the Communications Manager for…

J.E. Meuret Grain Company Purchases Crofton Grain Company

A northeast Nebraska grain elevator company has expanded its operations.  Effective October 1st, J.E. Meuret Grain Company of Brunswick, Nebraska…

Grassley Opposes Foreign Ownership of Farmland

U-S Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley is concerned about foreign ownership with farm ground.  Speaking during his weekly news conference, Grassley…

Legislators & the Food Tax Cut

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has given legislative candidates an issue to mull with her promise to cut the states…

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