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Working on a Senate Campaign Theme

Brian Bengs, the democratic candidate for the US Senate in South Dakota says he is still working through ideas to…

Yankton School Board Sets Public Communications Policy

The Yankton School Board is developing a formal communication policy that will help ensure that public comments are received and…

Another Strong Year for Yankton Building Permits

The City of Yankton is seeing another strong year in building permits. Community and Economic Development Director Dave Mingo says…

Low Water Expected on the Missouri River & Big Upstream Lakes

The Missouri River and the upstream big lakes will continue to be on the low side the rest of the…

Democratic Governor Candidate Jamie Smith Focused on South Dakota

Staying focused on state issues is the campaign theme of democratic Governor candidate Jamie Smith….. Smith, current Minority Leader in…

SD State Park Visitation Down, Camping Up

The number of visitors to South Dakota’s state parks and recreation areas is down, but those that show up are…

Hot & Dry Conditions Forecast to Continue

Forecasts continue to indicate hot and dry conditions to continue over much of the Missouri River Basin. Doug Kluck, Climate…

Saving the Meridian Bridge

The Yankton City Commission will vote on a contract for an underwater inspection of the Meridian Bridge at their meeting…

SD Interim Attorney General Mark Vargo Reaching out to Local Law Enforcement

South Dakota interim Attorney General Mark Vargo says his priority is restoring confidence in the office following the impeachment and…

Missouri River Running Low

Below normal runoff into the Missouri River system is expected for the next few months. Ryan Larson with the Corps…

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