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NPPD Keeps the Lights & Air Conditioning On

Despite warnings of possible power blackouts and brownouts, the Nebraska Public Power District is confident of keeping the lights and…

Names Released in Charles Mix County Fatal Crash

Names have been released of the two men who died Tuesday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash west of the Ft.…

The Weekend File – The Yankton City Commission & the Huether Family Aquatic Center

The Huether Family Aquatic Center is off to a strong start with attendance well above predictions for its first season…

Five Million Dollars for James River Projects

The James River Water Development District was awarded five million dollars in federal ARPA funds by the state Department of…

Yankton County Commission Talks Budget, Raises

While not taking an official vote, Yankton County Commissioners came to a consensus this week of giving county employees a…

Names Released in Tripp County Fatal Crash

Two people from Duchess, Alberta, Canada have been identified as those who died Sunday morning in a two-vehicle crash east…

Corn Root Worm Could Be A Problem This Year

Corn rootworm is a perpetual threat to corn fields, but farmers are bracing for high pressure again this year.  New…

Pork Check-off Creates Pork Scholar Program

Developing the next generation of professionals through the National Pork Board’s Pork Scholars program has opened the door for those…

Timely Rains To Benefit Crops

Much of the region received some timely and much needed rains during the last few days, including a storm that…

Nebraska State Troopers Recover Stolen Vehicle, Apprehend Two Minors after Pursuit

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have apprehended two minors following a pursuit near Grand Island late Tuesday evening. At…

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