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Computer Science Teachers Unite

A newly formed group in South Dakota is aiming to involve more people in tech talk and activities.

Federal Funds Benefit South Dakota

Federal funds have been flowing to South Dakota since the start of the pandemic over a year ago.

Prepare for Safe Holiday Travel

Lots of people will be traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend and the Superintendent of the South Dakota Highway Patrol wants people to be alert and aware.

Dry Weather, Dry Fields

The dry, fairly mild weather is a treat for travelers, but fire danger lurks in the country.

Helping Emergency Services

The South Dakota Department of Health wants to find help for local emergency and ambulance services.

Adjusting to New Legislative Districts

With new legislative maps in effect for next year, legislators will have to make some adjustments.

MN Farmer Union Adopts Special Orders at Convention

Minnesota Farmers Union members adopted special orders at their 80th annual state convention, held Nov. 19-21 in Minneapolis. President Gary…

AGP to Expand in Sergeant Bluff

AGP is making a significant investment to expand the crush capacity of its soybean processing facility in Sergeant Bluff, Iowa.…

USDA Slowly Filling Key Positions

Nearly a year after the Biden administration took office USDA continues to slowly fill state and federal positions. U.S. Ag…

MN Pork Producers Donate Ground Pork to Those in Need

Minnesota pork producers are making a difference during the holiday season by donating 6000 pounds of ground pork to Second…

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