Longer Process for SD Legislative Spending Bills

With over two hundred million dollars available this year in one-time money for South Dakota legislators, the spending process is changing.

Soy Transportation Coalition And Engineering Firm Conduct Rural Bridge Study

A significant number of bridges in rural areas are in deficient shape and in need of repair. They are a…

Budget Bill Starts on Long Process

The Senate voted to move toward debate on a budget plan that will set the stage for consideration of the next coronavirus relief plan. The bill passed on a fifty to forty-nine vote.

NCBA Official Says The U.S. is Aiming at a Trade Deal With The U.K.

The United Kingdom is looking to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Trade Partnership and plans to begin formal negotiations this…

ICON Backing One Brand Bill, Opposing Two Others In The Unicameral

The Independent Cattlemen of Nebraska have come out in opposition to a pair of brand bills, LB 571 and LB…

Pork President Encouraged Philippines Considering Lowering Pork Tariffs

The Philippines’ government plans to hold a hearing to consider a proposal to reduce its pork tariffs for in-quota and…

Nebraska Vaccination Registry Website

The State of Nebraska has set up a vaccine registration website where people can get in line for a Covid-19 shot.

Helping First Responders

Helping first responders, especially in rural areas of South Dakota, cope with the stresses of the job is the focus of a bill that came out of a summer study committee.

Covid-19 Vaccine Supply Not Keeping up with Demand

States are getting larger shipments of Covid-19 vaccines but not enough to keep up with demand.

Expecting the Polar Vortex

While the polar vortex never really goes away, it’s only a problem when a wrinkle comes our way.