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Nebraska Dairy Official Encouraged By President Elect’s Immigration Plan

President Elect Joe Biden plans to unveil a sweeping immigration bill on the first day of his administration. It proposes…

Cattle Group Executive Says Wolf Delisting Should Stand Despite Court Challenge

A coalition of six Environmental and Wildlife Advocacy Groups including HSUS are challenging in court the de-listing of the gray…

Vermillion Extends Face Mask Ordinance

The Vermillion City Council passed a public face mask emergency ordinance in August that also asked businesses to post a sign saying, “Face Masks Requested.” That ordinance is reviewed at each council meeting.

Next Round of PPP Loans Now Available

The Small Business Administration has opened the application portal for the next round of Paycheck Protection Program loans.

Names Released in Union County Fatal Crash

A Gayville, S.D. man has been identified as the person who died Friday night in a two-vehicle crash south of Elk Point.

Finding Hope in the Midst of the Pandemic

Dealing with Covid-19 infections and patients have put a strain on most health care providers.

Mild & Dry Winter Causing Drought Worries

Mild and dry weather last fall allowed producers across the northern plains to get harvest done in record time. Now those same conditions are causing some worries.

Names Released in Codington County Fatal Crash

A Watertown, S.D., man has been identified as the person who died last Friday in a two-vehicle crash northwest of Watertown.

South Dakota Corn Holds Virtual Annual Meeting

The South Dakota Corn Growers Association held their annual meeting over the weekend virtually. It featured a water panel discussion…

Legislators Talking About Extra Money

South Dakota legislators are back in Pierre, ready to settle into their schedule routine.

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – With the colder weather and more time indoors, families are sharing their love…

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BILL RESTRICTS FOREIGN OWNERSHIP OF ELECTRIC FACILITIES IN SOUTH DAKOTA

PIERRE, S.D. (Michael Doorn / KELO News) – The House and Energy Committee passed two bills unanimously on Friday, one…

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STATE NEEDS TO SPEND $106 MILLION IN FEDERAL FUNDS BY END OF YEAR

PIERRE, S.D. (Makenzie Huber / South Dakota Searchlight) – South Dakota must spend $106 million in remaining pandemic relief by the…

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AS STUDENT VIOLENCE RISES, STATE WANTS DISTRICTS TO HAVE OPTIONS

PIERRE, S.D. (Bart Pfankuch / South Dakota News Watch) – Whether caused by the pervasiveness of social media, an increase…

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PIERRE, S.D. (Makenzie Huber / South Dakota Searchlight) – South Dakota’s workforce shortage and federal limitations on a $189.5 million…