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SD Congressman Dusty Johnson Backs Compromise Stimulus Plan

South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson has joined a bi-partisan group to find a compromise on an economic stimulus plan.

Learning to Live with COVID-19

All of the “Directed Health Measures” imposed across Nebraska have now expired. Those closed some businesses and public agencies and limited gatherings.

State of SD Agrees to Sell MRC Rail Line

The South Dakota State Railroad Board voted to accept a proposal from WATCO Companies to buy the MRC rail line from Mitchell west.

SD Legislative Committee Hears About Schools Covid Costs

The Interim Joint Education Committee of the South Dakota Legislature heard some of the issues schools are facing due to the coronavirus pandemic.

CPA Criticizes WTO Decision On U.S. Section 301 Tariffs

The Coalition for a Prosperous America is condemning the ruling issued this week by the World Trade Organization against U.S.…

Meat Export Federation Leader Says More Pork Business Possible In China

Germany has reported its first case of African Swine Fever in a wild boar. Following that, China, Japan and South…

Hurricane Sally Path Left New Orleans Ports Largely Undamaged

Transportation officials says the track that Hurricane Sally took this week did little damage to ports on the Lower Mississippi…

Nebraska Groups Ask EPA For Quick Re-Registration On Dicamba

Half a dozen Nebraska agriculture groups led by the State Corn Grower’s Association are asking the EPA to quickly re-register…

Yankton City Commission Approves Utility Rate Hikes

The Yankton City Commission this week approved rate increases for solid waste, water and wastewater.

Yankton School Board Continues Isolation Rules

The Yankton School Board this week voted to continue with their quarantine policies.

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

4 days ago in Local

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…