Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts OK with Wearing Face Masks but No Mandate

Officials at the University of Nebraska Medical Center have recommended wearing face masks to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Stimulus Talks Staggering

Marathon meetings at the US Capitol have made little progress in writing the next economic stimulus plan.

ASI Executive Director Says Lamb Processing Plant Bankruptcy Caused By Pandemic

The shuttering of a lamb processing plant in Greeley, Colorado that serves sheep producers in 15 states including South Dakota…

The Need for Broadband Speed

With kids out of school and many parents working from home due to the pandemic, the need for broadband internet is critical.

South Dakota Beekeeper Says Bill To Ban Neonicotinoids Appears Positive

A New Mexico Senator and Colorado Representative have introduced bills in the Senate and House that would ban neonicotinoids, organophosphate…

RMA Extends Crop Insurance Premium Payment Deadline To December 1

The Risk Management Agency of USDA has extended the deadline for premium and administrative fee payments on crop insurance. Yankton…

LSP Official Says Telehealth Executive Order Offers Some Help

This week President Donald Trump signed an executive order that his administration says will provide millions of citizens with health…

Follow Through on Police Reform

Following the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis Police, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem said she was interested in talking about police reform.

Congress Funding Fast Track Coronavirus Vaccine Development

Congress has dedicated funds to find a coronavirus vaccine.

Farm Fest Virtual 2020 Features Senate Debate

The Farmfest Virtual 2020 online educational forums kicked off yesterday with a Minnesota Senate candidate debate between Incumbent Democrat Senator…