Month: September 2024
‘It’s a crying shame:’ Harris pans ‘harmful’ attacks on Haitian migrants in NABJ interview
Doug Mills/The New York Times/Bloomberg via Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — Vice President Kamala Harris forcibly panned the recent “harmful” attacks on Springfield, Ohio’s Haitian migrants during a National Association of Black Journalists panel in Philadelphia [Read More…]
Nine dead, thousands injured after pagers explode across Lebanon: Health officials
KeithBinns/Getty Images (LONDON) — At least nine people are dead and over 2,750 people were injured after pager devices owned by a large number of workers in various Hezbollah units and institutions exploded on Tuesday, [Read More…]
Certified Ag Dealers and Fox Factory Vehicles launch first ever AGwagon
Certified Ag Dealership has launched the first purpose-built truck for farmers and ranchers. CEO Pat Driscoll says it was designed by farmers with their needs in mind. “One of the very first things that our [Read More…]
Pioneer field agronomist concerned about effects of drought
Agronomists are concerned about the long term impacts of Ohio’s statewide drought. Pioneer field agronomist Troy Putnam says drought conditions have expanded. “I think it’s interesting to watch some of the the numbers start to [Read More…]
Long term effects to Ohio’s soil and water amid drought
There are concerns about the long-term impacts of this year’s drought. The severe drought conditions plaguing much of Ohio will cause challenges well beyond this growing season. Jeff Duling is the president of the Ohio [Read More…]
RFA seeks update on EPA feedstock audits
The Renewable Fuels Association has asked the EPA for an update on its investigation into imported biofuel feedstocks. President and CEO Geoff Cooper tells Brownfield the U.S. imports more than six billion pounds of supposedly-used [Read More…]
Grassley talks Senate Ag Committee temporary relief plan
Senate Ag Committee chair Debbie Stabenow is reportedly considering temporary relief for farmers in absence of a new farm bill. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says that would be a step in the right direction. “It’s [Read More…]
First Community Access Resource Expo highlights services available in Mitchell
Numerous businesses, non-profit and community service organizations gathered at the Corn Palace for the first-ever Community Access Resources Expo. The event highlighted services available in the Mitchell community. Geri Beck represented Mitchell Area Housing Incorporated. [Read More…]
South Dakota GOP Executive Director Cited for Disorderly Conduct at Republican National Convention
Reggie Rhoden, executive director of the South Dakota Republican Party and son of Lt. Gov. Larry Rhoden, faces a municipal citation for disorderly conduct after allegedly throwing a phone at the Republican National Convention. The [Read More…]
South Dakota Secretary of State Releases Ballot Question Pamphlet for 2024 Election
The South Dakota Secretary of State’s Office has published an official Ballot Question Pamphlet ahead of the November 5, 2024, election. The pamphlet provides pro and con details for the seven ballot measures, along with [Read More…]
Former Sioux Falls Therapist Sentenced to Prison for Sexual Assault of Patient
The crimes occurred between September 2022 and March 2023, and were reported in April 2023. Conrad admitted to having an illegal sexual relationship with a patient, exploiting her emotional vulnerability. The judge heard testimony from [Read More…]
Salem Launches Colonial Estates Housing Project to Boost Growth and Attract New Residents
Salem, South Dakota, is set to expand with the development of Colonial Estates, a new housing project aimed at addressing the town’s housing shortage. The project will feature 18 new single-family and multi-family homes, replacing [Read More…]
California Man Indicted In Internet Scam in Lawrence County
PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that a California man has been indicted in an internet scam involving a Lawrence County couple. “This case involved the alleged theft of at least $325,000,” [Read More…]
35 church leaders endorse South Dakota abortion-rights ballot measure
South Dakota Searchlight – A coalition of Christian clergy members announced support Tuesday for a ballot measure that would establish the right to an abortion in the South Dakota constitution. The 35 faith leaders are from five Christian [Read More…]
U.S.S. Pierre crew members visit the vessel’s namesake
Sailors that will be stationed aboard a United States Navy ship named after South Dakota’s capital city are visiting their ship’s namesake this week. During the visit, Sailors assigned to the USS Pierre will have [Read More…]
Turning dirt at Ridgeview on Foster
It’s been five years in the planning, including a generous land donation, public meetings and adjustments. And now dirt is turning at the Ridgeview on Foster workforce housing project. Mitchell Area Housing, Inc president Terry [Read More…]
Attorney General Jackley Announces DNA Discovery In 2022 South Dakota Rape Case
PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that the South Dakota Forensic Lab has identified a DNA sample that was collected from an attempted rape in 2022 that occurred in South Dakota, [Read More…]
New Build Dakota Scholarship Program Aims to Boost Child Care Workforce
The Build Dakota Scholarship has introduced a new opportunity for students pursuing careers in early childhood education. This initiative provides full financial support to both traditional and nontraditional students, covering tuition, textbooks, and technology costs. [Read More…]
Days after Justice Department boosts resources for tribe, Noem calls for more
Joshua Haiar, South Dakota Searchlight Three days after the U.S. Department of Justice announced a plan to help a Native American tribe in South Dakota reduce domestic violence, Republican Governor Kristi Noem called on the [Read More…]
‘Baby Reindeer’ creator Richard Gadd reportedly snags Netflix deal
Disney/Scott Kirkland Having three Emmys on his mantel wasn’t the end of the good news for Baby Reindeer creator Richard Gadd. The creator, writer and star of the Netflix series — which took home six Emmys Sunday [Read More…]
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