Month: February 2026
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South Dakota High School Basketball Media Poll – February 23, 2026
The South Dakota Prep Media Basketball Poll for the week of Feb. 23 is listed below, ranking the top-five teams in Class AA, top-10 teams in Class A and Class B, the team’s record, points [Read More…]
ABC World News
‘Greater calm’ after violence erupted over killing of drug lord ‘El Mencho,’ Mexico’s president says
A view of the site where Mexican Army troops killed Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as ‘El Mencho,’ leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion (Jalisco New Generation), during a federal operation in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico [Read More…]
ABC Politics News
How to watch Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address and what to know
President Donald J. Trump addresses a joint session of Congress as Vice President JD Vance and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson listen in the Capitol building’s House chamber, March 4, 2025. (Jabin Botsford/The Washington [Read More…]
ABC Entertainment News
Meet the men competing for Taylor Frankie Paul’s heart on ‘The Bachelorette’
Taylor Frankie Paul stars as the lead of ‘The Bachelorette’ season 22. (Disney/Michael Kirchoff) Taylor Frankie Paul has opened the book of more men. ABC has announced the 22 contestants who will compete for The [Read More…]
ABC Entertainment News
Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in stabbing deaths of parents Rob Reiner, Michele Reiner
Nick Reiner appears with Deputy Public Defender Kimberly Greene during his arraignment in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Feb. 23, 2026, in Los Angeles, California. Reiner is facing two counts of first-degree murder for [Read More…]
Ag News
Eastern Arkansas faces sharp decline in rice plantings
An ag lender says low prices will likely cause fewer planted rice acres in eastern Arkansas this spring; a concern for the largest rice producing state in the country. Greg Cole with AgHeritage Farm Credit [Read More…]
Ag News
POET founder urges Congress to move E15 legislation to Trump’s desk
The founder and CEO of POET says he’s disappointed that nationwide, year-round E15 continues to face roadblocks. “We have been working on that for literally over a decade,” Jeff Broin told Brownfield. “I cannot believe [Read More…]
Ag News
USDA reports good start to egg production in 2026
U.S. egg production started 2026 on a solid note. The USDA says 9.196 billion eggs were produced during January, up 2% on the year, with the average number of layers and average production per layer [Read More…]
Ag News
Some Wisconsin ag bills forwarded to the Governor, others need Senate action
Several Wisconsin ag policy bills moved forward as the State Assembly wrapped up its session Friday. Bills that have already cleared the Senate and now head to Governor Tony Evers for signature or veto include: [Read More…]
Ag News
Vermeer announces new Iowa facility to meet growing equipment demand
The leader of a Pella, Iowa-based equipment manufacturer says continued innovation and rising demand are fueling new manufacturing investments. Vermeer Corporation president and CEO Jason Andringa tells Brownfield the company has unveiled plans to build [Read More…]
ABC World News
Peter Mandelson arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office amid Epstein files fallout
Lord Peter Mandelson leaving his home in Wiltshire. Ben Birchall/PA Images via Getty Images (LONDON) — Lord Peter Mandelson has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, police said Monday. A spokesperson for [Read More…]
ABC National News
FBI Director Kash Patel joins Team USA hockey in locker room celebration after gold medal win
US Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Kash Patel looks on prior to the Men’s Gold Medal match between Canada and the United States on day 16 of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic games at [Read More…]
ABC National News
Judge permanently blocks release of final report on Trump classified documents probe
U.S. President Donald Trump answers questions during a press briefing held at the White House February 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — The federal judge who tossed then-special counsel Jack Smith’s classified [Read More…]
ABC Politics News
Trump continues to lash out at Supreme Court after tariff ruling
US President Donald Trump speaks during a press conference at the White House, Washington, D.C., US on February 20, 2026. Kyle Mazza/Anadolu via Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — President Donald Trump on Monday continued to lash [Read More…]
ABC Entertainment News
BBC apologizes after airing racial slurs in 2026 BAFTAs broadcast
John Davidson attends the 2026 EE BAFTA Film Awards at The Royal Festival Hall on Feb. 22, 2026, in London, England. (Dominic Lipinski/Getty Images) The BBC is apologizing to viewers for airing racial slurs heard [Read More…]
ABC Entertainment News
Harry Styles to host and perform on ‘Saturday Night Live’
Harry Styles appears on ‘Saturday Night Live’ on Nov. 16, 2019. (Will Heath/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images) Saturday Night Live is letting Harry Styles in. The “Aperture” singer will be the host and musical [Read More…]
ABC Entertainment News
‘Wednesday’ season 3 starts production, Winona Ryder joins cast
A photo of Winona Ryder. (Luca Dammicco/Warner Bros. Pictures) Winona Ryder is entering the world of Wednesday. The actress will join Netflix’s most popular English series in season 3, the streamer announced on Monday. This [Read More…]
Ag News
Industry consolidation spurred formation of Commodity Classic
One of the original co-chairs of the Commodity Classic says he’s impressed how it’s grown into one of agriculture’s premier events. Illinois farmer Kent Kleinschmidt was one of the two farmers that oversaw the organization [Read More…]
ABC World News
Protests resurging across Iranian universities as families mourn massacre victims
Mourners gather at Behesht Zahra Cemetery to honor protesters killed during anti-government demonstrations, on February 18, 2026 in Tehran, Iran. . (Photo by Contributor/Getty Images) (LONDON) — Iranian students from several universities across the country [Read More…]
Latest News
State Senator Paul Miskimins supports HB 1056
The Senate Appropriations advanced bill designed to prohibit the purchase of soft drinks using SNAP benefits. Senator Paul Miskimins from Mitchell said it was highly contested. “The governor’s office, the South Dakota retailers, South Dakota [Read More…]
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