Month: June 2026
Ag News
Placements drop 10% from last year
The USDA reported big drops in both placements and marketings in its latest Cattle on Feed report. University of Tennessee ag economist Charley Martinez says it’s a reflection of the current environment. “Placements during the month of May, were down a [Read More…]
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Searching for answers on unsolved gun crimes on the Pine Ridge Reservation
Federal and Tribal law enforcement agencies are teaming up in an effort to solve crimes involving guns on the Pine Ridge Reservation. The FBI, ATF, Oglala Sioux Tribe and U-S Attorney’s office are all part [Read More…]
ABC Sports News
Wyndham Clark has lowest opening round at Shinnecock Hills to lead US Open
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — Wyndham Clark had two good looks at history Friday morning and settled for the lowest opening round in a U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, a 6-under 64 that gave him a [Read More…]
ABC Sports News
MLB owners propose banning high school signings, adding an international draft
NEW YORK (AP) — Baseball owners proposed banning high school players from signing with major league teams, raising the age for international amateurs and slashing the money spent on signing bonuses in negotiations Thursday for [Read More…]
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Regional farm economy showing some improvement
Our regional farm economy is at its strongest level in nearly three years. Creighton University’s monthly Rural Mainstreet Index turned in a strong performance this month. Crop input expenses remain high…but CEO Gary Brandt of [Read More…]
ABC World News
Thousand-year-old ancient oak tree tied to ‘Robin Hood’ legend has died, wildlife charity says
Major Oak, RSPB Sherwood Forest Nature Reserve, Nottinghamshire, May 2026 (Ben Andrew/RSPB) (LONDON) — A giant, ancient oak tree located in the the Sherwood Forest — the iconic setting of the “Robin Hood” legend — [Read More…]
Ag News
More of an unseasonably cool, wet pattern ahead that dominates much of the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or below-normal temperatures east of the Rockies, except for hotter-than-normal weather across the Deep South. Heat will also dominate the western U.S. [Read More…]
Ag News
A brief lull before unseasonably active weather resumes on the Plains, across most of the Corn Belt
Across the Corn Belt, Wednesday’s thunderstorms produced localized wind and hail damage, mainly from eastern Iowa into southern Ohio. Early Thursday, cool, mostly dry weather prevails, although most Midwestern summer crops retain adequate to abundant [Read More…]
Ag News
Missouri dairy family finds success through cheese making
A dairy farmer in central Missouri says his family has used vertical integration and value-added processing to reduce exposure to volatile commodity milk markets, support multiple family members on the farm and create a more [Read More…]
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Q&A: Dusty Johnson analyzes his defeat and future, saying ‘I want to lead a life of consequence’
Joshua Haiar/South Dakota Searchlight Republican U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson said Thursday he does not know what’s next for him after his failed bid for South Dakota governor, and while he’s helping one of the remaining [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
Friday Sports: June 19, 2026
FRIDAY SPORTS, JUNE 19, 2026 PALACE CITY LEGION BASEBALL — Palace City Post 18 Legion baseball returns to action this weekend with three games against Rapid City Post 320, including a game Saturday at 7 [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
Groundbreaking Event Set for South Dakota State Soccer On-Campus Facility
BROOKINGS, S.D. – South Dakota State University Athletics officials have scheduled the groundbreaking ceremony for the future home of the South Dakota State women’s soccer program to take place on Tuesday, July 28, on the site [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
Twins have another crooked-number 1st inning to complete 3-game sweep at Texas with 9-3 win
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Brooks Lee hit a three-run homer as Minnesota scored multiple runs in the first inning for the third consecutive game, and the Twins went on to complete a series sweep of [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
Vikings eager to develop versatile rookie linebacker Jake Golday
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Jake Golday will likely spend most of his rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings on special teams while serving as the top backup to veteran inside linebackers Blake Cashman and Eric Wilson, a [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
Summit League expands partnerships with CBS Sports and Midco Sports
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The Summit League announced expansions of its media rights agreements with CBS Sports and Midco Sports Tuesday that will keep both partners at the center of distributing the conference’s national linear and [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
Plitzuweit gets a raise after guiding the rising Gophers to the Sweet 16
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota coach Dawn Plitzuweit has welcomed an infusion of new talent and agreed to a new contract. After guiding the Gophers last season to the Sweet 16, their first such appearance in 21 [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
Willis named Summit League Outdoor Field Athlete of the Year
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Anna Willis wrapped up a historic sophomore season at South Dakota with a third-place finish at the NCAA Championships last week and has been named the Summit League Women’s Outdoor Field Athlete of [Read More…]
Latest News
Real estate, car dealerships, bitcoin and a TIF: A look into Toby Doeden’s empire
Molly Wetsch/South Dakota News Watch ABERDEEN, S.D. – Businessman Toby Doeden, whose campaign for governor has hinged largely on the elimination of all property taxes for South Dakotans, has links to real estate investment companies that [Read More…]
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‘They just won’t listen:’ Rural South Dakota nears postal breaking point
Molly Wetsch/South Dakota News Watch PHILIP, S.D. – At Petersen’s Variety store, there are no less than three signs in the window advertising that residents of Philip can ship, pick up and drop off packages [Read More…]
ABC Politics News
VP Vance says Iran will only financially benefit if they ‘change their behavior,’ but MOU indicates otherwise
Vice President J.D. Vance takes a question from a reporter during a news conference in the Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House on June 18, 2026, in Washington, DC. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images) (WASHINGTON) [Read More…]
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