Month: August 2026
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
France homers, drives in 3 runs as Padres beat Twins 6-2
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Ty France homered and drove in three runs and Randy Vásquez and two relievers combined on a two-hitter as the San Diego Padres beat the Minnesota Twins 6-2 Friday night in [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
T-wolves, Lynx co-owner Lore agrees to sell his controlling stake at a $4.5B value
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx co-owner Marc Lore has agreed to sell his controlling stake in the franchises to limited partner Marc Stad at a $4.5 billion value barely a year after his purchase [Read More…]
ABC Health News
At least 55 sickened in salmonella, E. coli outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts
A sign for the Food And Drug Administration is seen outside of the headquarters on July 20, 2020 in White Oak, Maryland. (Photo by Sarah Silbiger/Getty Images) (NEW YORK) — At least 55 people have [Read More…]
ABC Business News
Trump’s proposed tariffs on Canada hurtle toward deadline amid trade talks
Donald Trump speaks with guests during an event announcing the expansion of a foster care initiative in the Rose Garden of the White House on August 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. Finn Gomez/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) [Read More…]
ABC Entertainment News
Meghan Markle to return to acting with move back to UK: Report
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, visits Batyr, a mental health engagement programme, at Swinburne University of Technology in Hawthorn on day three of the royal trip with Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex on April 16, 2026m [Read More…]
ABC Entertainment News
Noah Wyle stars in ‘The Pitt’ season 3 teaser trailer
Noah Wyle as Dr. Robby in season 3 of ‘The Pitt.’ (Warrick Page/HBO Max) It’s almost time to clock in for another shift at The Pitt. HBO Max has released the teaser trailer for season [Read More…]
Ag News
Soybeans, corn up on yield questions, export sales
Soybeans were higher on short covering and technical buying, finishing the week with strong gains. Beans had an up and down end to the week while watching late development weather. A major private crop tour [Read More…]
Ag News
Rural leaders to explore solutions to childcare, housing, and healthcare challenges
A specialist sees several challenges facing rural communities. Leah Thiele is director of rural capital solutions with Compeer Financial and says she focuses on business and entrepreneurship. “We’ve actually been doing a lot of research [Read More…]
ABC National News
Lindsay Clancy’s defense rests case after psychiatrist testimony
Lindsay Clancy listens to testimony at Plymouth Superior Court on August 18, 2026. (Photo by Jonathan Wiggs/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) (BOSTON) — Lindsay Clancy’s defense attorney rested their case on Friday after calling [Read More…]
Ag News
Butter rallies as CME cash dairy trade ends week mixed
Cash dairy prices were mixed Friday to end the week at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Dry whey was unchanged at $0.7025. No sales were reported. Forty-pound cheese blocks were down $0.0050 to $1.5275. No sales were reported. [Read More…]
Ag News
Trump administration opens door to more beef imports, cattle groups disappointed
President Trump has announced a deal that he says will lower beef prices for American consumers. According to his post on Truth Social, for the next 90 days, the U.S. will allow up to 300,000 [Read More…]
Ag News
K-State cuts ribbon on first of its kind research, innovation center
The president of Kansas State University says its new innovation and research center will be a game changer for the future of the ag industry. Richard Linton says the L. Eldon Gideon Agronomy Research and [Read More…]
Ag News
Specialty crop producers encouraged to build strong FSA relationship
The organic grain mentorship coordinator with The Land Connection says the struggling economy is taking its toll on many specialty growers. Katie Bishop says it’s important that producers, no matter their size, form a relationship [Read More…]
Latest News
The new school year for Mitchell public schools is off to a good start
The 2026-2027 school year for Mitchell public schools is off and running. “Kicked off the first day with our after-school program as well,” said Superintendent Joe Childs. “So we’ve been pretty excited about that. I’ve [Read More…]
Latest News
Parker man sentenced to more than two years in federal prison
A 39 year old man from Parker is sitting in a federal prison following a sentencing hearing earlier this week. The U-S Attorney’s Office is reporting Michael Sherard was sentenced to 27 months in federal [Read More…]
Ag News
Dairy group sees potential gains from new Canada trade deal
The President and CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation says a potential trade agreement with Canda could improve market access for the industry. Gregg Doud says the Trump administration intended to impose a [Read More…]
Ag News
New Ohio State, Emergent research program aims to deliver better agronomic insights for farmers
A new partnership between Ohio State University and ag tech company Emergent is using artificial intelligence to help improve crop production practices. Scott Shearer, professor of agricultural and biological engineering at Ohio State, says RipLINK [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
Friday Sports: August 21, 2026
FRIDAY SPORTS, AUGUST 21, 2026 MITCHELL KERNELS — Mitchell girls soccer hosts Spearfish on Friday at 4 p.m. The Kernels opened the season last week with a 9-0 win over Huron. — Mitchell boys soccer [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
KORN Country 92.1 and Q107.3 Announce 2026 High School Football Broadcast Schedule
MITCHELL, S.D. — KORN Country 92.1 and Q107.3 is ready for another season of comprehensive high school football coverage across the Mitchell area, featuring live play-by-play from Shaun Michaels and Clint Greenway. With a schedule [Read More…]
Ag News
How farmers can protect profitability heading into harvest
Profit margins remain tight heading into harvest, but Ben Brown with University of Missouri Extension says there are still opportunities for farmers to make the 2026 crop profitable. With yields variable, he says producers should [Read More…]