Year: 2026
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
SDSU Women’s Soccer Begins Season at Home vs. Manitoba
Matches 1 & 2: South Dakota State vs. Manitoba / MSU Moorhead Dates Thursday, Aug. 13, 7 PM CT / Sunday, Aug. 16, 1 PM CT Location Brookings, South Dakota (Fishback Soccer Park) Stream Summit League [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
Dakota Wesleyan Volleyball Begins 2026 Campaign Ranked 16th in NAIA Preseason Top 25
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The NAIA announces the preseason women’s volleyball top 25 poll, with the Tigers checking in at 16th. Dakota Wesleyan’s ranking is reflective of their current roster construction and strong end to the [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
DWU Football Ranked 9th in 2026 GPAC Preseason Coaches Poll
SIOUX CITY, Iowa — Dakota Wesleyan Football opens the season ranked ninth in the Great Plains Athletic Conference as announced by the conference office in the 2026 preseason coaches poll. The Tigers come in ninth place [Read More…]
ABC Entertainment News
‘Adults’ season 2 gets official trailer
Lucy Freyer as Billie, Owen Thiele as Anton, Amita Rao as Issa, Jack Innanen as Paul Baker, Malik Elassal as Samir in ‘Adults’ season 2. (Michael Gibson/FX) The official trailer for Adults season 2 has [Read More…]
Ag News
Missouri cattle producer questions MDA beef and dairy grant selection process
A southern Missouri cattle producer is raising questions about the Missouri Department of Agriculture’s grant selection process after reviewing a list of recipients. In a Conservatives for Rural Missouri Facebook post, George Sholtz said roughly a third [Read More…]
Local, Regional and National Sport stories
Roden hits a go-ahead double as the Twins rally to beat the Orioles 7-5
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Alan Roden hit a go-ahead double, seven Minnesota players drove in a run and the Twins rallied from an early deficit to beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-5 on Wednesday and win their [Read More…]
Ag News
Drought, heat threaten grain production around the world
Weather challenges across the world are bringing global grain supplies into question. EarthDaily global crop intelligence lead Nick Ohrtman says Europe has struggled with drought. “The European crop has been, it’s more or less toward [Read More…]
Ag News
Jill Makovec Named Inaugural “Rooted in Gratitude” Honoree for Contributions to Wisconsin Agriculture
The Food + Farm Exploration Center has named Jill Makovec of Dane and Grant/Iowa counties an inaugural Rooted in Gratitude Community Catalyst Honoree, recognizing her leadership, communication and service on behalf of Wisconsin agriculture and [Read More…]
Latest News
City technology update from Mayor Jordan Hanson
The City of Mitchell recently experienced some issues with a limited portion of its network. We are happy to report that, due to the quick response of our employees and the team of experts, we [Read More…]
ABC National News
Nick Reiner indicted on charges alleging he murdered parents Rob and Michele Reiner
Nick Reiner appears during his arraignment in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Feb. 23, 2026, in Los Angeles. (Chris Torres/Pool/Getty Images) (NEW YORK) — Nick Reiner has been indicted on charges alleging he murdered his [Read More…]
ABC National News
Blanche, newly confirmed as AG, says ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ still dead
U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche speaks during a news conference on Aug. 12, 2026, in Washington, D.C. (Alex Wong/Getty Images) (WASHINGTON) — In his first news conference since his narrow confirmation as attorney general, Todd [Read More…]
ABC Politics News
Trump announces White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt stepping down
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt looks on as U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters after stepping off Air Force One on Aug. 11, 2026, in Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) (WASHINGTON) [Read More…]
ABC Entertainment News
Nick Reiner indicted on charges alleging he murdered 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. (Chris Torres/Pool/Getty Images) Nick Reiner has been indicted on charges [Read More…]
Ag News
Michigan State Extension helps farmers test for PFAS and manage risks
An Extension educator says proactive testing is helping farmers better understand their risk of PFAS exposure. Michigan State University Extension’s Faith Cullins Nobis tells Brownfield, “Right now we don’t have any food safety regulations or [Read More…]
Ag News
Sutter: U.S. soybean export sales strong ahead of fall harvest
The CEO of the U.S. Soybean Export Council says export demand for U.S. soybeans looks strong ahead of fall harvest. Jim Sutter says U.S. soybean export sales at this point in the marketing year are [Read More…]
Ag News
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: August 12, 2026
Sep. corn $4.57, up 20 and 1/4 centsSep. soybeans $11.64 and 3/4, up 17 and 1/4 centsSep. soybean meal $308.50, up $3.50Sep. soybean oil 69.16, up 59 pointsSep. Chicago wheat $6.52 and 3/4, up 22 [Read More…]
Ag News
Lillibridge eager to serve on Iowa Corn Promotion Board
An eastern Iowa farmer says he’s looking forward to representing corn growers on the Iowa Corn Promotion Board after being elected to the position. Lance Lillibridge of Vinton says the board helps oversee the investment [Read More…]
Ag News
USDA beef, pork estimates dip on slower slaughter rates
The USDA has lowered its expectations for 2026 red meat production, while increasing projections for poultry. Beef production is now estimated at 24.967 billion pounds, down 321 million from July on a slower second half [Read More…]
Latest News
New Minnesota law expands feeding power of eggs
Visitor numbers at Minnesota hunger relief sites are keeping a record-breaking pace, and a new state law provides flexibility when accessing a key source of nutrition. Starting this month, food shelves across the state can [Read More…]
ABC National News
Inflation eases slightly: How price increases break down
A person pumps gas at a Chevron gas station on Aug. 7, 2026, in Austin, Texas. (Brandon Bell/Getty Images) (NEW YORK) — Inflation eased slightly in July but price increases stayed above the pace recorded [Read More…]