WASHINGTON, D.C.(KELO)- State investment managers should be free to pull investments from foreign adversaries. That’s the gist of a bill introduced by Congressman Dusty Johnson, and supported by Governor Kristi Noem. Investment managers are required by federal law to invest for the best returns. Johnson says that makes sense, except in cases where the investments… Read more »
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Mid-America index lowest in years
OMAHA, N.E.(KELO)- There’s a flashing light ahead on the regional economy…and it says recession. That’s the latest reading from Creighton University’s Mid-America Manufacturing Index. Creighton Economist Ernie Goss says it’s been a few years since we’ve seen readings like this. Goss expects the lower performance in manufacturing will spill over into the rest of the… Read more »
South Dakota Volunteer Fire Departments receive $5 Million in Grant Funding
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – 251 South Dakota volunteer fire departments from across the state have been awarded grants totaling $5 million in funding for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Earlier this year, the South Dakota Legislature passed and Governor Noem signed HB1127 appropriating state general funds to the Department of Public Safety creating the grant program… Read more »
Update on search in Beadle County
HURON, S.D. (KELOLAND) — Law enforcement has left an area along the James River northeast of Huron. A neighbor who lives nearby tells KELOLAND News the team of searchers is gone, and the road leading up to the area appears to be back open. At this time Wednesday, crews were using boats and had set… Read more »
Chad Madsen named Parademic of the Year by South Dakota Emergency Medical Services Association
WEBSTER, S.D.(KXLG)- Chad Madsen, Director of the Day County Ambulance Service in Webster, has been named the Paramedic of the Year by the South Dakota Emergency Medical Services Association. His excellence in patient care, advocacy, professionalism, and continuous commitment to professional education earned him the honor. The association said that his dedication to patients and… Read more »
Pierre politicos form coalition to find middle ground on carbon pipelines
PIERRE, S.D.(The Dakota Scout)- Two seasoned South Dakota politicos on the opposite sides of the carbon dioxide pipeline debate are joining forces to attempt to find a path forward for an ethanol industry need. Jason Glodt and Rob Skjonsberg, both of Pierre, announced Nov. 30 the formation of the South Dakota Ag Alliance, a nonprofit organization… Read more »
Brown County volunteer recognized by the South Dakota Farmers Union
HURON, S.D.(Press Release)- Educating youth is something Margaret Sumption has been passionate about most of her life. “I have always enjoyed kids, and as a teacher I found that they are generally happy and certainly every day is different,” Sumption explains. Sumption was recognized by South Dakota Farmers Union for her service to rural youth… Read more »
Governor Noem endorse bill introduced by Congressman Johnson dealing with China
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Thursday, Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD) introduced legislation to allow states to prohibit state funds from bankrolling the threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP); Governor Kristi Noem endorsed the legislation. “I am grateful that Congressman Johnson sees the national security threat that China poses,” said Governor Kristi Noem. “Protecting… Read more »
South Dakota Farmer’s Union convention taking place Friday & Saturday
HURON, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -The South Dakota Farmer’s Union is having its 108th annual convention on November 30th and December 1st at the Crossroads Hotel and Huron Event Center in Huron. The event was cancelled last year due to weather but this year they are expecting over 200 South Dakota farmers and ranchers to attend… Read more »
Chickens coming to the Pierre city limits?
PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Is the topic of urban chickens about to start clucking again in the Capital City? The idea was brought forward Tuesday night by Paul Giovanetti during the public comment period of this week’s Pierre City Commission meeting. Giovanetti says those ordinances in other cities did not permit roosters. He says a handful of… Read more »