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April 9, 2021

Drought condition lingers in central part of the state

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Drought conditions will so force the hand of some producers when it comes to 2021 decision making for crops.  Andrew White is an agronomist with C-H-S Midwest Cooperatives in Pierre.  He says farmers are looking at their options. White says if things stay dry until June it will be a cause of concern… Read more »

April 9, 2021

Enplanements increase at Pierre Regional Airport

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Enplanements at Pierre Regional Airport continue on an upward trajectory.  Airport Liaison to the Pierre City Commission Jamie Huizenga released the March boarding numbers at the Pierre City Commission meeting this week… Mayor Steve Harding is seeing the increased travel first hand… The 784 enplanements are up 217 passengers from February and up… Read more »

April 9, 2021

Senator Thune provides update on running for Senate in 2022

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Some national political publications have speculated that South Dakota Senator John Thune may not run for reelection next year. Thune says he is doing the necessary preparation for another run. Thune says he doesn’t want to get into campaign mode too quickly. Thune says it may be difficult for republicans to regain control… Read more »

April 9, 2021

Federal Reserve to not raise interest rate to help keep the economy growing

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The Federal Reserve Board, at their last meeting, decided to keep long term interest rates low, possibly into next year to help keep the economy growing. Karl Adam, President of the South Dakota Bankers Association, says his members are watching those moves closely. Adam says stable interest rates help businesses and ag producers.… Read more »

April 8, 2021

Governor Noem names Aaron Scheibe as Chief of Staff

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Today, Governor Kristi Noem announced that she will name Aaron Scheibe as her chief of staff. “Aaron Scheibe is a dedicated public servant with years of experience in state government,” said Governor Noem. “Aaron has a deep love for our state, and I appreciate his willingness to serve in this important… Read more »