The regional economy just got a boost, according to Creighton University’s latest Rural Mainstreet Index, which hit its highest level in two years—an unexpected positive sign. Despite low grain prices and concerns from community bankers that many farm operations may face losses in 2025, economist Dr. Ernie Goss points to continued strength in farm loan repayment rates and low delinquency levels, signaling cautious optimism in the rural Midwest economy.
A sweeping federal bill sets aside $40 million to create a National Garden of American Heroes, and South Dakota leaders are pushing to bring it near Mount Rushmore. The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” narrowly passed the House by one vote and includes plans to honor America’s 250th birthday with 250 statues of historic American figures.
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) today sent a letter to U.S. Secretary […]
The Salem City Council is once again weighing the possibility of allowing backyard chickens. A resident presented a proposal at this week’s meeting outlining strict rules—permits, a six-hen cap, no roosters, and neighbor approval.
EAGAN, MN (MITCHELLNOW) – IDEAg Group LLC., producers of Dakotafest, seeks nominations for the sixth-annual […]
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The South Dakota Drought Monitor, updated weekly, shows parts of 14 counties […]
Recent steady rainfall has boosted river levels across South Dakota, with the Big Sioux River in Sioux Falls rising about a foot since last month. Many rivers and streams statewide have returned to normal or above-normal flows.
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) – Secretary of State Monae L. Johnson is excited to announce the […]
Opponents of the proposed carbon capture pipeline in Lake County, South Dakota, are weighing their next steps after the County Commission rejected petitions for a public vote on pipeline-related ordinances.
South Dakota now leads the nation in industrial hemp processing and fiber production, with significant growth reported in 2024. According to the USDA, farmers planted 3,900 acres and harvested 13.6 million pounds of hemp, primarily for fiber use.