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Cheapest diesel in cities across Brown County in week ending Aug. 23
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Brown County selling...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Marshall County in week ending Aug. 23?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Marshall County...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Bon Homme County in week ending Aug. 23?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There were two gas stations in cities across Bon Homme County selling...

1 gas station in cities throughout Brookings County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 23
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Brookings County selling...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within McCook County in week ending Aug. 23?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across McCook County selling...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Moody County in week ending Aug. 23?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Moody County selling...

Cheapest premium gas in cities across McCook County in week ending Aug. 23
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across McCook County selling...

AVCA Brings High-Level Volleyball, Energy at First Serve Showcase
Sitting at a picnic table in the middle of the Railyard across from Pinnacle Bank Arena, AVCA CEO Dr. Jaime Gordon was relaxing with some of his coworkers and partners. The area had largely cleared out following the last match of the AVCA First...
South Dakota Legislature has no clear direction on property tax changes, expert says
MITCHELL — The South Dakota tax system isn’t broken, but it’s not perfect, either. At least, that’s the message that South Dakota tax experts wanted to convey at a panel dedicated to property taxes at Dakotafest on Aug. 19. The past five years...

Statewide survey explores SD's relationship with water; Deadline to complete survey is Aug. 31
For the past two years, South Dakota State University Extension has gathered input through an online survey where state residents can describe water concerns within their communities in order to better inform management strategies at the local...

32 Attorneys General Tell Congress to Pass SAFER Banking for Cannabis
The top law officers from both blue and red states are calling on congressional leaders in the U.S. House and Senate to take up legislation to provide a safe harbor to financial institutions wishing to service the cannabis industry. The bipartisan...

Ways to Save Money at the South Dakota State Fair
The South Dakota State Fair offers several simple ways to save money during the fair. Save time and money at the admission gates by purchasing daily gate admission in advance! All daily gate admission purchased on or before Wednesday, Aug. 27 will...

The complete schedule for the 2025 South Dakota State Fair
EDITOR'S NOTE: This information is compiled from the South Dakota State Fair's website, www.sdstatefair.com. Tuesday, August 26 12:30-4 p.m.: State 4-H Leaders Assoc. 4-H Bake Sale, Nordby Exhibit Hall - Lobby 7 p.m.: OC Sheep - Fleece Show and...

The youth-led climate litigation movement keeps growing
On August 9 and 10, a massive storm over southeastern Wisconsin dropped up to 13 inches of rain in just a few hours, sending floodwater gushing downriver and destroying more than 1,800 homes in Milwaukee. The disaster was the second-worst two-day...

South Dakota State Fair announces daily themes and activities for 2025 event
Hunter Roberts, Secretary | South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural ResourcesHunter Roberts, Secretary | South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources The South Dakota State Fair, supported by daily sponsors, will feature...

South Dakota State Fair offers discounts and events for veterans and families
Hunter Roberts, Secretary | South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural ResourcesHunter Roberts, Secretary | South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources The South Dakota State Fair is offering several opportunities for...

South Dakota delegation stresses importance of new markets, value-added products
Early on in a packed forum on ag policy, South Dakota’s congressional delegation acknowledged the stark reality producers face this year. “Commodity prices are in the tank, and input costs are at an all-time high,” Sen John Thune said, speaking at...

South Dakota Delegation Talks Trade, Farm Bill, and Ag Labor at Dakotafest
Although U.S. Agriculture Secretary Rollins was grounded by weather and missed the event, South Dakota’s congressional delegation—Sen. John Thune, Sen. Mike Rounds, and Rep. Dusty Johnson—addressed a packed house at Dakotafest in Mitchell,...

Sioux Falls '4 Under 40' award winners named
Four young professionals have been named as the recipients of a "4 Under 40" award from the Young Professionals Network (YPN) of the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce. The award is given to young professionals younger than 40 who are...

South Dakota-based Black Hills Corp. Plans to Buy NorthWestern Energy
South Dakota-based Black Hills Corp. is buying Northwestern Energy. The two utilities announced their all-stock transaction on Tuesday. Black Hills shareholders will have a 56% majority in the new company, which will be headquartered in Rapid...