Local News
Two District 18 Legislators Discuss Reasoning for Voting No on Budget
Two of District 18's politicians at the state level voted no on the budget during this year's legislative session. Senator Lauren Nelson says she had a difficult time approving a budget with increased spending in Pierre while people are struggling. Lawmakers did approve a $7.5 billion budget, which was up about $172 mi...
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Rock-a-Thon Raises Over $83,000
The Center raised over $83,000 during this year's Rock-a-Thon fundraiser. Center Director Kris Thury, says their goal was $50,000. Thury says they had 49 rockers this year.
Mar 18, 2026
Yankton County Enforces Permanent Burn Ban
Yankton County has entered a permanent burn ban until further notice. Yankton County Emergency Management Director Paul Scherschligt, says despite the county receiving snowfall this week, it wasn't enough moisture to avoid the ban. Scherschligt says the ban will remain in place until the county receives a significant a...
Mar 18, 2026
Local Sports
Local Sports - Friday, March 20, 2026
Mount Marty Softball went 1-1 yesterday in their GPAC doubleheader against the College of Saint Mary. The Lancers dropped game one 8-6. Sara Ocegueda-Aguilar led the Lancers, going 3 for 4 at the plate with a pair of RBIs. Kalli Boom and Lily Bolin each had two runs scored. Game two saw the Lancers defeat the Flames 9-...
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Local Sports - Thursday, March 19, 2026
Mount Marty Softball has rescheduled yesterday's doubleheader against the College of Saint Mary to this afternoon at Sertoma Park. The Lancers enter their conference slate with a 7-11 overall record. First pitch of game one from Sertoma Park is scheduled for 3:00 PM this afternoon. Mount Marty Baseball will host the Wa...
Mar 19, 2026
Local Sports - Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Yankton Track and Field claimed four event victories in their first competition of the season yesterday at the Ruth Donahoe First Dakota Fieldhouse. Quinn Brinkman claimed a pair of wins for the Gazelles, taking first in the long jump at 17-2 ¼, and setting a new facility record for high school competition, clea...
Mar 18, 2026
National Headlines
Tension Rises in the Gulf as Major Iranian Gas Site Sustains Damage
A strike on Iran's South Pars gas field has added a new layer of risk to the conflict in the Middle East, with early reports describing it as a rare h...
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Inquiry Into Joe Kent Follows High-Profile Resignation Over Iran War Policy
Joe Kent, the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center, is under FBI investigation over questions about whether classified information ...
Mar 19, 2026
King Charles' Planned US Visit Comes Under Increased Pressure Amid Iran Tensions
Buckingham Palace is still expected to move ahead with King Charles' planned visit to the United States, but the trip is now under heavier political p...
Mar 18, 2026
National Sports
Stars take on the Wild after shootout victory
The Dallas Stars visit the Minnesota Wild after the Stars knocked off the Colorado Avalanche 2-1 in a shootout
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Virginia takes on Wright State in opening round of NCAA Tournament
The No. 9 Virginia Cavaliers take on the Wright State Raiders in the first round of the NCAA Tournament
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Arizona Wildcats face Long Island Sharks in first round of NCAA Tournament
The No. 2 Arizona Wildcats square off against the Long Island Sharks in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament
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Music News
Iconic Concert Moments Auctioned to Support Teenage Cancer Trust this Spring
Teenage Cancer Trust has unveiled Good Energy, a new photography exhibition and print series at London's Royal Albert Hall, built around the shared en...
Mar 19, 2026
Rod Stewart Extends Las Vegas Residency With Six New August Dates
Rod Stewart is extending his stay in Las Vegas with a fresh set of performances. The singer has confirmed six additional shows for his ongoing residen...
Mar 17, 2026
Lionel Richie Marks 40 Years Since Oscar Win by Presenting Best Original Song
Lionel Richie had a full-circle moment at the 2026 Academy Awards on Sunday, March 15, when he was chosen to present the Oscar for Best Original Song,...
Mar 17, 2026
















