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U.S. Senators John Thune (R-S.D.) and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) have spearheaded a bipartisan initiative urging President Trump to authorize the year-round sale of E15 fuel throughout the summer of 2025.

Thune defends plans to permanently extend Trump tax cuts

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune of South Dakota addressed the Senate regarding a budget resolution aimed at making the Trump tax cuts permanent.

Dewey County: Medicaid transfers accounted for 7.4% of income in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 7.4% of income in Dewey County, providing an average of $4,005 per capita to residents.

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Which former Western South Dakota News area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, April 6?

These former Western South Dakota News area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, April 6.

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Stevens High School standout Dylan Richey’s college team lost in NCAA Division I baseball game on Wednesday, April 2

The game took place at Hoglund Ballpark.

Thune warns of growing fentanyl threat, urges continued border emergency measures

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune addressed the Senate with remarks on efforts to tackle the fentanyl crisis in the United States.

Thune addresses budget resolution and opposition to Democrats' proposed tax hikes

U.S. Senate Majority Leader, John Thune, issued a statement addressing the ongoing budget resolution discussions.

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Which former Western South Dakota News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, April 5?

These former Western South Dakota News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, April 5.

Sturgis Brown High School standout Brooke Wolf’s college team lost in NCAA Division II softball game on Tuesday, April 1

The game took place at MSU Bubble @ Herb Parker Stadium.

Sturgis Brown High School standout Brooke Wolf’s college team won in NCAA Division II softball game on Tuesday, April 1

The Northern State Wolves won 7-6 in their NCAA Division II softball game against the Minot State Beavers on Tuesday, April 1.

Thune addresses Republican tax agenda and potential Democrat resistance

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune addressed a press conference in Washington, discussing the Republican agenda and an expected confrontation with Democrats over tax policies.

U.S. legislators reintroduce bill to defend common food names in trade agreements

A group of U.S. Senators and Representatives have reintroduced the Safeguarding American Food and Export Trade Yields (SAFETY) Act.

Butte County: Residents received $14.63 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.8% of income in Butte County, providing an average of $1,358 per capita to residents.

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Which former Western South Dakota News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, April 4?

These former Western South Dakota News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, April 4.

Residents of Custer County received $14,538 per capita in transfers in 2022, ranking it ninth in South Dakota

In 2022, residents of Custer County received an average of $14,538 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it ninth highest in South Dakota.

Thune addresses Senate support for extending 2017 tax relief, border security, and defense investments

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune addressed the Senate floor today, emphasizing the Senate's commitment to advancing President Trump's agenda.

Custer County: Medicaid dependency reached 1.4% in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.4% of income in Custer County, providing an average of $887 per capita to residents.

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Which former Western South Dakota News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, April 3?

This former Western South Dakota News area high school standout will be in action on Thursday, April 3.

On Sunday, March 30, former Stevens High School standout Bransen Kuehl’s college team lost in an NCAA Division I baseball game

The Utah Utes lost 18-6 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the Arizona State Sun Devils on Sunday, March 30.

Stevens High School standout Tia Gease’s college team lost in NCAA Division II softball game on Sunday, March 30