John Deere Announces Model Year 2027 Combine and Front-End Equipment Updates
OLATHE, Kansas — John Deere (NYSE: DE) announced today a wide range of updates and enhancements to its model year 2027 X9 and S7 combines and front-end equipment. Utilizing the latest in predictive and automated technologies, these new features promise
U.S. Farmers Turn to Specialty Crops as Profit Margins Tighten
Some U.S. farmers are turning to specialty crops and alternative enterprises as low commodity prices and high input costs squeeze traditional farm profits. Extension specialists say interest is rising in wine grapes, specialty grains, produce and agritourism
New Materials Research Could Improve U.S. Farm Equipment Durability
U.S. researchers are developing advanced materials that could make farm equipment lighter, stronger and more durable, potentially lowering costs for producers. Scientists at several Midwestern universities are studying bio-inspired materials designed to flex under stress without breaking.
CSAM Investigation At Davies High School Is Closed
(Fargo, ND) — North Dakota Attorney General Drew Wrigley says an investigation into child sex abuse material is over. The investigation centered around high school students in Cass County, specifically at Davies High School. It began last
Man Found Dead In Fargo Car Fire
(Fargo, ND) — A man is dead after being found in a car fire in Fargo. Authorities say the vehicle was found on the 12-hundred block of 28th Avenue in Fargo around 1 p.m. on Tuesday. The
New Candidates Emerge For Burleigh County Commission
(Burleigh County, ND) — Two new candidates are running for three open Burleigh County Commission seats. Mike Manstrom of Colliers Securities and current Burleigh County Auditor Mark Splonskowski are running for seats. Manstrom has managed municipal bonds
Travel Agent Sentenced To 3 Years In Prison For Embezzlement
(Bismarck, ND) — A Bismarck travel agent is facing a three-year prison sentence for embezzling over 100-thousand dollars. Stacey Vanderkinter was sentenced for five counts of theft over three incidents where she failed to pay for travel
Governor Armstrong Proclaims Future Farmers Of America Week
(Bismarck, ND) — Governor Kelly Armstrong is proclaiming February 21st through 28th as Future Farmers of America Week. Armstrong says the week-long event will promote, “the development of outstanding men of women who will grow and serve
Officials Believe Canton Field Fire Was Caused By A Cigarette
(Canton, SD) — Lincoln County Emergency Management says they believe a fire in Canton started from a lit cigarette. The Canton Volunteer Fire Crew needed assistance from multiple organizations to put out the fire due to 25
Jurors Shown Video Surveillance Evidence In Eighth Street Bridge Murder Trial
(Sioux Falls, SD) — Jurors got to see surveillance video in the Eighth Street bridge murder trial on Tuesday. Jubal Rattler is accused of killing 39-year-old Doris High Elk by pushing her off a ledge near the