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Smithfield Foods Reports Record Q1 Profits Amid Strong Packaged Meats Performance

Smithfield Foods Reports Record Q1 Profits Amid Strong Packaged Meats Performance

Smithfield Foods Reports Record Q1 Profits Amid Strong Packaged Meats Performance
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Natural Grocers Expands to Rapid City, South Dakota with New Store Opening

Natural Grocers Expands to Rapid City, South Dakota with New Store Opening

Natural Grocers Expands to Rapid City, South Dakota with New Store Opening
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Phoenix Mercury's Tibbetts and Vogel Celebrate Homecoming with Historic WNBA Game

Phoenix Mercury's Tibbetts and Vogel Celebrate Homecoming with Historic WNBA Game

Phoenix Mercury's Tibbetts and Vogel Celebrate Homecoming with Historic WNBA Game
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Some local governments in South Dakota waiting to spend $9.6M in opioid dollars

Some local governments in South Dakota waiting to spend $9.6M in opioid dollars

South Dakota counties and cities that received the first $9.6 million of national opioid settlement money have spent less than half of it, according to reports through 2025
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Illinois Lawmakers Address Water Supply Concerns Amid Ongoing Drought

Illinois Lawmakers Address Water Supply Concerns Amid Ongoing Drought

Illinois is grappling with significant water supply challenges due to prolonged drought conditions and high temperatures that have persisted since last summer. Despite some recent rainfall, the state continues to face water shortages, impacting various regions differently. Sullivan, a city southwest of Decatur, declared a water emergency expected to last until June, while Bloomington has eased its severe drought restrictions. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has delayed opening Heidecke Lake for boating due to low water levels. These conditions have prompted state lawmakers to consider new water management policies, particularly as data centers, which are high water users, expand across the state. Discussions are in the early stages, focusing on nonvoting subject matter hearings. Senator Rachel Ventura emphasized the complexity of water management in Illinois, highlighting the need for comprehensive strategies to safeguard water resources for quality of life.
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NASA Reports Scarce Snow in Upper Colorado Basin, Raising Concerns for Water Resources

NASA Reports Scarce Snow in Upper Colorado Basin, Raising Concerns for Water Resources

NASA has reported a significant snow drought in the Upper Colorado Basin, with snowpack levels on March 15, 2026, falling below the 2001-2025 average. This lack of snow accumulation, which has been ongoing since October 2025, poses a threat to water resources in the western United States. The snow water equivalent (SWE) peaked earlier than usual, around March 15, and was below average in most watersheds. This early peak and low snowpack levels are attributed to an intense heatwave in March, which set record high temperatures in the region. The lack of snow is expected to impact hydropower production, agriculture, aquatic ecosystems, and increase the risk of wildfires.
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Climate Change Fuels Extreme Weather in Newfoundland and Labrador

Climate Change Fuels Extreme Weather in Newfoundland and Labrador

Climate change is increasingly impacting Newfoundland and Labrador, with extreme weather events such as wildfires and hurricanes causing significant damage. In recent years, wildfires have destroyed over 200 structures, and Hurricane Fiona, as a post-tropical storm, ravaged the southwestern tip of the island. The Insurance Bureau of Canada reports that insured losses from catastrophic weather events and wildfires have reached $37 billion between 2016 and 2025, nearly tripling from the previous decade. The provincial government has approved increases in greenhouse gas emissions at the Voisey's Bay mine and the White Rose oilfield, which are expected to contribute further to climate change impacts. Cenovus estimates a 21% increase in emissions at the oilfield, equivalent to 100,000 metric tonnes of CO2, highlighting the ongoing challenges in balancing economic development with environmental sustainability.
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Phoenix Mercury's Nate Tibbetts and Megan Vogel Celebrate Homecoming with Historic WNBA Game in South Dakota

Phoenix Mercury's Nate Tibbetts and Megan Vogel Celebrate Homecoming with Historic WNBA Game in South Dakota

Phoenix Mercury's Nate Tibbetts and Megan Vogel Celebrate Homecoming with Historic WNBA Game in South Dakota
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Maui County and Mahi Pono in Standoff Over East Maui Stream Control

Maui County and Mahi Pono in Standoff Over East Maui Stream Control

A standoff continues between Maui County and Mahi Pono, a major private landowner, over control of the East Maui Irrigation system. Mahi Pono seeks a 30-year lease to manage the system, while the county's East Maui Water Authority (EMWA) argues it should oversee the water flow as a public entity. The state Board of Land and Natural Resources is deliberating whether to issue the lease through a public auction or grant it to the county via an executive order. The board's decision follows recent court rulings on temporary water diversion permits.
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Ongoing Drought Raises Concerns Over Illinois Water Supply

Ongoing Drought Raises Concerns Over Illinois Water Supply

Illinois has been experiencing drought conditions and high temperatures since last summer, affecting water supplies across the state. Despite some improvement in topsoil moisture due to recent rains, deeper soil layers and critical rivers remain below normal levels. The drought has prompted legislative hearings to address water management policies, especially as new high-demand users like data centers emerge. The Illinois Water Survey is working to improve water supply models, but faces challenges due to incomplete data reporting from municipalities and industries. The state is considering more frequent reporting to better understand seasonal demand and aquifer conditions.
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Windy Conditions and Light Rain Expected in Watertown, SD

Windy Conditions and Light Rain Expected in Watertown, SD

Watertown, South Dakota is experiencing cloudy skies with windy conditions and light rain expected later in the day. The temperature is forecasted to reach a high of 42°F (6°C) with winds coming from the north-northwest at speeds of 20 to 30 mph. There is a 30% chance of rain, and wind gusts could occasionally exceed 40 mph. Tonight, the weather will remain windy with a few clouds, and temperatures will drop to a low of 29°F (-2°C). Winds will continue at 20 to 30 mph, with gusts potentially over 40 mph. The weather update was last provided on April 26, 2026, at 10:56 PM.
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NASA Reports Scarce Snowpack in Upper Colorado Basin, Raising Concerns for Water Resources

NASA Reports Scarce Snowpack in Upper Colorado Basin, Raising Concerns for Water Resources

NASA has reported a significant snow drought in the Upper Colorado Basin as of March 2026, with snowpack levels considerably below the average from 2001 to 2025. This lack of snow is attributed to an intense heatwave in March, which led to the earliest snow water equivalent (SWE) peak in recent history. The snow drought poses risks to hydropower production, agriculture, and ecosystems, as well as increasing the potential for wildfires. The data, collected by NASA's Aqua, Terra, and Landsat satellites, along with ground-based sensors, indicates that the snowpack peaked about four weeks earlier than usual. The situation is exacerbated by consecutive years of drought in the region, affecting areas like the Rio Grande and the Pacific Northwest.