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In a 2022 South Dakota News Watch poll, 79% of South Dakota voters said they think the state tax on groceries should be lowered or repealed. (Adobe Stock)

Measure to end sales tax on groceries could go to South Dakota voters

South Dakotans face high prices at the grocery store and some are working to ease the burden. A new report from the Federal Trade Commission finds some grocery retailers used the supply-chain ...

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Economy Arby’s commits $16,892 to feed Tennessee children after Republicans blocked a free school meal bill By Richard Eberwein – 3/20/24

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Economy Ohio food banks overwhelmed one year after emergency SNAP benefits end By NADIA RAMLAGAN Ohio News Connection – 3/20/24

One year after emergency SNAP benefits ended, Ohio food banks said they are struggling with increased grocery costs and record-high numbers of families turning to food pantries for help. Since the ...

Economy Kentucky school districts say SNAP cuts legislation could worsen student hunger By NADIA RAMLAGAN Kentucky News Connection – 3/20/24

Kentucky school districts say a proposed bill to tighten restrictions on SNAP participation will lead to an uptick in student hunger. House Bill 367 would lower the income threshold for SNAP ...

Economy Nebraska bill would reduce eviction impact, increase gender, racial equity By DEBORAH VAN FLEET Nebraska News Connection – 3/05/24

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Economy Kentucky Power rate hike: What eastern Kentucky residents, businesses should know By NADIA RAMLAGAN Kentucky News Connection – 2/26/24

Many eastern Kentuckians will see their monthly energy bills increase by around $8 per month, after a ruling last month by the state’s utility regulator greenlighting rate hikes for ...

Economy Teacher pay proposal advances in South Dakota Legislature By MIKE MOEN Greater Dakota News Service – 2/22/24

South Dakota lawmakers are taking a close look at teacher pay this session. A specific plan to establish salary requirements cleared the House this week. South Dakota has consistently ranked near the ...

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