Illinois specialty growers expect 2026 boost from new local food and infrastructure grants
The executive director of the Illinois Specialty Growers Association says the local food system should see a boost in 2026. Raghela Scavuzzo says several state and federal programs enacted last […]
Name change reflects growth for U.S. Identity Preserved Alliance
The Specialty Soya and Grains Alliance is now the U.S. Identity Preserved Alliance. Chair Bryan Severs, who farms in east-central Illinois, says the name change aligns with their product labeling. […]
Political landscape could complicate priorities for Minnesota soybean farmers
The president of the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association anticipates a challenging state legislative session. Darin Johnson farms near Wells. “It’s going to be kind of interesting given the political landscape […]
Rhoden highlights ag, rural health funding in South Dakota’s State of the State
South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden highlighted agriculture in his State of the State address on Tuesday. “Ag is king in South Dakota, so let’s keep it strong for the future.” […]
Gov. Mike Kehoe highlights agriculture, rural investment in Missouri State of the State Address
In the State of the State Address on Tuesday, Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe said agriculture remains one of the strongest foundations of the state’s economy. “When agriculture is strong, Missouri […]
Northwestern Football Adds Season-Opening Game at Division I Western Illinois
ORANGE CITY, Iowa – Northwestern College football has announced that the 2026 season will open at NCAA Division I Western Illinois. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, August […]
Grace (Ind.) Remains at No. 1 in the Fourth NAIA Mens basketball Poll
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Grace (Ind.) is the last undefeated team left in the nation, continuing to play excellent basketball after the holiday break and still in control at No. […]
Dordt takes the top spot in NAIA Women’s basketball poll
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The latest NAIA Women’s Basketball Top 25 Poll sees Dordt (Iowa) retake the No. 1 spot after another dominant eight-game win streak, edging out Bethel (Tenn.), […]
GPAC indoor track and field athletes of the week
Braden Kalvelage from Northwestern College is this week’s field athlete-of-the-week. Kalvelage, a senior from Hastings, Nebraska, won the long jump with an “A” standard mark of 7.33m, which is eighth […]
Northwestern College’s Class of 2025 Achieves 100% Placement Rate
Northwestern College reports a 100% placement rate for its Class of 2025, with all bachelor’s degree graduates placed within six months of graduation. According to data collected by the college’s […]