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Early on, for as long as he can remember, Larry Clark wanted to go into law enforcement. When asked why, he replied, “Because I enjoy helping others.”

Early on, for as long as he can remember, Larry Clark wanted to go into law enforcement. When asked why, he replied, “Because I enjoy helping others.”

The ribbon at 25 feet, two and a half inches, tall.

In both states, NorthWestern identifies nuclear power as an option to replace retiring coal-fired power plants.

An energy company is looking into the possibility of building a small nuclear plant in South Dakota. The company, NorthWestern Energy, is targeting a potential construction date in 2030. The plant would produce between 80 and 320 megawatts. Conventional, large nuclear reactors can produce over 700 megawatts. "A decision has not been made whether or not to build a plant," said

NorthWestern’s Jeff Decker told regulators a 320 megawatt power plant would likely cost between $1.2 billion and $1.6 billion. Other say cost is closer to $10 billion.

The estimated cost is $1.2 billion to $1.6 billion for a 320-megawatt plant. The company said it has two potential sites, but those locations are confidential.

The bay is eroding quickly, leaving the inland vulnerable. 

Coast Guard Commandant Linda Fagan, who has made workforce her priority, told a House panel her service is facing a recruiting challenge.

A physical education teacher who loves to ride bikes is giving a new look to a Fourth of July parade grand marshal.