Verizon Wireless announced today it invested $40 million in 2011 to enhance its network in South Dakota, including the expansion of its groundbreaking 4G LTE network to Sioux Falls and Rapid City, giving more South Dakotans access to the most advanced 4G LTE network in the world. The company's continuing investment to support South Dakota's infrastructure required for economic development and robust business growth included: -- Adding new cell sites and upgrading equipment on existing cell sites ... read more

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (NASDAQ: LNET), the leading provider of interactive media and connectivity services to hospitality and healthcare businesses and the consumers they serve, has announced a groundbreaking LodgeNet Mobile App for the travel market. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080115/AQTU120LOGO) "With 75% of travelers carrying smartphones today(1), mobile devices have significantly changed how travelers behave and what they expect from hotels, airlines and every supplier within the travel eco-system," said Derek S. White, President of Interactive & Media Networks for LodgeNet. "The LodgeNet Mobile ... read more

To continue to stay ahead of rising demand for wireless voice, multimedia and Internet access, Verizon Wireless has expanded its local network in Walworth County, S.D., by activating a new cell site. The cell site, located near the intersection of U.S. Highway 83 and U.S. Highway 12, improves coverage in Walworth County as follows: -- North to 119th Street; -- South to 140th Street; -- East to 314th Avenue; ... read more

According to a national survey, 57% of teens know someone who has been physically, sexually or verbally abusive in a dating relationship.* Now, South Dakota school children will receive information and resources on what to do if they or a friend is experiencing domestic violence, dating violence and bullying thanks to the partnership between Verizon and the South Dakota Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault (The Network) and The Compass Center in Sioux Falls. Attorney General Marty J. Jackley ... read more

An innovative South Dakota pharmaceutical company, pharmaCline((TM)), has launched its "pharmaCline Can Help" advertising campaign with a bold statement. On November 23, 2011, pharmaCline became a part of the New York City scenery with a video spot on the CBS jumbo screen located in Times Square. The advertisement will be aired from November 23 through January 1, 2012. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111202/MN16158LOGO) This short video is the first of multiple advertisements to promote the message "pharmaCline Can Help". pharmaCline will use this ... read more

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (NASDAQ: LNET), the leading provider of interactive media and connectivity services to hospitality and healthcare businesses and the consumers they serve, today announced the launch of LodgeNet Solve, a comprehensive on demand reporting portal that complements the cloud-based FREEDOM Internet solution offered exclusively by LodgeNet Broadband to hotels in the United States. (Logo: <font size="2" face="Arial">http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080115/AQTU120LOGO</font>) Created in response to hoteliers' demands, LodgeNet Solve will provide real-time and aggregate information on customer usage, bandwidth usage, ... read more

A South Dakota pharmaceutical company, pharmaCline((TM)), is doing its part for National Diabetes Month by launching a new antibiotic called Diabecline(®) to help diabetic patients with foot problems. Diabetes affects at least 25 million citizens in the United States, in addition to 79 million Americans who are pre-diabetic. (Photo: <font size="2" face="Arial">http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111117/CG09555)</font> Diabetic foot problems like ulcerations, infections and gangrene are the most common cause of hospitalization among diabetes patients. pharmaCline, an innovative pharmaceutical company, has developed a new drug ... read more

Parents and teachers love Destination ImagiNation because it teaches kids creative problem solving, critical thinking, the arts and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills they need to excel in the classroom and in life in the 21st Century. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111010/CL83110LOGO ) Destination ImagiNation is in the final weeks now of enrolling youth throughout South Dakota in the 2011-2012 team challenge year. Go to www.startateam.org to join in now! Destination ImagiNation is the only extra-curricular program that ties directly back to the ... read more

On Nov. 17, Verizon Wireless customers in Rapid City, S.D. can take advantage of Verizon Wireless' 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network, the fastest and most reliable 4G network in the nation. Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network allows customers to share music and photos, surf the Web and download files up to 10 times faster than before. The 4G LTE network coverage includes the city of Rapid City and extends west on Interstate 90 to Black Hawk and ... read more

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (Nasdaq: LNET) today reported quarterly revenue of $106.8 million compared to $113.8 million in the third quarter of 2010. Operating Income increased 30.5% to $8.9 million versus $6.8 million during last year's third quarter. Net income attributable to common stockholders was a positive $0.02 per share, a significant improvement over the $(0.12) per share loss during the third quarter of 2010. Adjusted Operating Cash Flow(1) for the quarter was $27.0 million, which was at ... read more

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (Nasdaq: LNET), the leading provider of interactive media and connectivity services to hospitality and healthcare businesses and the consumers they serve, will present at Houlihan Lokey's Technology, Media, Telecom & Gaming Conference on Thursday, October 27, 2011, at the Grand Hyatt New York. The 2011 conference will focus on opportunities in a dynamic marketplace. During his presentation, LodgeNet Chairman and CEO Scott C. Petersen will discuss the Company's growing business initiatives and revenue diversification efforts. A ... read more

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (NASDAQ: LNET), the leading provider of interactive media and connectivity services to hospitality and healthcare businesses and the consumers they serve, announced today that it has joined the Digital Entertainment Content Ecosystem (DECE). In joining DECE, LodgeNet aligns itself with more than 75 leading companies who have come together to create and operate UltraViolet(TM) a groundbreaking, open cloud-based ecosystem that offers consumers a new and compelling way to collect and enjoy home video entertainment. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080115/AQTU120LOGO) A recently released ... read more

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (NASDAQ: LNET), the leading provider of interactive media and connectivity services to hospitality and healthcare businesses and the consumers they serve, today discussed emerging media consumption trends among travelers and commented on how the company's strategy incorporates those trends. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080115/AQTU120LOGO) Speaking at the 4th Annual LodgeNet Customer Technology Symposium in Chicago, company representatives cited internal and third-party research which reveals the following about how travelers are accessing content and interacting with media technologies inside and outside of hotel ... read more

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (NASDAQ: LNET), the leading provider of interactive media and connectivity services to hospitality businesses and the consumers they serve, is hosting its 4th annual Customer Technology Symposium today through October 6 at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in suburban Chicago. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080115/AQTU120LOGO) "Connecting Guests: Any Screen. Any Time." is bringing together experts from a broad range of perspectives to help hoteliers make informed technology decisions and develop sound strategies for the future. The event is being attended by executives ... read more

As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of six new mobile broadband cell sites throughout the Sioux Falls-area and Eastern South Dakota, that will enhance coverage for area residents and businesses. With mobile broadband speeds, AT&T customers can surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications. The new Sioux Falls-area cell-sites were recently activated in Irene, Bridgewater, Milltown, Artesian, Salem ... read more

As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of three new mobile broadband cell sites throughout the Rapid City-area and Western South Dakota, that will enhance coverage for area residents and businesses. With mobile broadband speeds, AT&T customers can surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications. The new Rapid City-area and vicinity cell-sites activated in Colonial Pine Hills, Sturgis East, ... read more

The South Dakota Biotechnology Summit & Annual Meeting: Investing in Biotechnology for Feed, Fuel and Heal will be held this Wed., Sept. 21 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center, Sioux Falls. The ... read more

The ground-breaking research being done at Brookings-based Medgene Labs will be highlighted as part of the 2011 South Dakota Biotechnology Summit & Annual Meeting: Investing in Biotechnology for Feed, Fuel and Heal. Medgene Labs was formed and capitalized this year ... read more

LodgeNet Broadband, a business unit of LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (Nasdaq: LNET), today announced that the FREEDOM Internet solution - provided by DOCOMO interTouch Pte. Ltd. and for which LodgeNet Broadband is the exclusive hotel reseller in the U.S. - was recently named by Casino Enterprise Management magazine as one of the 2011 Hospitality Operations Technology (HOT) Award winners in the category of Internet Services. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080115/AQTU120LOGO) Offered by LodgeNet Broadband in conjunction with the Nomadix server, FREEDOM Internet equips hoteliers to ... read more

South Dakota -based e-commerce company, SDL Enterprises LLC, has announced the launch of 4 new Web sites: www.SDLonlineshopping.com, www.DebbysCandles.com, www.MasterManagementGroup.com/02660, and www.ShopFromMySite.com/10367laf. Founder and President of SDL Enterprises LLC, Stephen Lafleur said, "We are committed to providing our customers with great internet deals. Our four web sites share high quality products and services that everyone is sure to enjoy around the holidays." SDLonlineshopping.com is an e-commerce shopping mall, offering products within numerous categories including: apparel and fashion, automotive, beauty, ... read more