South Dakota News

Western National Completes Merger with Farmers Home Mutual

Western National Mutual Insurance Co. recently announced that it has completed its merger with Farmers Home Mutual Insurance Company, effective December 31, 2007. The completed merger follows final approval by each company’s Board of Directors and policyholders, and final regulatory …

Top Insurance Stories in 2007

The debate over climate change captured the world’s attention, including the insurance industry’s, in 2007, while major hurricanes spared the United States’ coastline. The soft market took hold of virtually all segments of the insurance market and even buyers in …

Cameras on S.D. Highways Show Motorists Road Conditions

Motorists planning to travel on South Dakota’s interstate highways during dicey winter weather can now get a look-see before they leave the comfort and safety of their homes. The state Transportation Department has installed digital cameras at 19 locations along …

New Markets

The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Recruiters Nuts & Bolts: Travis-Pedersen and Associates of Arizona LLC is offering a recruiters’ professional …

New Markets

The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Small Residential General Contractors Nuts & Bolts: NSM Insurance Group is offering coverage for general …

New Markets

The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Recruiters Nuts & Bolts: Travis-Pedersen and Associates of Arizona LLC is offering a recruiters’ professional …

2007: Climate Change Dominates Debate While Soft Market Hits Entire P/C Market

The debate over climate change captured the world’s attention, including the insurance industry’s, in 2007, while major hurricanes spared the United States’ coastline. The soft market took hold of virtually all segments of the insurance market and even buyers in …

Midwestern States Fall Below National Average for Homeowners Premiums

A new National Association of Insurance Commissioners’ (NAIC) report shows Ohio homeowners and most Midwestern states pay some of the lowest homeowners insurance rates in the nation. The Ohio Department of Insurance announced that new figures from the NAIC show …

‘Most Secure Places to Live’ Are In Ore., Calif. and Wash.

Health, prosperity, safety and security are all desirable aspects when it comes to seeking a place to live, work or raise a family. According to the fourth annual Most Secure U.S. Places to Live rankings from Farmers Insurance Group of …

State Farm Study: Western States See Burglary Increases

A new State Farm study has identified the top 15 states that may see a glimpse of “suspicious santas” — burglars who strike during the holiday season. Nevada, New Mexico, Washington, Arizona, Georgia and California were among the top states …