ABERDEEN, S.D. (aberdeennews.com) – Brown County has recorded its first confirmed case of COVID-19, along with six new cases in Beadle County. That pushes the state number to 21, Gov. Kristi Noem said during a Sunday news conference. All of the cases have been linked to travel or to those who’d traveled outside the state.… Read more »
News Author: Dave Vilhauer
Rounds shares thoughts on economic rescue plan
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WNAX) – The Senate is debating phase three of the economic rescue plan, which could total over one trillion dollars. South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds says they are hearing about the growing pain. Rounds says they are talking about a one time payment to individuals. Rounds says they also have a loan plan… Read more »
Roberts County man pleads not guilty to child abuse, assault
PIERRE, S.D. (AP) — A Roberts County man has pleaded not guilty to felony child abuse, assault resulting in serious injuries and child neglect. The U.S. Attorney in South Dakota said this week 21-year-old Michael Robinson appeared before a federal magistrate judge in Minneapolis following his arrest. An indictment alleges Robinson assaulted and abused a… Read more »
Programs to provide free meals for kids
ABERDEEN, S.D. (aberdeennews.com) – While The Salvation Army lunch program ends next week, the Aberdeen Public School District and Boys & Girls Club of Aberdeen will have meal programs starting Monday. Both are free, but students who pick up up grab-and-go meals from the district must be enrolled. And parents are asked to sign up… Read more »
Northern providing ways for students to stay connected
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Social distancing isn’t stopping Northern State University students from staying connected – thanks to innovative ideas from NSU Student Involvement and Leadership. The department, along with Northern’s Campus Activities Board, will be offering virtual events for students while they must remain off campus due to the COVID-19 situation. First up… Read more »
Aberdeen Public Schools preparing for week ahead
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Aberdeen Public Schools have been busy preparing a plan for students since they will not be allowed to meet in their classrooms next week. Superintendent Becky Guffin said it has been a challenge coming up with a plan that encompassed students of all grade levels. Another challenge is finding ways for… Read more »
Avera postponing elective surgical procedures
ABERDEEN (Press Release) – Due to the spread of COVID-19 cases, Avera is postponing some elective surgical procedures. Critical procedures needed are still available. As a result, elective surgical procedures at Avera St. Luke’s and Avera Dakota Plains Surgery Center are being postponed and not canceled. Emergent and critical surgeries will still continue to be performed… Read more »
Small businesses now eligible for economic assistance
PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem announced today that small businesses and non-profit organizations in South Dakota that have been negatively impacted by the global COVID-19 virus are now eligible for economic assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). “I submitted a request to the SBA for expedited approval of… Read more »
One killed in crash south of McLaughlin
McLAUGHLIN, S.D. (Press Release) – One woman died early Thursday morning in a one-vehicle crash south of McLaughlin. The name of the deceased is not being released pending notification of family. She was the only person involved. A 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche was southbound on South Dakota Highway 63 when the 35-year-old driver lost control of… Read more »
Community leaders discuss COVID-19 developments
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Community leaders gathered Friday morning to discuss the most recent developments regarding COVID-19. There are no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Brown County, although that information might be a bit misleading, according to Todd Forkel Regional President and CEO of Avera St. Luke’s Hospital. Both Avera and Sanford have to send… Read more »