ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Due to the Veteran’s Day Holiday on Monday, Nov. 11, city garbage pick-up will change. Residents who normally have their garbage picked up on Monday are reminded to have their garbage out for pick up by 8 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. Both Monday and Tuesday’s garbage will be picked up… Read more »
News Year: 2019
Flags ordered half-staff in honor of Abdallah
PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – Governor Kristi Noem has ordered flags at the South Dakota State Capitol to be flown at half-staff from 8 a.m. until sunset on Monday, November 11, 2019, to honor the life of Gene Abdallah, a former legislator. Abdallah served in the South Dakota House of Representatives from 2001-2002, and 2011-2012.… Read more »
Thune says opinions vary on quid pro quo interpretation
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WNAX) – The U.S. House opens public hearings next week into the possible impeachment of President Trump. Much of the early investigation points to a possible “quid pro quo” with Ukraine over and investigation into former Vice President Joe Biden. South Dakota Senator John Thune says there are lots of opinions. Thune, who… Read more »
USD adding Patriots Plaza
VERMILLION, S.D. (WNAX) – The University of South Dakota will be adding a “Patriots Plaza” in the center of campus, with more details to be announced during this Military Appreciation weekend in Vermillion. USD President Sheila Gestring says it will be in a special location. Gestring says it will have a number of important displays.… Read more »
Farm Bureau President supports bill to advance research
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – The American Farm Bureau is supporting legislation to create a new research agency in the U.S. Department of Agriculture. South Dakota Farm Bureau President Scott VanderWal says the new Advanced Research Projects Agency-Terra would provide innovative technologies to increase economic opportunities for farmers. VanderWal says this new research agency will work… Read more »
New Stockgrowers president lists main priorities
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – At their recent convention, South Dakota Stockgrowers Association members chose Scott (ee-doff) Edoff of Hermosa as their new President. Edoff who’s been serving as Vice President takes over from Gary Deering. Edoff says at the national level their main concern is getting Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling reinstated. Edoff says at… Read more »
Colder temps raise chances of spring flooding
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (WNAX) – As colder temperatures descend on the northern plains, much of the soil moisture will freeze in place and raise the chances of spring flooding. Doug Kluck is Central Region Climate Services Director for the National Weather Service in Kansas City and says they are watching a number of elements. The… Read more »
Pheasant hunting off to slow start; expected to improve
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The wet weather earlier this year is impacting pheasant hunting so far this fall. Because farmers were unable to harvest their fields when they normally do, the start of the pheasant hunting season has gotten off to a slow start. Nick Cochran, Conservation Officer with the Game, Fish and Parks Department,… Read more »
Plans moving ahead for Crazy Horse Scenic Byway
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA News) – Native American tribes that reside within the state have long wanted to be able to promote tourism on tribal lands as a way to tap into the tourism market to help develop tribal economies. Asking for a show of support from the commission, David Kelly, the Director of Transportation… Read more »
Vermillion experiences massive growth in housing options
VERMILLION, S.D. (WNAX) – Most cities in South Dakota struggle with finding adequate housing for workers they hope to attract for new and expanding businesses. Nate Welch, Executive Director of the Vermillion Chamber and Development Corporation, says they had a massive growth in housing options just as school started this fall. Welch says the new… Read more »