ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Secretary of Health Kim Malsam-Rysdon and State Epidemiologist Dr. Joshua Clayton will hold a brief media availability via conference call at 11:45 a.m. today to discuss developments surrounding coronavirus in South Dakota. The event will be carried live across all Hub City Radio stations.
News Year: 2020
Rapid City Police arrest man after he allegedly shot at car
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KBHB) – Quick-acting Rapid City Police officers arrested a man Friday, accused of Attempted 2nd Degree Murder, after he allegedly shot at a car after a disturbance. Police were called to a report of two shots fired in the 800 block of Halley Avenue around 8:40 Friday morning, and a description of… Read more »
Man arrested after shooting at individual, law officers
BRANDON, S.D. (Argus Leader) — Minnehaha County sheriff’s officials say a man has been arrested for shooting at another person and at law enforcement officers responding to the scene. The Argus Leader reports authorities say the man shot several times at a victim Sunday morning in Brandon and then fired at officers. There was no… Read more »
Study shows cattle losses could reach $13.6 billion
De SMET, S.D. (WNAX) – A study released this week commissioned by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says as a result of the COVID 19 pandemic, cattle losses could reach $13.6 billion. NCBA Policy Division Chair and South Dakota cattle producer Todd Wilkinson (of De Smet) says the purpose of the analysis is to quantify… Read more »
Johnson backing another aid program for ag producers
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WNAX) – South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says he is backing another federal aid program for ag producers. He says the damage is spreading rapidly. Johnson says it’s a matter of keeping a food production sector. Johnson says there needs to be additional dollars beyond what was provided in the first rescue plan.… Read more »
Exercise opportunities abound indoors or outdoors
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Social distancing can be a difficult, but necessary, part of life these days. It can be especially trying for children who are no longer able to be with friends or even head to their favorite park. Terry Dosch, Aberdeen Roncalli physical education teacher, said when it comes to exercise ideas, there… Read more »
Corps of Engineers releases videos on Missouri River Mainstem System
PIERRE, S.D. (DRG News) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has released videos providing updates on planned operations for the year for the Missouri River Mainstem System. Deputy director of Public Affairs for the Corps’ Northwestern Division Eileen Williamson says the information would normally be shared at spring public meetings, but those had to… Read more »
Gardening provides many benefits for entire family
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – If people are looking for a bit of a diversion from all of the COVID-19 talk, gardening provides multiple benefits. Aaron Kiesz, City Forester with the Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department, said a big plus is just being outside and getting some fresh air. Plus gardening offers variety. Other benefits… Read more »
Brown County gains three new positive cases during weekend
ABERDEEN, S.D. (aberdeennews.com) – Brown County gained three positive cases of COVID-19 during the weekend, according to Saturday and Sunday reports from the South Dakota Department of Health. Aberdeen Mayor Travis Schaunaman said one positive COVID-19 case in the county has been attributed to an employee of Molded Fiber Glass. “They did report in one… Read more »
Severe Weather Awareness Week in South Dakota this week
PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – While the public’s attention is currently focused elsewhere, South Dakota officials say it’s still time to start preparing for this summer’s eventual severe weather. The National Weather Service has designated next week, April 20-24, as Severe Weather Awareness Week in South Dakota. Tina Titze, director of the South Dakota Office… Read more »