PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – The American Red Cross continues to provide relief, comfort and hope to people affected by the devastating wildfires across the western United States. In supporting the nationwide efforts, Nancy McKenny from Onida, South Dakota is deploying to Fresno, California as a shelter Supervisor. Sunday night, the Red Cross and our… Read more »
News Year: 2020
Meade School Board changes COVID-19 practices
STURGIS, S.D. (KBHB) – With an uptick in the number of COVID-19 cases leading to a surge in the number of quarantines, the Meade 46-1 School Board Monday night approved some changes to the current COVID-19 practices. After much debate, the board will follow the Department of Health’s recommendations for temporary exclusion from a school… Read more »
Watertown votes to eliminate using snowgates
WATERTOWN, S.D. (KWAT) — It should be a few months before the snow flies across our region, but snow removal was on the minds of Watertown’s Public Works, Finance and Safety Committee Monday. They discussed the merits of using snowgates this winter. They’re re designed to prevent a big ridge of snow from forming across… Read more »
Sturgis City Council approves three TIFs to boost new development
STURGIS, S.D. (KBHB) – The Sturgis City Council last night approved a handful of T.I.F.’s that will mean new development. Sturgis City Manager Daniel Ainslie says there were three different Tax Increment Finance District’s approved. Also approved was a TIF for development of a senior assisted as well as independent living facility. And, a third… Read more »
Noem, TenHaken announce planned completion of Veterans Parkway
PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – Today, Governor Kristi Noem and Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken announced plans to complete construction on the Veterans Parkway on the south side of Sioux Falls. The Transportation Commission approved plans for the final completion of the project earlier today. “As South Dakota’s economy continues to grow, it’s crucial that… Read more »
Rapid City area dealing with grassfire issues
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA ) – Rapid City hasn’t seen major rain activity since late July. Pair that with sweltering heat, and grassfires go from being possible to inevitable. With no rain in the upcoming forecast, local firefighters are working to keep the dry grass under control. Rapid City Fire Department Public Information Officer Lt.… Read more »
State’s active COVID infections decrease, no new deaths
PIERRE, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state’s number of active COVID infections decreased by 73 and there were no new deaths according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health today. The state had 320 new cases to go along with 393 new recoveries, lowering the active cases to 2,817 (there were 2,386 last… Read more »
Nebraska man dies from injuries in Aug. 31 accident north of Watertown
WATERTOWN, S.D. – A 67-year-old male has died of injuries sustained in a two-vehicle crash that occurred Monday, Aug. 31, north of Watertown. A 2007 Peterbilt semi-truck was southbound on 455th Avenue with an oversized load. It was hauling a flatbed trailer which carried a four-wheel tractor with a silage blade. The blade struck the… Read more »
Avera reminds public to stay vigilant in watching for COVID-19 symptoms
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – As certain locations in this region have seen increases of COVID-19 cases, Avera reminds the public of testing guidelines. If you have COVID-19 symptoms (see below), contact your clinic by phone, go to Avera.org/covidhotline, or call 1-877-AT-AVERA to inquire about diagnostic testing. In Aberdeen, call the Avera St. Luke’s COVID… Read more »
City to spray for mosquitoes this evening
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – The City of Aberdeen has scheduled a city-wide ground spray for mosquitoes tonight between the hours of 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. The adulticiding equipment is noisy and travels at 10 mph. The mosquito control trucks are identified and travel with a flashing yellow light. To ensure spray effectiveness during… Read more »