ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Monday morning Congressman Dusty Johnson appeared on AgriTalk that airs on KSDN. The Congressman talk about his role on the negotiations for infrastructure in the country. Congressman Johnson talks about wanting to be a leader in agriculture at Congress. Johnson talks the impact the soybean plant has had in Aberdeen. Congressman Johnson… Read more »
News Year: 2021
SD Dept of Health reports no new COVID-19 related deaths on Friday
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported no new COVID-related deaths through Friday, while active cases decreased & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,022. The state had 14 new cases and 36 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 242. Those hospitalized in connection with… Read more »
Groton woman wins Miss South Dakota crown
RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — A Groton woman has captured the 2021 Miss South Dakota crown. The Rapid City Journal reports Kaitlin O’Neil won the title Saturday night. She bested 14 other women from across the state to earn an $8,000 scholarship with a platform entitled “Bloom – Healthy Mind, Healthy Body, Healthy You.” O’Neill… Read more »
Marijuana Interim Study Committee looking to iron out details on medical marijuana
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Interim committees of the South Dakota legislature are attempting to figure out a smooth path to medical marijuana legalization. Voters approved the measure last fall that becomes effective on July first. Senator Art Rusch of Vermillion says the state departments coming up with rules aren’t ready yet. Rusch says another of his committees… Read more »
Wings Take First Two Games Against Bobcats in 2nd Round Playoff Series
ABERDEEN, SD (AberdeenWings.com) – FRIDAY Bismarck Bobcats Aberdeen Wings 5-3 The Aberdeen Wings had a short week after defeating the Minot Minotauros to advance in the Central Division finals, but the short work week proved to be a successful one as the Wings defeated the visiting Bismarck Bobcats 5-3 Friday night inside the Odde Ice… Read more »
1 person dead following crash north of Aberdeen
ABERDEEN, S.D. – One person died late Friday night in a motorcycle-pickup crash north of Aberdeen. Names of the two people involved are not yet being released pending notification of family members. Preliminary crash information indicates that a 2020 Harley Davidson FLHTCSE2 motorcycle was southbound on 387th Avenue. A 2013 Dodge Ram pickup, going north… Read more »
Runoff of the Missouri River expecting to remain low
PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The U-S Army Corps of Engineers is continuing to prepare those with interests in the Missouri River to prepare for low water as runoff into the main stem system is now forecast to be 61-percent of average. John Remus, Chief of the Missouri River Water Management Division says a letter has been sent… Read more »
Today is 605 Day in South Dakota
PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)-Saturday, June 5th is 605 Day in South Dakota. Tourism department spokesperson Katlyn Svendsen says the entire state is served by one area code and 605 Day is an opportunity to celebrate the great faces and great places in South Dakota. She says there are a variety of ways to recognize 605 Day. Svendsen… Read more »
SB 55 task force met at SDSU in Brookings Thursday
BROOKINGS, S.D.(KJJQ)- A task force established by the South Dakota legislature continues their work, meeting at South Dakota State University in Brookings Thursday. The legislature mandated the task force to produce a report on operational efficiencies by the Board of Regents. Regents Executive Director Brian Maher says they’ve done a great deal but there is… Read more »
Abby Award nominations now open
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Nominations are being sought for the Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce’s 27th annual ABBY Awards. The awards banquet will be held on Thursday, September 16 at the Dakota Event Center. Anyone may nominate a business or organization in the following categories by calling the Chamber at 605-225-2860 or emailing info@aberdeen-chamber.com: … Read more »