Rising energy costs are leading to rate increases from many electric and gas utilities. South Dakota Public Utilities Commissioner Gary Hanson says they have to look at utility costs and what the law allows in rate hike cases. Hanson says utilities are allowed to increase rates to cover most of their increasing fixed costs. Hanson… Read more »
News Year: 2021
Cam & Terry Smile After Buzzer Beater For PC MBB
Aberdeen, SD (PCSaints.com) – The Presentation College Saints closed out the Isreal/Strong Classic with a buzzer beater, winning 68-65 over Trinity Bible College on a Denzel McDuffey three pointer as time expired. The win was the Saints fourth consecutive win, and brings their record to 5-5 on the season. The four-game winning streak is their… Read more »
Governor Noem announces Friday she will seek re-election
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)- On Friday, Governor Kristi Noem made it official she will seek re-election to Governor in 2022. Governor Noem heads into the campaign with over $10 million raised since her last election. Her campaign has more than $6.5 million cash on hand between all campaign accounts.
SD Dept of Health reports 4 new COVID-19 related deaths
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 4 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,281. The state had 521 new cases and 311 recoveries, increasing active infections to 6,496. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus is… Read more »
House Select Committee this week held their first meeting regarding impeachment
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The House Select Committee on Impeachment held their organizational session at the end of this weeks South Dakota special session. Member, Representative Mike Stevens of Yankton, says they need to set rules of procedure. Stevens says they don’t feel like they have to push the process due to the legislative calendar. The committee… Read more »
Senator Thune believe US should react to what’s happening in China
WASHINGTON, D.C.(WNAX)- US defense leaders are warning about the increasing capabilities and actions of the Chinese military. South Dakota Senator John Thune says the US has to react. China has been making provocative moves toward Taiwan. Thune says that could be a flashpoint. Thune says Taiwan is strategically and economically important to the US. The… Read more »
Reactions to the sparrow map used to setup the districts in South Dakota
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX & DRGNews)- South Dakota legislators had to take their special session into overtime to find agreement on a final legislative district map. Representative Ryan Cwach of Yankton says he isn’t sure what drove the final vote. Cwach says there were some fairly minor changes to the maps presented by House and Senate Committees.… Read more »
Avera St. Luke’s COVID-19, Flu Vaccination Clinics continue
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)– Avera St. Luke’s continues to host COVID-19 vaccination clinics multiple times per week. An additional public flu vaccine clinic has also been added on Saturday, Nov. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. COVID-19 vaccination clinics will be held on the following days: •Friday, Nov. 12 … Read more »
North Main Street Railroad Tracks-Closed
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- ROAD CLOSED: Weather permitting, beginning at 8:00 am on Wednesday, November 10, the railroad crossing at North Main Street will be closed due to track replacement work. North Main Street railroad tracks Work is expected to be completed by end of day Friday, November 12.
Sanford Aberdeen to host COVID-19 event Saturday
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Coming up on Saturday, Sanford Aberdeen will be hosting a COVID-19 vaccine event for children ages 5-14. Community Liaison Bea Smith reminds us that this is by appointment only. Smith explain why Sanford is only doing it by appointment. Smith encourages anyone who may have doubt to talk with their family doctor. Sanford… Read more »