PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Thursday, Gov. Kristi Noem appointed Melissa Magstadt as Secretary of the South Dakota Department of Health. Melissa’s appointment will be effective on the next state work day, which will be Tuesday, December 27. “Melissa has proven her ability to provide innovative and cost-effective healthcare to the people of South Dakota,”… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota businesses could see the fees they pay for unemployment coverage cut next year. The state Reemployment Assistance Advisory Council met this week. Member Nathan Sanderson of Pierre says their fund balance has grown considerably. Sanderson says future employment trends look promising. Sanderson says the savings will vary from business to business.… Read more »

WAGNER, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Transportation Commission heard from supporters of the four lane Highway 46 through Wagner. Gerrit Juffer of Wagner addressed the commission during the public comment part of their meeting. Juffer says public opinion supports the current four lane highway. Commission Chairman Bruce Cull of Yankton said they couldn’t take any action… Read more »

The South Dakota Department of Transportation is facing some unexpected bridge repairs. Department Secretary Joel Jundt told the Transportation Commission yesterday (Wednesday) that two I-90 bridges were hit and damaged. D.O.T. Operations Manager Craig Smith says it will take time to fix the bridges. Smith says the western bridge will be fixed next spring also.… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The last time a major arctic outbreak plunged into the deep south in February of 2021, much of the natural gas distribution system froze up, causing some supply issues. South Dakota Public Utilities Commission Chairman Chris Nelson says many of those systems have made changes. Nelson says natural gas suppliers in South Dakota… Read more »

ABERDEEN,S.D.(Press Release)- Due to the inclement weather today, Thursday, December 22nd, the YAPAtorium will not be opening and the following programs are cancelled: All ARCC Dance Classes and Music Lessons. There will be no Rec Skate at the Odde Ice Center today.

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Below zero temperatures and 20-30mph winds have combined to create treacherous conditions for those who have to go outside Thursday– with more of the same in store through Saturday. Dr. Michael Richardson with Avera Medical Group in Pierre says if you have to go out, be sure to cover up. Richardson says some… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Due to the Christmas Day Holiday observance on Monday, December 26th, City garbage pick-up will change.  Residents who normally have their garbage picked up on Monday are asked to have their garbage out for pick-up by 8:00 AM, Tuesday, December 27th.  Both Monday’s and Tuesday’s garbage will be picked up on Tuesday. … Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(WNAX)- Two people were wounded in an officer involved shooting in Sioux Falls on Tuesday. Police Chief Jon Thum says an officer approached a car at a convenience store gas pump to ask about a substituted license plate. Thum says as the car was backing up, the officer fired. The two people in… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A drag show at South Dakota State University that was advertised as “family friendly” has led to policy changes by the Board of Regents. The Regents held a special meeting Wednesday and talked about the issue in closed session for about an hour. When they came out of executive session, Regent Jeff Partridge… Read more »