ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Aberdeen Step Up Ministries is a program that main function is to help those who are homeless. Alton Vilhauer with Aberdeen Step Up talks about the focus of this ministry. Vilhauer discuss how the organization came about. Dale Bain also with Aberdeen Step Up look to establish relationships with those who are homeless.… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Governor Noem’s “Freedom Works Here” national workforce recruitment campaign is already shattering expectations. In five days since the campaign’s launch, over 1,300 people have submitted applications to find career opportunities in South Dakota. “The state that has the workers will be the state that wins,” said Governor Noem. “It is my responsibility… Read more »

MADISON, S.D.(KJJQ)- South Dakota legislative leaders talk priorities with the South Dakota Board of Regents. The majority leaders and other lawmakers met with the Regents at their recent meeting at Dakota State University in Madison. Regents are hoping for another year of no increase in tuition. Board of Regents President Tim Rave says the two-year… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Governor Noem’s Workforce Freedom bill, SB 76, will go into effect on July 1st. The bill recognizes out-of-state occupational licenses for nearly every profession. The prime sponsors of the legislation were Sen. Jim Stalzer (R-11) and Rep. Tyler Tordsen (R-14). “Our economy is booming, but our workforce is experiencing some growing pains.… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – The bill to give South Dakotans a tax holiday, HB 1137, will go into effect on July 1st. The bill temporarily lowers the state sales tax rate from 4.5% to 4.2%. “South Dakotans built the strongest economy in the nation with their work ethic and trust in our Freedom. This tax reduction… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- It’s a great example of partnership between industry and higher education. Amazon is partnering with Southeast Technical College to provide tuition assistance to Amazon employees. Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Benjamin Valdez, says it’s ideal for employees looking to expand their horizons. Earlier this year, Amazon also partnered with USD on… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Once again this year, there will not be a fireworks display at Mount Rushmore for the nation’s Independence Day holiday. South Dakota US Representative Dusty Johnson says the President’s Administration turned down Governor Kristi Noem’s request this week. Noem has been a vocal critic of President Joe Biden and his policies, having filed… Read more »