PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) The state of South Dakota is making five-million dollars available to help children who’ve been abused or neglected…or have been victims of domestic or sexual assault. The money was approved by the legislature and Governor earlier this year. Attorney General Marty Jackley’s office begins taking applications for the funds today… There is… Read more »
News Author: Sy Ewoniuk
Sioux Falls PD trying to combat new street racing problem in the city
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) The city of Sioux Falls is working hard to keep up with population growth…building new, wider, smoother roads. In the process, they’re also creating new race tracks for street racers. Night Traffic Officer Mark Toland says racers aggressively defy police patrol efforts… Police Chief Jon Thum is setting a firm tone… Read more »
Aberdeen, SD Holiday Garbage Change
ABERDEEN, SD (Press Release) HOLIDAY GARBAGE CHANGE: Due to the 4th of July Holiday observance on Thursday, July 4th, and Friday, July 5th, City garbage and recycling pick-up will change. Residents who normally have their garbage picked up on Thursday are asked to have their garbage out for pick-up by 7:00 AM, Wednesday, July 3rd.… Read more »
Aberdeen, SD Water Restrictions Update
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio) As of late June, the City of Aberdeen was placed on level one water restrictions. Stu Nelson, Public Works Director & City Engineer, provided a statement on why the restrictions were issued. Nelson also gave an update on the timeline needed for the repairs. Nelson notes the biggest change will… Read more »
The ADA presents The Red Roses for the “Welcome Back Wolves” August Downtown Concert
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio) The first installment of the Downtown Summer Concert Series has come and gone, but with that comes an exciting announcement for the August 22nd Summer Concert Series show. Megan White with the Aberdeen Downtown Association is pleased to announce the band performing downtown in August. White explains why The Red… Read more »
Road Closed – 1st Ave. SW between S. 3rd St. & S. 4th St.
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) ROAD CLOSED: Beginning at 10 am Tuesday, June 25, 2024, the following road will be closed to thru traffic for water and sewer line repair and patching: 1st Ave. SW between S. 3rd St. & S. 4th St. The road is scheduled to be closed until approximately 5 pm Friday, or until finished. … Read more »
Senator Thune’s stance on Biden’s Latest Student Loan Giveaway
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Press Release) One year ago, the U.S. Supreme Court rightly ruled that President Biden did not have the authority to unilaterally forgive federal student loan debt. But that hasn’t stopped the president from contriving new student loan giveaways that amount to de facto loan forgiveness and will cost taxpayers hundreds of billions of… Read more »
Impact on the farm economy during an election year
OMAHA, NE (KELO) The first presidential candidate debate of the election is now less than a week away. Election-year politics can have a profound effect on the economy. Creighton University Economist, Dr. Ernie Goss, says he’s particularly concerned about the impact on the farm economy… Farm income is already expected to be down this year.… Read more »
Lewis & Clark Water Project receives additional funding
MADISON, S.D. (KELO) It feels a bit like an early Christmas… That’s the response of Troy Larson, executive director of the Lewis & Clark Rural Water system. The Bureau of Reclamation just announced another ten million dollars in extra funding for the project this year. The money allows Lewis & Clark to get water to… Read more »
City of Aberdeen Public Service Announcement Update
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) Dear Residents, Here is a summary of the water status: Boil Order: Instituted due to empty water towers after a water main break. Current Actions: Aberdeen Water Works staff are collecting water samples for contamination testing, which will be sent to the state lab in Pierre. Expected Outcome: If tests are… Read more »