RAPID CITY, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -Dakota News Now will host a debate between Gov. Kristi Noem (R, S.D.) and Rep. Jamie Smith (D, S.D.), and libertarian candidate Tracey Quint as they compete for the position of South Dakota Governor. The debate airs Friday, September 30th, at 7:00 pm on Fox Sioux Falls and sister… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- As temperatures cool, there will be more reliance on natural gas to keep our homes warm. Luke Hansen, Manager of Gas Supply for Northwestern Energy, says they have been watching prices rise. Hansen says it all adds up to higher prices. Hansen says despite that, they anticipate that customers won’t see much of… Read more »

Beginning at 8:00am on Monday, October 3rd, the following road will be closed to thru traffic and water will be off in the following areas for sewer repairs: 27th Ave Northeast (Dakota Estates Building) The road is expected to remain closed until 10/4/2022, motorists are advised to take alternate routes until the work is completed. … Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – A total of 23 sobriety checkpoints in 16 counties are scheduled during October, according to the South Dakota Department of Public Safety. The monthly checkpoints are designed to encourage people to not drink and drive. The checkpoints are funded by the South Dakota Office of Highway Safety and conducted by the… Read more »

HURON, S.D.(KOKK)- Huron High School’s homecoming queen nearly missed her own coronation. Say Ma is a member of the Tiger girl’s tennis team and was in in Mitchell Tuesday for the ESD Conference tournament. Coronation was scheduled at the Huron Arena that night after the Huron-SF Washington volleyball match. Huron tennis coach Rachel Kary said… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- the Aberdeen Rural Fire Fighter(ARFF) station #3 performed a scheduled burn ban exercise Thursday.  This fire station is used primarily for the Aberdeen Regional Airport which is about 2 miles from the station. AARF Coordinator Lieutenant Chris Scott explains how the process works. Scott talks about how the station uses an app that… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission will hold a public meeting on Xcel Energy’s request to raise their electric rates by about nineteen percent. Commissioner Gary Hanson says it’s important to get the public feedback. Commissioner Kristie Fiegen says it should be easily accessible. Commissioner Chairman Chris Nelson says he wants an open… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Voters in Clay County will vote in November on a forty-two-million-dollar bond issue to build a new law enforcement – jail complex. Sheriff Andy Howe says they are operating a very outdated jail now. Howe says they can only hold prisoners for a short term now. Howe says they have to find space… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- A veteran’s group is looking to help more service members get outdoor experiences. Spokesman Mark Johnston says they have been working on this for a while. Johnston says it’s a chance for vets to reconnect with others with similar military experiences. Johnston says he has been able to take part in some of… Read more »