News Author: Hub City Radio Staff

SDSU President talks about their upcoming plans

BROOKINGS, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Board of Regents told university presidents to “dream big” during their annual planning session this spring. South Dakota State University President Barry Dunn says his plan is to keep doing what they are doing. Dunn says they want to rebuild the west river Cottonwood Research Station that had significant storm… Read more »

SDSU President talks about their upcoming plans

BROOKINGS, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Board of Regents told university presidents to “dream big” during their annual planning session this spring. South Dakota State University President Barry Dunn says his plan is to keep doing what they are doing. Dunn says they want to rebuild the west river Cottonwood Research Station that had significant storm… Read more »

New businesses heading into the Fort Pierre

FORT PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- From a senior living complex, to hotels to outdoor recreation stores, Fort Pierre is seeing an influx of businesses this year. Mayor Gloria Hanson says two hotels will be built this fall. Hanson says the space for the new Yellowstone Senior Living complex is nearly ready for construction to start. Along with… Read more »

New businesses heading into the Fort Pierre

FORT PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- From a senior living complex, to hotels to outdoor recreation stores, Fort Pierre is seeing an influx of businesses this year. Mayor Gloria Hanson says two hotels will be built this fall. Hanson says the space for the new Yellowstone Senior Living complex is nearly ready for construction to start. Along with… Read more »

Prep continues for the upcoming Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

RAPID CITY, S.D. – The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally begins in three weeks, and public safety during the largest tourism event in South Dakota was the topic of discussion at Camp Rapid Wednesday. More than one hundred people representing a variety of organizations were on hand to talk about things such as monitoring weather patterns and… Read more »

Prep continues for the upcoming Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

RAPID CITY, S.D. – The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally begins in three weeks, and public safety during the largest tourism event in South Dakota was the topic of discussion at Camp Rapid Wednesday. More than one hundred people representing a variety of organizations were on hand to talk about things such as monitoring weather patterns and… Read more »

Governor Noem, legislators, and Pro-Life advocates issue joint statement on South Dakota Policies for Life

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Today, Governor Kristi Noem, legislators, and pro-life advocates issued a joint statement on South Dakota’s policies to save lives and help mothers: “In the last few weeks, it has become clear that South Dakota is the most pro-life state in the nation. Our laws are saving lives, and resources like Life.SD.gov… Read more »

Governor Noem, legislators, and Pro-Life advocates issue joint statement on South Dakota Policies for Life

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Today, Governor Kristi Noem, legislators, and pro-life advocates issued a joint statement on South Dakota’s policies to save lives and help mothers: “In the last few weeks, it has become clear that South Dakota is the most pro-life state in the nation. Our laws are saving lives, and resources like Life.SD.gov… Read more »

Housing market still strong in South Dakota

HURON, S.D.(WNAX)- Despite rising prices and interest rates, home sales are still going strong. Real estate agent Roger Chase of Huron says they are still seeing a fast market. Chase says price doesn’t seem to be a barrier to selling a home. Chase says the turnover of homes is still very rapid. Chase is also… Read more »

Housing market still strong in South Dakota

HURON, S.D.(WNAX)- Despite rising prices and interest rates, home sales are still going strong. Real estate agent Roger Chase of Huron says they are still seeing a fast market. Chase says price doesn’t seem to be a barrier to selling a home. Chase says the turnover of homes is still very rapid. Chase is also… Read more »

Hot & dry weather causing problems at Lewis & Clark

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- A combination of hot, dry weather and supply chain issues are causing problems for a large water delivery system. Troy Larson, Executive Director of the Lewis & Clark Regional Water System says demand is outrunning their ability to deliver. Larson says their well capacity has fallen from last year. Larson says they are… Read more »

Hot & dry weather causing problems at Lewis & Clark

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- A combination of hot, dry weather and supply chain issues are causing problems for a large water delivery system. Troy Larson, Executive Director of the Lewis & Clark Regional Water System says demand is outrunning their ability to deliver. Larson says their well capacity has fallen from last year. Larson says they are… Read more »

Process to improve the James River water quality moving slowly

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Improving the flow and water quality of the James River is a slow process. Dave Bartel, Manager of the James River Water Development District, says conditions change every year. Bartel says some stretches of the river has had flood conditions this year. Bartel says they are seeing water quality improve. The district received… Read more »

Process to improve the James River water quality moving slowly

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Improving the flow and water quality of the James River is a slow process. Dave Bartel, Manager of the James River Water Development District, says conditions change every year. Bartel says some stretches of the river has had flood conditions this year. Bartel says they are seeing water quality improve. The district received… Read more »

Yankton College Alumni & Educational Center opening held Thursday

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The official opening of the Yankton College Alumni and Educational Center was held Thursday at the Mead Building Historical Center. Dr Joseph Ward, a member of the Board of Trustees, says its an emotional day for him and his family. The center, on the third floor of the building, will hold displays of… Read more »

Yankton College Alumni & Educational Center opening held Thursday

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The official opening of the Yankton College Alumni and Educational Center was held Thursday at the Mead Building Historical Center. Dr Joseph Ward, a member of the Board of Trustees, says its an emotional day for him and his family. The center, on the third floor of the building, will hold displays of… Read more »

Governor Kristi Noem declines debate hosted by SDPB

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Friday, in response to an inquiry from South Dakota Public Broadcasting (SDPB) regarding why Governor Noem does not plan to participate in their gubernatorial debate, the Kristi for Governor campaign announced that they will not be participating in the debate due to extreme leftist slant from National Public Radio (NPR)… Read more »

Governor Kristi Noem declines debate hosted by SDPB

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Friday, in response to an inquiry from South Dakota Public Broadcasting (SDPB) regarding why Governor Noem does not plan to participate in their gubernatorial debate, the Kristi for Governor campaign announced that they will not be participating in the debate due to extreme leftist slant from National Public Radio (NPR)… Read more »

Governor Noem requests Presidential Disaster Declaration for June 11-14 storm damage

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Friday, Governor Kristi Noem requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration and signed Executive Order 2022-08 to help South Dakota local governments recover from public infrastructure damage sustained as a result of tornado, severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, and hail that occurred June 11-14, 2022 in six counties statewide. FEMA assistance is requested… Read more »

Governor Noem requests Presidential Disaster Declaration for June 11-14 storm damage

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Friday, Governor Kristi Noem requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration and signed Executive Order 2022-08 to help South Dakota local governments recover from public infrastructure damage sustained as a result of tornado, severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, and hail that occurred June 11-14, 2022 in six counties statewide. FEMA assistance is requested… Read more »