News Author: Hub City Radio Staff

Bill to enhance Capitol Lake on its way to the governor’s desk

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- A bill to enhance Capitol Lake in Pierre has passed the South Dakota Senate.  House Bill 1013 outlines a two-part process to make much-needed repairs and beautification to the small lake on the east side of the State Capitol complex. Senator Mary Duvall of Pierre says several areas need to be addressed at… Read more »

Bill to enhance Capitol Lake on its way to the governor’s desk

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- A bill to enhance Capitol Lake in Pierre has passed the South Dakota Senate.  House Bill 1013 outlines a two-part process to make much-needed repairs and beautification to the small lake on the east side of the State Capitol complex. Senator Mary Duvall of Pierre says several areas need to be addressed at… Read more »

Senator Thune reacts to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- With the recent news that Russia has invaded Ukraine, we wanted to localize this global event. We had to opportunity to speak with U.S. Senator John Thune to get his thoughts on the situation. He says we have to “remember this is Ukraine’s fight but the U.S. and our allies can provide weapons,… Read more »

Senator Thune reacts to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- With the recent news that Russia has invaded Ukraine, we wanted to localize this global event. We had to opportunity to speak with U.S. Senator John Thune to get his thoughts on the situation. He says we have to “remember this is Ukraine’s fight but the U.S. and our allies can provide weapons,… Read more »

House bill to change how pastureland was taxed defeated in Senate Committee

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A bill that would change how pastureland is assessed and taxed was heard in the South Dakota Senate Taxation Committee. Sponsor, Representative Trish Ladner of Hot Springs, says the bill would correct most of the problems with assessing and taxing grasslands. James Halverson, Executive Director of the South Dakota Stockgrowers, told the Senators… Read more »

House bill to change how pastureland was taxed defeated in Senate Committee

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A bill that would change how pastureland is assessed and taxed was heard in the South Dakota Senate Taxation Committee. Sponsor, Representative Trish Ladner of Hot Springs, says the bill would correct most of the problems with assessing and taxing grasslands. James Halverson, Executive Director of the South Dakota Stockgrowers, told the Senators… Read more »

House bill to allows doctor to dispense ivermectin for treatment of COVID fails to clear Senate Committee

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A bill that would allow medical professionals to dispense ivermectin for treatment of Covid-19 and other infections was debated in the South Dakota Senator Health and Human Services Committee. Representative Tony Randolph of Rapid City testified in support of the bill, talking about his experiences with Covid-19. Justin Bell, a lobbyist for the… Read more »

House bill to allows doctor to dispense ivermectin for treatment of COVID fails to clear Senate Committee

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A bill that would allow medical professionals to dispense ivermectin for treatment of Covid-19 and other infections was debated in the South Dakota Senator Health and Human Services Committee. Representative Tony Randolph of Rapid City testified in support of the bill, talking about his experiences with Covid-19. Justin Bell, a lobbyist for the… Read more »

Outdoor ice rinks closed for the season

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is announcing that the city outdoor ice rinks will be closed for the season as of Thursday, February 24. This means the warming houses are not open and the ice rink surfaces will not be maintained. Recreational skating continues at the Odde Indoor Ice Arena… Read more »

Outdoor ice rinks closed for the season

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is announcing that the city outdoor ice rinks will be closed for the season as of Thursday, February 24. This means the warming houses are not open and the ice rink surfaces will not be maintained. Recreational skating continues at the Odde Indoor Ice Arena… Read more »

Govermor Noem talks vehicle bills during press briefing

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has a difference of opinion with republican legislative leadership over so called “vehicle bills”. Noem says legislators need to be more open with their intentions. Noem says some of the bills make policy changes along with spending priorities. Legislators also use the “hog house” process where the text… Read more »

Govermor Noem talks vehicle bills during press briefing

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has a difference of opinion with republican legislative leadership over so called “vehicle bills”. Noem says legislators need to be more open with their intentions. Noem says some of the bills make policy changes along with spending priorities. Legislators also use the “hog house” process where the text… Read more »

SD Dept of Health reports 4 new COVID-19 related deaths

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 4 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases decreased & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,788. The state had 113 new cases and 536 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 5,686. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »

SD Dept of Health reports 4 new COVID-19 related deaths

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 4 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases decreased & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,788. The state had 113 new cases and 536 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 5,686. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »

March Business After Hours is set for March 10th at Yelduz Shrine

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The March Business After Hours mixer at the Yelduz Shrine(802 S Main Street) on Thursday, March 10th and is sponsored by Plains Commerce Bank and the Yelduz Shrine. The Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors a Business After Hours networking mixer each month from 5:15 to 7 pm at various business locations. The… Read more »

March Business After Hours is set for March 10th at Yelduz Shrine

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The March Business After Hours mixer at the Yelduz Shrine(802 S Main Street) on Thursday, March 10th and is sponsored by Plains Commerce Bank and the Yelduz Shrine. The Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors a Business After Hours networking mixer each month from 5:15 to 7 pm at various business locations. The… Read more »

February License Plate Decals due Monday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- This Monday, February 28th is the deadline to renew license plate decals for February. Brown County Treasurer Patty VanMeter provides the letter this month.  

February License Plate Decals due Monday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- This Monday, February 28th is the deadline to renew license plate decals for February. Brown County Treasurer Patty VanMeter provides the letter this month.  

House Bill 1318 restricting telemedicine abortions passes the chamber

PIERRE, S.D.(SDBA)- The State House is approving a significant change for additional restrictions against telemedicine abortions. House Bill 1318 passed with a vote of 62 to 8 along party lines. The bill requires women to visit a licensed abortion clinic and removes the option for telemedicine prescriptions of abortion medication. State lawmakers are also considering… Read more »

House Bill 1318 restricting telemedicine abortions passes the chamber

PIERRE, S.D.(SDBA)- The State House is approving a significant change for additional restrictions against telemedicine abortions. House Bill 1318 passed with a vote of 62 to 8 along party lines. The bill requires women to visit a licensed abortion clinic and removes the option for telemedicine prescriptions of abortion medication. State lawmakers are also considering… Read more »