PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- Most cell phone companies will turn off their 3G service next week. That is a heritage product that connects many flip phones and other older models. Erik Gaikowski, state director of AARP-South Dakota says that change may impact a number of older folks. Gaikowski says friends and family may want to check on… Read more »
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Law enforcement in Yankton determining how to handle medical marijuana licenses
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Now that the state has approved two medical marijuana licenses in Yankton, it leaves open the question of law enforcement. City Manager Amy Leon says police have been looking at the issue. Leon says each location has advantages and challenges. Leon says some standard regulations from the state would be useful. Legislators continue… Read more »
Dakota State announce program to expand cybersecurity
MADISON, S.D.(KELO)- Dakota State University recently announced a multi-million dollar project that will expand its cyber security program to Sioux Falls. Governor Kristi Noem believes that the program will provide benefits for years to come. Sioux Falls has several high-dollar infrastructure projects planned in the coming years. One of the most impactful may be DSU’s… Read more »
Governor in her weekly news conference addressed Medicaid expansion & marijuana
PIERRE, S.D.(KMIT & KXLG)- A bill that would expand Medicaid health coverage eligibility to people who live below 133% of the federal poverty level was defeated in the South Dakota Senate this week. The issue will now be before voters in the November election. During her weekly press conference on Thursday, Governor Kristi Noem said… Read more »
Bill to ditch requirement for front license plate defeated
PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- A bill that if approved would have ditched a requirement for front license plates in South Dakota has been killed by the Senate Transportation Committee. Senate Bill 191 was a constituent bill brought by Senator Jim Bolin of Canton. Thomas Frisch of Dakota Dunes was the only proponent of the bill. Jason Husby,… Read more »
Congressman Johnson express opinion on what’s happening in Ukraine
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- American diplomacy is in overdrive today, attempting to head off a threatened invasion of Ukraine by Russian military forces. South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says Russian leader Vladimir Putin has to be stopped. Johnson says economic sanctions have to be led by European allies. Johnson says any impacts to the US from a… Read more »
Senate Commerce & Energy Committee passed bill dealing with marijuana
PIERRE, S.D.(SDBA)- A legislative committee is pushing forward a bill that would decriminalize and regulate marijuana in South Dakota. The bill passed the Senate Commerce and Energy committee with a vote of 5 to 3. Senate Bill 3 reduces the charge for possessing small amounts of marijuana from a felony to a misdemeanor for people… Read more »
Movie music with the Aberdeen University/Civic Symphony set for Feb. 26 at NSU
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Aberdeen University/Civic Symphony treats you to a “Night at the Oscars,” featuring some of the most beloved themes from movies conducted by director, Dr. Christopher Stanichar. The concert takes place on Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the NSU Johnson Fine Arts Center Jewett Theater. There will be a Pre-Concert… Read more »
SD Dept of Health reports 8 new COVID-19 related deaths
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 8 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases & hospitalizations decreased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,766. The state had 392 new cases and 1,010 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 9,145. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus is… Read more »
SD Department of Health continue to emphasize following guidelines against COVID-19
PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- South Dakota’s COVID hospitalization rate is down 31% over the past 14 days. As hospitalizations due to the coronavirus continue to drop, most who are hospitalized continue to be those that are unvaccinated. South Dakota Department of Health Interim Health Secretary Joan Adam: At least 71% of South Dakotan’s have received at least… Read more »