News Author: Hub City Radio Staff

First board members of the Freedom Scholarship endowment fund appointed

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The first board members of the Freedom Scholarship endowment fund have been appointed by Governor Kristi Noem. Dana Dykhouse of Sioux Falls, is on the board of the Build Dakota Scholarship Fund, and says they will model this board on that one. Other initial board members include Miles Beacom, Phyllis Heineman, Diana Vanderwoude… Read more »

First board members of the Freedom Scholarship endowment fund appointed

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The first board members of the Freedom Scholarship endowment fund have been appointed by Governor Kristi Noem. Dana Dykhouse of Sioux Falls, is on the board of the Build Dakota Scholarship Fund, and says they will model this board on that one. Other initial board members include Miles Beacom, Phyllis Heineman, Diana Vanderwoude… Read more »

Despite shortages, Pierre Schools are off to a solid start

The 2021-22 year is going smoothly so far for the Pierre School District, but Supt. Dr. Kelly Glodt told the school board at Tuesday’s night meeting, they’re having to work around various staff shortages. Glodt says the Pierre School District isn’t alone in dealing with a staff shortage. He says there’s also a need for… Read more »

Despite shortages, Pierre Schools are off to a solid start

The 2021-22 year is going smoothly so far for the Pierre School District, but Supt. Dr. Kelly Glodt told the school board at Tuesday’s night meeting, they’re having to work around various staff shortages. Glodt says the Pierre School District isn’t alone in dealing with a staff shortage. He says there’s also a need for… Read more »

Harvest better than expected in South Dakota

KIMBALL, S.D.(WNAX)- Despite a drought stressed summer, some surprising harvest results are rolling into area elevators. Todd Yeaton at Gavillon in Kimball says yields are better than expected so far. Yeaton says soybeans are also doing better than earlier estimates. Yeaton says they expect to see more loads over the next month or so. Yeaton… Read more »

Harvest better than expected in South Dakota

KIMBALL, S.D.(WNAX)- Despite a drought stressed summer, some surprising harvest results are rolling into area elevators. Todd Yeaton at Gavillon in Kimball says yields are better than expected so far. Yeaton says soybeans are also doing better than earlier estimates. Yeaton says they expect to see more loads over the next month or so. Yeaton… Read more »

Mandatory 10-digit dialing begins Oct. 24

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Beginning Oct. 24, mandatory 10-digit dialing will start to take effect across South Dakota. On and after this date, you must dial the area code + telephone number for all local calls. Local calls dialed with only seven digits may not be completed. Instead, a recording may inform you that your… Read more »

Mandatory 10-digit dialing begins Oct. 24

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Beginning Oct. 24, mandatory 10-digit dialing will start to take effect across South Dakota. On and after this date, you must dial the area code + telephone number for all local calls. Local calls dialed with only seven digits may not be completed. Instead, a recording may inform you that your… Read more »

Entrepreneurship Lunch & Learn coming up Wednesday, October 20th

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)-  The Aberdeen Development Corporation to host Entrepreneurship Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, October 20th. The event is designed to hear success stories from local entrepreneurs in & around the community. Those attending will also learn about the South Dakota Launch FAST program. The FAST Launch program is designed to assist South Dakota entrepreneurs… Read more »

Entrepreneurship Lunch & Learn coming up Wednesday, October 20th

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)-  The Aberdeen Development Corporation to host Entrepreneurship Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, October 20th. The event is designed to hear success stories from local entrepreneurs in & around the community. Those attending will also learn about the South Dakota Launch FAST program. The FAST Launch program is designed to assist South Dakota entrepreneurs… Read more »

Avon schools coping well against COVID-19

AVON, S.D.(WNAX)- Lingering Covid-19 infections are causing minor issues for schools, so far. Avon School Superintendent Tom Culver says they have not had any outbreaks. Culver says they are keeping a close watch on any close contact students. Culver says they are trying to turn it into a learning situation.

Avon schools coping well against COVID-19

AVON, S.D.(WNAX)- Lingering Covid-19 infections are causing minor issues for schools, so far. Avon School Superintendent Tom Culver says they have not had any outbreaks. Culver says they are keeping a close watch on any close contact students. Culver says they are trying to turn it into a learning situation.

Progress being made on new Mitchell High School

MITCHELL, S.D.(KMIT)- Progress on a new Mitchell High School continues as the Mitchell School Board on Tuesday approved the bid for construction management services for the project from Puetz (pitts) Design + Build in Mitchell.  The bid proposals were scored based on three criteria: experience, services provided, and costs and fee structure.  Total cost of… Read more »

Progress being made on new Mitchell High School

MITCHELL, S.D.(KMIT)- Progress on a new Mitchell High School continues as the Mitchell School Board on Tuesday approved the bid for construction management services for the project from Puetz (pitts) Design + Build in Mitchell.  The bid proposals were scored based on three criteria: experience, services provided, and costs and fee structure.  Total cost of… Read more »

South Dakota students persevere in taking ACT, scores stay above national average

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – South Dakota’s average ACT composite score for 2021 was 21.6, compared to the national average of 20.3. The composite score reflects sub-scores across the subjects of English, math, reading and science. ACT is a commonly recognized college entrance exam. “It goes without saying how challenging the 2020-21 school year was, as… Read more »

South Dakota students persevere in taking ACT, scores stay above national average

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – South Dakota’s average ACT composite score for 2021 was 21.6, compared to the national average of 20.3. The composite score reflects sub-scores across the subjects of English, math, reading and science. ACT is a commonly recognized college entrance exam. “It goes without saying how challenging the 2020-21 school year was, as… Read more »

SD Dept of Health reports no new COVID-19 related deaths

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported no 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 2,177. The state had 1.088 new cases and 1.538 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 6,089. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »

SD Dept of Health reports no new COVID-19 related deaths

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported no 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 2,177. The state had 1.088 new cases and 1.538 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 6,089. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »

Aberdeen, Milbank and Rosebud Reservation receive 2021 Healthy Hometown Powered by Wellmark Community Award

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(Press Release) —Three South Dakota communities —Aberdeen, Milbank and Rosebud Reservation—were each presented with a 2021 Healthy Hometown Powered by Wellmark Community Award during the Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Promotion Annual Partners Meeting held virtually on Tuesday, Oct. 12. The award is recognition for their accomplishments in health improvement initiatives within their… Read more »

Aberdeen, Milbank and Rosebud Reservation receive 2021 Healthy Hometown Powered by Wellmark Community Award

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(Press Release) —Three South Dakota communities —Aberdeen, Milbank and Rosebud Reservation—were each presented with a 2021 Healthy Hometown Powered by Wellmark Community Award during the Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Promotion Annual Partners Meeting held virtually on Tuesday, Oct. 12. The award is recognition for their accomplishments in health improvement initiatives within their… Read more »