OMAHA, N.E.(WNAX)- For the 12th straight month, the Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index, a leading economic indicator for the nine-state region stretching from Minnesota and the Dakotas to Arkansas, moved into vigorous growth territory. Ernie Goss director of Creighton University’s Economic Forecasting Group says while still positive, the overall index dropped a bit. Goss… Read more »
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NSU Gypsy Day Parade registration now open
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – After two years with festivities either reduced or canceled due to a winter storm and COVID-19, Northern State University is excited to once again celebrate its homecoming this fall. Gypsy Day 2021 is Saturday, Oct. 2, with the 105th annual parade that morning in downtown Aberdeen. Parade registration is now open,… Read more »
Leadership Aberdeen class tackles newcomer challenges
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio) — Moving to a new place is a major life change. It can be hard to make new connections and get to know a new town, especially during a global pandemic. To help welcome those that are new to Aberdeen – and those that have been here a while but want to get… Read more »
SDPPC executive on USDA failing to appeal court ruling on package plant line speeds
WASHINGTON, D.C.(WNAX)- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has decided not to seek to overturn a court ruling ordering the nation’s pork processing plants to operate at lower line speeds. South Dakota Pork Producers Council Executive Director Glenn Muller says the impact of the decision will lead to an increase in the backlog of hogs at… Read more »
SD Redistricting Committee to meet today in Pierre
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The Redistricting Committees of the South Dakota legislature hold their first meetings of the interim today in Pierre. Representative Ryan Cwach of Yankton, a member of the House committee, says they had a brief meeting in Pierre before the end of the legislative session. Cwach says they plan to hold public hearings this… Read more »
AAA of South Dakota anticipates an increase in travel this summer in the state
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The Memorial Day holiday weekend kicked off the summer travel season and Shawn Steward with Triple “A” South Dakota says lots of people want to get outdoors. Steward says they expect a strong summer travel season. Steward says gas prices across South Dakota are averaging about two ninety, up over a dollar over… Read more »
The Aquatic Center in Yankton opened to the public Monday
YANKTON, S.D.The (WNAX)- The ribbon was cut on the Huether Family Aquatics Center in Yankton on Saturday. Despite temperatures in the low 60s, an invited crowd enjoyed the water features. Yankton Mayor Stephanie Moser says its hard to describe the opening. Moser says there is a long history of a swimming pool on the site… Read more »
Doctor encouraging teens to receive the COVID-19 vaccine
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The FDA and CDC have cleared Pfizer Covid-19 vaccinations for kids ages 12 to 17. Yankton Pediatrician Dr April Willman says she has been talking to parents about the safety of the vaccine. Willman says many parents are worried about side effects from the Covid-19 shots. Willman says she has treated a number… 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(through Friday), while active cases & hospitalizations decreased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,014. The state had 31 new cases and 34 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 382. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »
Boys & Girls State returns this week at Aberdeen & Vermillion
After a year off due to the pandemic, Girls State returns to the University of South Dakota in Vermillion this week. Executive Director Tiffany Newman says it has been a challenge to pick it back up. Newman says they have a good number of girls attending. Newman says the program, sponsored by the American Legion… Read more »