News Author: Hub City Radio Staff

The SD Dept of Health provide their latest update on COVID-19 Wednesday

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The race is on between Covid-19 vaccinations and another infection surge. South Dakota State Epidemiologist Dr Josh Clayton says more rapid vaccinations will tamp down that infection curve. Clayton says Covid variants are still a threat. Clayton says there may be some infection increases and decreases from week to week for some time.… Read more »

The SD Dept of Health provide their latest update on COVID-19 Wednesday

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The race is on between Covid-19 vaccinations and another infection surge. South Dakota State Epidemiologist Dr Josh Clayton says more rapid vaccinations will tamp down that infection curve. Clayton says Covid variants are still a threat. Clayton says there may be some infection increases and decreases from week to week for some time.… Read more »

SD bill to remove many restriction to home schoolers on its way to Governor’s desk

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A bill that removes many restrictions on home schooling passed the South Dakota House and is on the way to the Governor. Representative Rebecca Reimer of Chamberlain, one of the prime sponsors, says the bill makes four minor changes. Representative Linda Duba of Sioux Falls says not all students do well in home… Read more »

SD bill to remove many restriction to home schoolers on its way to Governor’s desk

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A bill that removes many restrictions on home schooling passed the South Dakota House and is on the way to the Governor. Representative Rebecca Reimer of Chamberlain, one of the prime sponsors, says the bill makes four minor changes. Representative Linda Duba of Sioux Falls says not all students do well in home… Read more »

Senate continue investigation into US Senate bill dealing with intrusions into federal computer systems

WASHINGTON, D.C.(WNAX)- A major intrusion into federal computer systems is still being investigated. South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds says they know who made the hack. Rounds, a member of the Armed Services Committee, says there is no evidence of damage yet. Rounds says they haven’t been told what the Russians may have gained from the… Read more »

Senate continue investigation into US Senate bill dealing with intrusions into federal computer systems

WASHINGTON, D.C.(WNAX)- A major intrusion into federal computer systems is still being investigated. South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds says they know who made the hack. Rounds, a member of the Armed Services Committee, says there is no evidence of damage yet. Rounds says they haven’t been told what the Russians may have gained from the… Read more »

SD Senate approve bill to appropriate funds for SDSU Cottonwood Field Station

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The South Dakota Senate has approved a bill to appropriate funds so the Board of Regents can update the South Dakota State University Cottonwood Field Station in Jackson County.  Senator Gary Cammack of Union Center says the research complex was heavily damaged by severe weather last week. Cammack says the Cottonwood Field Station… Read more »

SD Senate approve bill to appropriate funds for SDSU Cottonwood Field Station

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The South Dakota Senate has approved a bill to appropriate funds so the Board of Regents can update the South Dakota State University Cottonwood Field Station in Jackson County.  Senator Gary Cammack of Union Center says the research complex was heavily damaged by severe weather last week. Cammack says the Cottonwood Field Station… Read more »

SD legislative budget writers look to finalize 2022 Budget by next week

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota legislative budget writers are grinding through the details to come up with a final version next week. Governor Kristi Noem proposed a two-point four percent increase for state workers, community service providers and state aid to education. Senate Appropriations Committee Chair, Jean Hunhoff of Yankton, says they will probably stick to… Read more »

SD legislative budget writers look to finalize 2022 Budget by next week

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota legislative budget writers are grinding through the details to come up with a final version next week. Governor Kristi Noem proposed a two-point four percent increase for state workers, community service providers and state aid to education. Senate Appropriations Committee Chair, Jean Hunhoff of Yankton, says they will probably stick to… Read more »

Dr. Alyssa Kiesow named Dean of NSU College of Arts and Sciences

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Dr. Alyssa Kiesow has been named the new Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Northern State University. Kiesow was selected from a strong pool of national candidates, bringing a wealth of experience as a faculty member and leader, said NSU Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr.… Read more »

Dr. Alyssa Kiesow named Dean of NSU College of Arts and Sciences

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Dr. Alyssa Kiesow has been named the new Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Northern State University. Kiesow was selected from a strong pool of national candidates, bringing a wealth of experience as a faculty member and leader, said NSU Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr.… Read more »

One person dead following two-vehicle crash near Sisseton

SISSETON, S.D.(Press Release) – One person died Tuesday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash north of Sisseton. The names of the two people involved are not being released pending notification of family members. A 2021 Chevrolet Silverado pickup, traveling northbound on Interstate 29, was parked on the shoulder of the road due to a flat tire.… Read more »

One person dead following two-vehicle crash near Sisseton

SISSETON, S.D.(Press Release) – One person died Tuesday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash north of Sisseton. The names of the two people involved are not being released pending notification of family members. A 2021 Chevrolet Silverado pickup, traveling northbound on Interstate 29, was parked on the shoulder of the road due to a flat tire.… Read more »

Aberdeen Park, Rec & Forestry Dept Job Fair coming March 9th

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department will be holding a Job Fair on Tuesday, March 9 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at the ARCC located at 225 3rd Avenue SE.  The department hires over 150 summer staff in over 30 different positions.  These positions are in the areas of Parks, Forestry,… Read more »

Aberdeen Park, Rec & Forestry Dept Job Fair coming March 9th

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department will be holding a Job Fair on Tuesday, March 9 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at the ARCC located at 225 3rd Avenue SE.  The department hires over 150 summer staff in over 30 different positions.  These positions are in the areas of Parks, Forestry,… Read more »

Medicinal Marijuana bill working it way through the SD Legislature

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A bill writing rules and regulations for medical marijuana in South Dakota is still making its way through the legislature.  Representative Mike Stevens of Yankton says it is a massive bill. The amended bill would delay the legalization of medical marijuana to January first. Stevens says some allowances need to be made to… Read more »

Medicinal Marijuana bill working it way through the SD Legislature

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A bill writing rules and regulations for medical marijuana in South Dakota is still making its way through the legislature.  Representative Mike Stevens of Yankton says it is a massive bill. The amended bill would delay the legalization of medical marijuana to January first. Stevens says some allowances need to be made to… Read more »

SD Dept of Health reported in 5 COVID-19 related deaths

PIERRE, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 5 new COVID-related deaths(1 in Brown County), while active cases & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health today. The death total currently at 1,893. The state had 181 new cases and 158 recoveries, increasing active infections to 1,993. Those hospitalized in… Read more »

SD Dept of Health reported in 5 COVID-19 related deaths

PIERRE, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 5 new COVID-related deaths(1 in Brown County), while active cases & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health today. The death total currently at 1,893. The state had 181 new cases and 158 recoveries, increasing active infections to 1,993. Those hospitalized in… Read more »