HURON, S.D. (Press Release) – Aberdeen crop and cattle farmer, Jeff Kippley was recognized by National Farmers Union during the 2020 National Convention with the Bruce Miller Award for his active involvement in state and national Farmers Union events as well as his community. “This award recognizes individuals who demonstrate the mission and vision of… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem says so far, COVID-19 infection numbers are staying fairly stable. Noem says she continues to be in contact with federal officials. Noem is encouraging everyone to follow common sense guidelines. Noem says the state has more coronavirus test kits but is running low on supplies needed… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (aberdeennews.com) – First responders and tactical teams were dispatched to north Aberdeen on Monday afternoon to a report of a domestic assault and were on the scene for nearly nine hours. The suspect they were looking for, however, was not found. Teams moved into the area around 12:30 p.m. A suspect had been… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – When all the budget pieces came together for state lawmakers last week, they were able to find the money for two percent increases to schools, Medicaid providers and state workers. Eric Olilla, Executive Director of the South Dakota State Employees Organization, says it was a nice finish. Ollila says they also… Read more »

BROOKINGS, S.D. (KJJQ) – Coronavirus is in South Dakota. leading governor Kristie Noem to declare an emergency and close schools this week. The latest numbers? There are 10 cases that have tested positive for COVID-19 and 327 negative tests. There has been one fatality that has been connected to the virus. COVID-19 is a highly… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D. (WNAX) – The budget bill was the final one passed by state legislators last week before they adjourned. Representative Ryan Cwach of Yankton says the budget passage hinged on two percent increases for state workers, schools and Medicaid providers. Cwach says they also passed a plan that makes more money available for roads… Read more »

HURON, S.D. (Press Release) – Representing more than 18,000 family farmers and ranchers throughout South Dakota in his role as SD Farmers Union President, Doug Sombke was re-elected to serve as Treasurer of the national organization’s executive board during the 118th NFU Convention, held in Savannah, Georgia March 1-3, 2020. “My first priority is serving… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Citing the continued high risk of exposure to the COVID-19 virus throughout the United States and in the interest of public safety, the South Dakota Board of Regents announced today that classes will temporarily move online for all of its institutions, including Northern State University. “It has been an unprecedented… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (APD Facebook post) – The Aberdeen Police Department has posted on its Facebook page that it is currently dealing with a situation in the 100 block of Seventh Ave. N.W. Streets are barricaded for blocks in all directions. The APD advises staying away from the area for safety reasons. If you are in… Read more »