ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The 14th Annual Northern Fort Playhouse will open on Friday, July 12 at Fort Sisseton Historic Park. The event will feature shows each weekend throughout the month of July. Pam Lunzman, Program Director, said that this year’s program will feature two musicals for the first time. The Fort Playhouse will… Read more »
News Author: Dave Vilhauer
Johnson shares thoughts on rescinding medals
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WNAX) – A bill has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives that would rescind 20 Medals of Honor awarded to soldiers following the Wounded Knee massacre in 1890 in South Dakota. South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says the Army has conducted reviews of those Medals in the past. Johnson says rescinding… Read more »
Man dies from injuries sustained in crash near Herreid
HERREID, S.D. (Press Release) – One man has died from injuries sustained in a two-vehicle crash that occurred Tuesday evening near Herreid. Names of the deceased and other driver involved are not yet being released pending notification of family members. A 2015 Freightliner Cascadia semi truck and trailer were northbound on U.S. Highway 83. While… Read more »
City to spray for mosquitoes Sunday night
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – The City of Aberdeen has scheduled a city wide spraying for Sunday, July 7, 2019 between the hours of 8:30 p.m. and 1 a.m. The Adulticiding equipment is noisy and travels at 10 mph. The mosquito control trucks are identified and travel with a flashing yellow light. To ensure spray… Read more »
Are we On? (Dave Vilhauer blog)
Sometimes, the more inconspicuous you try to appear, the more attention you draw. On numerous occasions in recent years I have traveled to events that have required somewhat formal attire. I am not a big suit and tie kind of guy, but I also dress for the occasion. That said, I often take a change… Read more »
Primrose Wingo Bingo set for July 16
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The monthly Primrose Wingo Bingo is set for Tuesday, July 16, at Buffalo Wings & Rings. The event is a fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association. Jessica Rehder, Sales Director at Primrose, talked about the fundraising event. Rehder provided details on the night of bingo. She said Primrose has raised more than… Read more »
Weather plays big role in slow start to tourism season
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – The long cold wet spring is having an impact on visitors to the state. South Dakota Department of Tourism Secretary Jim Hagen says it has been a slow start. Hagen says the weather has hit most outdoor activities. Hagen says they do have some visitation numbers to state and national parks… Read more »
Wet spring delays work projects
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – The South Dakota Transportation Commission rejected several bids for construction work this year that came in well over estimates. Department Secretary Darin Bergquist says they have seen a quick turnaround on bids. Bergquist says the cold, wet spring delayed a lot of work. Bergquist says they have seen fewer companies bidding… Read more »
Hornaman featured artist at PC Wein Gallery
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) –Presentation College is pleased to announce the new Wein Gallery exhibit by Aberdeen artist, Molly Hornaman. The show, entitled “Color Me Happy” is full of vibrant paintings of a variety of animals. Molly is known for her ‘Pico’ paintings, which started as a result of a friend’s Chihuahua who passed away.… Read more »
Highway Patrol out in full force this weekend
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – Lots of people are expected to be on the roads this holiday weekend and the South Dakota Highway Patrol is gearing up to handle the increase. Superintendent Colonel Rick Miller says there is a lot going on this weekend. Miller says people need to pay attention to the road in front… Read more »