PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – The spikes in coronavirus infections in southern and western states should be a warning and could be a possible preview. South Dakota State Epidemiologist Dr Josh Clayton says those types of increases could happen here. Clayton says this round of infections is hitting younger people. Clayton says they continue to… Read more »
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Northern distributes CARES Act grants, creates Student Emergency Relief Fund
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Northern State University is helping students impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic any way it can – including finding ways to provide financial assistance. One method of financial help was provided through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act. Northern received $329,889 in CARES Act funding to be awarded to… Read more »
Congress likely to consider another economic rescue plan
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WNAX) – It appears likely that Congress will consider another economic rescue plan in the next few weeks. South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says the Senate is taking the lead on the next package. Johnson says he doesn’t think the Senate will go as big as the House attempted. Johnson says he would… Read more »
Prison sentences handed down in rape, sexual contact cases
ABERDEEN, S.D. (By Elisa Sand esand@aberdeennews.com) – Two men received multi-year prison sentences in separate cases, one involving rape and the other sexual contact with a child under the age of 16. Derek E. Simmons, 24, of Aberdeen pleaded guilty to rape and was sentenced to 15 years in prison with five years suspended. He… Read more »
Hot, dry conditions could impact crops
AMES, Iowa (WNAX) – A warm week to end June could set the stage for hot and dry conditions well into July. Dennis Todey, head of the USDA’s Midwest Climate Hub (in Ames Iowa) says that heat could hit crops. Todey says corn will hit a critical stage next month. Todey says soybeans have more… Read more »
Joint Approprations Committee gets update on budget
YANKTON, S.D. (WNAX) – The Joint Appropriations Committee of the South Dakota legislature was updated last week on state revenues and the budget. Committee Member, Representative Jean Hunhoff of Yankton says they made some minor adjustments. The two percent increase will go to raises for state employees, health care providers and state aid to education.… Read more »
5G won’t hit all rural areas immediately
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – With many areas of the state still having limited cellphone and broadband coverage, it’s hoped 5G technology will fill in those gaps. South Dakota Public Utilities Commissioner Chris Nelson says it may take a while to get to all rural areas. Nelson says federal funding will help push the 5G rollout.… Read more »
Tips provided for fireworks safety
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – There will be fireworks lit all across the area this weekend during the Fourth of July celebration. Chad Nilson, Aberdeen Fire Marshal, said the first thing to remember is that fireworks cannot be set off within city limits. He also provided some common sense tips to shooting off fireworks. Nilson recommends… Read more »
DSS launches 605 Strong crisis counseling program
PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – The Department of Social Services (DSS) launched 605 Strong, a new crisis counseling program, dedicated to helping people struggling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Many individuals have been isolated from their families, have lost jobs or their businesses – the pandemic has impacted so many and we want… Read more »
Participants in bounty program can turn in tails Wednesday
PIERRE, S.D. (DRG News) – Participants in the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks’ Nest Predator Bounty Program can turn in tails Wednesday (July 1) from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. At each location, signs will be posted and GFP staff will be on hand to provide instructions and direct traffic. Tails must be frozen… Read more »