YANKTON, S.D. (WNAX) – The coronavirus pandemic has forced many changes in how medical services are provided. Doug Ekeren, President of Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, says the virus has moved many patients to use technology for their medical visits. Ekeren says they now have to figure out how best to treat their patients… Read more »
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Pair of law enforcement employees punished for social media posts
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — A pair of people who work in South Dakota law enforcement have been punished for social media posts they made about the death of George Floyd and the ensuing protests. The Rapid City Journal reports that the state attorney general’s office said a contractor is no longer working with the… Read more »
Coronavirus cases increase by 33 in South Dakota, no new deaths reported
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (By Lisa Kaczke Sioux Falls Argus Leader) – The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in South Dakota increased by 33 and no new deaths were reported on Monday. South Dakota has a total of 5,471 COVID-19 cases as of Monday, according to the state health department. That doesn’t include people who show symptoms… Read more »
Sioux Falls Police searching for teen accused of attempted murder
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Police in Sioux Falls are searching for a 17-year-old accused of attempted murder during riots that developed from a protest on May 31 over the death of George Floyd. Sioux Falls police say they have video of the teen throwing rocks at police, then pulling a handgun from his pants… Read more »
Remaining exam stations to open by appointment only
PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – South Dakota’s 20 remaining driver license exam stations will open by appointment only starting June 15. The exam stations are located in: Armour, Belle Fourche, Chamberlain, Custer, Elk Point, Hot Springs, Madison, Martin, Milbank, North Sioux City, Parker, Pine Ridge, Rosebud, Sisseton, Spearfish, Sturgis, Vermillion, Wagner, Webster and Winner. Starting… Read more »
Man arrested in connection with fatal assault in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. (Rapid City Journal) — Police in Rapid City have made an arrest in a fatal assault at a local motel. Officers were sent to the motel Saturday about 10 p.m. on a report of an assault and found the victim in a room unresponsive. Emergency responders determined the man had died. Investigators… Read more »
Media availability call at 11:45 on KSDN
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Secretary of Health Kim Malsam-Rysdon and State Epidemiologist Dr. Joshua Clayton will hold a brief media availability via conference call at 11:45 a.m. today to discuss developments surrounding coronavirus in South Dakota. The event will be carried live on 930-102.1 KSDN.
Region impacted by storms, more likely on the way
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The region felt the impact of thunderstorms last night and more could be on the horizon this evening. Ryan Lueck, Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Aberdeen, said that moisture amounts ranged from 1 to 3 inches during last night’s activity. He said that the winds were the big problem,… Read more »
Join SDSU Extension Staff for a Virtual Coffee Break
BROOKINGS, S.D. (Press Release) – Throughout the summer of 2020, SDSU Extension staff are hosting monthly virtual coffee breaks on a variety of topics. Each month the featured speaker will share information and will be available to answer your questions. The sessions are free and will be recorded. You can participate via telephone, computer or… Read more »
Survey shows majority want Sturgis Rally postponed
STURGIS, S.D. (Rapid City Journal) — A survey by the Sturgis City Council found that most locals want the 80th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally postponed due to the coronavirus. The city mailed 3,290 surveys to resident addresses and more than 60 percent of those responding want the rally suspended. The city will hear a presentation… Read more »