ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Social distancing isn’t stopping Northern State University students from staying connected – thanks to innovative ideas from NSU Student Involvement and Leadership. The department, along with Northern’s Campus Activities Board, will be offering virtual events for students while they must remain off campus due to the COVID-19 situation. First up… Read more »
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Aberdeen Public Schools preparing for week ahead
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Aberdeen Public Schools have been busy preparing a plan for students since they will not be allowed to meet in their classrooms next week. Superintendent Becky Guffin said it has been a challenge coming up with a plan that encompassed students of all grade levels. Another challenge is finding ways for… Read more »
Small businesses now eligible for economic assistance
PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem announced today that small businesses and non-profit organizations in South Dakota that have been negatively impacted by the global COVID-19 virus are now eligible for economic assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). “I submitted a request to the SBA for expedited approval of… Read more »
One killed in crash south of McLaughlin
McLAUGHLIN, S.D. (Press Release) – One woman died early Thursday morning in a one-vehicle crash south of McLaughlin. The name of the deceased is not being released pending notification of family. She was the only person involved. A 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche was southbound on South Dakota Highway 63 when the 35-year-old driver lost control of… Read more »
Community leaders discuss COVID-19 developments
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Community leaders gathered Friday morning to discuss the most recent developments regarding COVID-19. There are no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Brown County, although that information might be a bit misleading, according to Todd Forkel Regional President and CEO of Avera St. Luke’s Hospital. Both Avera and Sanford have to send… Read more »
Aberdeen schools ready to implement flexible learning
ABERDEEN, S.D. (aberdeennews.com) – Flexible learning opportunities and e-learning are new catchphrases at schools as districts look at being closed for a second week. Gov. Kristi Noem’s closure orders have been in response to concerns about COVID-19. There will be no K-12 in-person classes in South Dakota before March 30. In response, some schools are… Read more »
Applications for Billie Sutton Leadership Institute open April 1
BURKE, S.D. (Press Release) – The Billie Sutton Leadership Institute has announced that fellowship applications for a second class of leaders will open April 1, 2020. Last spring, Billie Sutton, former state senator and 2018 candidate for governor of South Dakota, launched the non-partisan Sutton Leadership Institute dedicated to inspiring and preparing the next generation… Read more »
South Dakota reports three more cases of COVID-19
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – The South Dakota State Health Lab got more supplies to be able to test more coronavirus samples. Governor Kristi Noem says more positives turned up. Noem says the new positive cases were clustered. Noem says they will be investigating the new positive cases. Noem says they expect more positive cases as… Read more »
Warrant out for Twohearts
ABERDEEN, S.D. (APD Facebook Post) – Darrell Twohearts, 40, is wanted for Brown County warrants involving aggravated assault and possession of a controlled substance. He is believed to be armed. If you see him, please do not approach him. Call law enforcement immediately. You can reach dispatch at 626-7911.
Johnson hearing from livestock producers
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WNAX) – South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says he is hearing from livestock producers and is looking to get them some help. Cash prices for livestock have crashed following the coronavirus outbreak while retail demand increases. Johnson says the U.S. Ag Department has programs in place that could be adapted. Johnson says there… Read more »