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Congressman Johnson comment on South Dakota’s economy

WASHINGTON, D.C.(KELO)- South Dakota boasts the lowest unemployment rate in the nation. But, Congressman Dusty Johnson says the state’s economy is fading fast. Johnson says that’s why he’s leaving the U-S House and running for Governor next year, to generate the plan and urgency needed to get the state back on track.

Congressman Johnson comment on South Dakota’s economy

WASHINGTON, D.C.(KELO)- South Dakota boasts the lowest unemployment rate in the nation. But, Congressman Dusty Johnson says the state’s economy is fading fast. Johnson says that’s why he’s leaving the U-S House and running for Governor next year, to generate the plan and urgency needed to get the state back on track.

Senator Thune looking to change Senate Rules on nominations

WASHINGTON, D.C.(KELO)- The gloves are coming off in the U-S Senate, and Majority Leader John Thune pushes to get hundreds of President Trump’s nominees comfirmed. He says Democrats have obstructed the process in an unprecedented way, playing partisan games to hold up, oppose and block the nominations. For the first time ever, he says none… Read more »

Senator Thune looking to change Senate Rules on nominations

WASHINGTON, D.C.(KELO)- The gloves are coming off in the U-S Senate, and Majority Leader John Thune pushes to get hundreds of President Trump’s nominees comfirmed. He says Democrats have obstructed the process in an unprecedented way, playing partisan games to hold up, oppose and block the nominations. For the first time ever, he says none… Read more »

Aberdeen citizens discuss pros and cons of two-way Main Street

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen City Council held a work session on Monday addressing the two-way Main Street.  Following their presentation, citizens were allowed to comment both in favor and oppose to the project. Proponents: Group leading the case for this project is the Aberdeen Downtown Association.  Executive Director Alexa Sheldon talks about how this will… Read more »

Aberdeen citizens discuss pros and cons of two-way Main Street

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen City Council held a work session on Monday addressing the two-way Main Street.  Following their presentation, citizens were allowed to comment both in favor and oppose to the project. Proponents: Group leading the case for this project is the Aberdeen Downtown Association.  Executive Director Alexa Sheldon talks about how this will… Read more »

Recap of work session addressing two-way Main Street

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen City Council held a work session on Monday addressing the issue of a need for a two-way Main Street in downtown Aberdeen. Aberdeen City Manager Robin Bobzien addressed getting an agreement in place with the Aberdeen Downtown Association for this project. Bobzien discuss the estimate for the cost of the project… Read more »

Recap of work session addressing two-way Main Street

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen City Council held a work session on Monday addressing the issue of a need for a two-way Main Street in downtown Aberdeen. Aberdeen City Manager Robin Bobzien addressed getting an agreement in place with the Aberdeen Downtown Association for this project. Bobzien discuss the estimate for the cost of the project… Read more »

SD GF&P optimistic for upcoming bird hunting season

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Officials with the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department are optimistic about the prospects for a great bird hunting season this fall.  Senior Wildlife Biologist Alex Solem says last year was good on its own merits. Solem says last year was the first year of an extended prairie grouse season. Solem says… Read more »

SD GF&P optimistic for upcoming bird hunting season

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Officials with the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department are optimistic about the prospects for a great bird hunting season this fall.  Senior Wildlife Biologist Alex Solem says last year was good on its own merits. Solem says last year was the first year of an extended prairie grouse season. Solem says… Read more »

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Three SD schools selected National Blue Ribbon Schools

PIERRE, S.D. – Three South Dakota schools have been selected as National Blue Ribbon Schools. This prestigious award recognizes schools for their excellence in overall academic performance or for their progress in closing the achievement gap among student subgroups. The South Dakota schools named as National Blue Ribbon Schools are: Howard High School; Jones County… Read more »

Three SD schools selected National Blue Ribbon Schools

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PIERRE, S.D. – Three South Dakota schools have been selected as National Blue Ribbon Schools. This prestigious award recognizes schools for their excellence in overall academic performance or for their progress in closing the achievement gap among student subgroups. The South Dakota schools named as National Blue Ribbon Schools are: Howard High School; Jones County… Read more »

Senator Kevin Jensen comment on upcoming special session

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- In two weeks, South Dakota legislators will meet in a special session to decide the fate of a proposed 650-million dollar men’s prison to be built in Sioux Falls. The prison proposal was defeated by the full legislature in March, and has had its ups and downs since. The most recent challenge… Read more »

Senator Kevin Jensen comment on upcoming special session

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- In two weeks, South Dakota legislators will meet in a special session to decide the fate of a proposed 650-million dollar men’s prison to be built in Sioux Falls. The prison proposal was defeated by the full legislature in March, and has had its ups and downs since. The most recent challenge… Read more »

Lake Area Tech Tailgate Tour stopped in Aberdeen on Friday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)– Lake Area Technical College celebrated its second stop on its 60th Anniversary Tailgate Tour, Friday night at the Aberdeen Central vs. Tea football game. The evening featured a scholarship presentation, community fun and recognition of one outstanding student-athlete. Blake Madsen, a senior at Aberdeen Central High School, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship… Read more »

Lake Area Tech Tailgate Tour stopped in Aberdeen on Friday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)– Lake Area Technical College celebrated its second stop on its 60th Anniversary Tailgate Tour, Friday night at the Aberdeen Central vs. Tea football game. The evening featured a scholarship presentation, community fun and recognition of one outstanding student-athlete. Blake Madsen, a senior at Aberdeen Central High School, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship… Read more »

Plane crash at Brookings Regional Airport Saturday

BROOKINGS, S.D.(Press Release)- On Saturday, Sept. 6, at approximately 9:00 a.m., the City of Brookings Police Department received an emergency 911 call reporting that a Beechcraft, single-engine, four-seat plane had crashed on the property of the Brookings Regional Airport. The plane crashed approximately an eight of a mile from the runaway and approximately 75 yards from… Read more »

Plane crash at Brookings Regional Airport Saturday

BROOKINGS, S.D.(Press Release)- On Saturday, Sept. 6, at approximately 9:00 a.m., the City of Brookings Police Department received an emergency 911 call reporting that a Beechcraft, single-engine, four-seat plane had crashed on the property of the Brookings Regional Airport. The plane crashed approximately an eight of a mile from the runaway and approximately 75 yards from… Read more »

National Farmers Union to do Fly-In at Washington on September 8th-10th

WASHINGTON, D.C.(Press Release)- Farmers Union members from across the country will gather in Washington, DC for the NFU’s 2025 Fall Legislative Fly-In from September 8-10, 2025. Fly-in attendees will: Hear from U.S. Department of Agriculture officials about current events, opportunities, and other initiatives the department is undertaking. Meet with administration officials from across the federal… Read more »

National Farmers Union to do Fly-In at Washington on September 8th-10th

WASHINGTON, D.C.(Press Release)- Farmers Union members from across the country will gather in Washington, DC for the NFU’s 2025 Fall Legislative Fly-In from September 8-10, 2025. Fly-in attendees will: Hear from U.S. Department of Agriculture officials about current events, opportunities, and other initiatives the department is undertaking. Meet with administration officials from across the federal… Read more »