OMAHA, Neb. (WNAX) – While the last monthly report on the Mid America economy indicated continued slow growth, there are several looming threats. Creighton University professor Ernie Goss, who compiles the report, says there is one overriding concern now. Goss says the virus could have multiple impacts on regional businesses. Goss says it also looks… Read more »
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Backyard Astronomy class meeting tonight
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – A pair of Backyard Astronomy classes are being offered in Aberdeen. The first class is at 7 tonight and the continuation of the class is 7 p.m. next Tuesday, March 17, both at the Library Auditorium on the second floor of the Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center. Gene Morsching, Recreation Superintendent,… Read more »
Folk musician-entertainer to perform Thursday at K.O. Library
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Noted folk musician and entertainer Dennis Warner is coming to Aberdeen. He will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday at the K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library. Warner, who lives in Minnesota, said he does about 100 shows throughout the year. He said people can expect a variety of music during his show.… Read more »
Day County officials asking for help with missing man
WEBSTER, S.D. (Press Release) – Day County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s help in locating 67-year-old Richard “Butch” Carpenter. Richard is 5 ft 8”, 225 pounds with blue eyes and white hair. Last known clothing description is a black Duluth trading jacket, blue shirt with blue jeans. His last known location was near Bitter… Read more »
Deal will give raises to schools, employees, providers; fund hemp program
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem says a budget deal has been worked out to provide funding increases to three important groups. Noem, during a news conference today referred to her State of the State Address. Noem says the deal will give two percent increases to schools, state workers and Medicaid providers.… Read more »
Chamber event open to entire family on Thursday
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – This month’s Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours features something different. The event, which takes place on Thursday, March 12, is for the entire family this time. Bea Smith, Director of Membership and Events with the Chamber, provides the details. She said that Allevity has things for the entire… Read more »
Man severely burned in grass fire dies from injuries
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – The man who was hurt after a fire got out control in Minnehaha County has died from his injuries. Seventy-four-year-old Michael Schuldt died Sunday, according to Capt. Josh Phillips with the Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities say the incident took place Sunday afternoon outside a residence on Sand… Read more »
Rounds says U.S. supplies could be impacted by coronavirus
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WNAX) – Congress approved about $8 billion in emergency spending last week to deal with the rising coronavirus threat. South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds says U.S. supplies could be impacted. Rounds says the government will have to react as those shortages develop. Rounds says other supply lines will have to be developed. China… Read more »
Oglala Sioux president suspending travel for tribal employees
RAPID CITY, S.D. (Rapid City Journal) — The Oglala Sioux president is suspending all travel for tribal employees and is urging people who don’t live on the reservation to stay away because of the international outbreak of coronavirus. Julian Bear Runner has called an emergency meeting Monday morning to address the travel ban he’s enacted… Read more »
Man rescued from grain bin near Pierre
PIERRE, S.D. (KCCR) – A man suffered non-life-threatening injuries Friday night after being rescued from a grain bin. Pierre Fire Chief Ian Paul says the Pierre Rescue Unit along with the Pierre Rural and Harrold Fire Departments were called to grain bin east of Pierre off Highway 34 three miles south on Joe Creek Road.… Read more »