ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – The November meeting of the Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce’s Community Affairs Committee will feature David Owen, President of the South Dakota Chamber of Commerce & Industry, as the speaker. Mr. Owen will be giving a preview of the 2020 South Dakota legislative session. This event will take place on… Read more »
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Pedestrian struck and killed by pickup in downtown Sturgis
STURGIS, S.D. (AP) — Sturgis police say a 68-year-old man was struck and killed by a pickup in the city’s downtown. Authorities say the man was struck as he walked in a crosswalk on Monday morning. The Rapid City Journal reports the victim as pinned under the pickup. Officers and bystanders were able to move… Read more »
Noem holding firm in opposition to hemp
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – While legislators have been working on an industrial hemp bill during the interim, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is holding firm in her opposition. She says she has not heard from any major farm group supporting industrial hemp. Noem says the only profit being made in hemp now is in CBD… Read more »
Committee considering revisions of drug laws
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – An interim South Dakota legislative committee is working to come up with possible revisions of drug laws that would include more treatment options. The “Offenses Regarding Controlled Substances” committee met last week in Pierre. Committee Vice Chair, Senator Craig Kennedy of Yankton, says they are moving toward some agreements. Kennedy is… Read more »
Democratic Party plans next moves
PIERRE, S.D. (DRG News) – Leaders of the South Dakota Democratic Party met in Fort Pierre over the weekend to start to formulate a plan to rectify the party’s financial woes. Acting chairman Randy Seiler says the party plans to elect a new chair in December. Chairwoman Paula Hawks and executive director Stacey Burnette both… Read more »
Sanford Health agrees to pay more than $20 million to settle lawsuit
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) — Sanford Health has agreed to pay more than $20 million to settle a federal lawsuit. The suit involved alleged kickback schemes by a Sanford Physician, Dr. Wilson Asfora. Asfora was accused of illegally profiting from medical devices he invented. The suit alleged that Sanford Health knew about the kickbacks. “Kickbacks… Read more »
Vermillion fundraising campaign to benefit economic development
VERMILLION, S.D. (WNAX) – The Vermillion Chamber and Development Corporation recently wrapped up a $2 million fundraising campaign aimed at economic development. Chamber Executive Director Nate Welch says their first priority is to help existing businesses expand. Welch says they will also be looking for the next new opportunity. Welch says they want to make… Read more »
Details released in fatal shooting in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) – Sioux Falls Police have released more details in the weekend homicide near 10th Street and Main Avenue across from Club David. Officer Sam Clemens says the victim, Benjamin Donahue III, was shot twice in the head. He says the victim and the suspect, 36-year-old Max Bolden had “a history” with… Read more »
Red Cross provides Halloween safety tips
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Press Release) — Halloween is just days away, and little ghosts, pirates and super heroes will soon take to the streets for trick-or-treat fun. The Dakotas Region of the American Red Cross has tips to help everyone stay safe while enjoying the festivities. Ten Tips for a Safe Halloween Make sure trick-or-treaters… Read more »
Solano to resign from State Senate
PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – Senator Alan Solano today announced that he will resign his seat in the State Senate effective November 30. Solano has represented District 32 in the State Senate since 2014. “Serving in the South Dakota Senate has been extremely rewarding, and I’ll forever be indebted to the people of District 32… Read more »