PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – The State of South Dakota and FEMA are opening Disaster Recovery Centers in six counties across the state. The centers offer in-person support to individuals and businesses that suffered losses from the severe winter storms and flooding from Sept. 9 – 26, 2019. Each center will be open for five… Read more »
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South Dakota gets grade of D on fighting sex trafficking of minors
BROOKINGS, S.D. (KJJQ) – A recent report gave South Dakota a “D” grade when it comes to fighting the sex trafficking of minors. It was one of only two states to grade that low. South Dakota is one of the few states that saw its grade fall, primarily because of legislation that sent any minor… Read more »
SD Voice lawsuit being heard in Aberdeen
ABERDEEN, S.D. (AP) – A federal trial challenging a state law that will require petition circulators to register is getting underway in Aberdeen. The lawsuit, filed by the grassroots organization SD Voice, seeks an injunction to stop the law from taking effect next July. It requires petition circulators to apply with the secretary of state… Read more »
Economics professor says China trade agreement would be big boost
OMAHA, Neb. (WNAX) – A recent survey of business managers in the nine state Mid America region found the possibility of an economic contraction in the next six months. Ernie Goss, an economics professor at Creighton University in Omaha, says getting a trade agreement with China would be a big boost. Goss says Congress is… Read more »
Christmas with the Chamber Thursday
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The Annual Christmas with the Chamber is set for Thursday, Dec. 12 at the Dakota Event Center. The event starts at 5:15 p.m. with entertainment beginning at 8 p.m. Bea Smith, Director of Membership and Events with the Chamber, provides the details. Individuals do not need to be members of the… Read more »
Officials watching for signs of spring flooding
AMES, Iowa (WNAX) – Weather experts are watching for trends that may point to more flooding next spring. Dennis Todey with the Midwest Climate Hub (in Ames Iowa) says they are seeing some conditions this fall similar to last year. Todey says there may be more planting delays next spring. Todey says the trend into… Read more »
Next couple of weeks crucial to many small businesses
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – Black Friday and Cyber Monday are past, and businesses are looking at a fast sprint to Christmas. Nathan Sanderson, Executive Director of the South Dakota Retailers Association, says these last few weeks are very important to many small businesses. Sanderson says the final rush each year depends on the calender. Many… Read more »
Annual Battle of the Badges blood drive Dec. 11-13
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The 14th Annual Battle of the Badges blood drive takes place Wednesday through Friday, Dec. 11-13 at City Lights (formerly the Eagles). Hours are Noon to 7 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday. Bailey Gemar (gamer), Donor Recruitment Representative with Vitalant, talked about this… Read more »
More than a dozen vaping-related illnesses reported in South Dakota
BROOKINGS, S.D. (KJJQ) – Vaping-related illnesses have now been reported in all 50 states with more than a dozen in South Dakota. The Centers for Disease Control says the culprit seems to be an additive to THC oil. THC oil is illegal in South Dakota and a growing problem in Brookings County. States Attorney Dan… Read more »
Two found dead after trailer fire near Pine Ridge
PINE RIDGE, S.D. (AP) – Two people were found dead after a trailer fire near Pine Ridge earlier this week. The fire happened early Monday about three miles east of Pine Ridge. Oglala Sioux Police Chief Robert Ecoffey says the trailer was fully engulfed when first responders arrived. He was waiting for results of DNA… Read more »