News Category: Local News

“The Music of Adele” coming to the Capitol Theatre this week

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Community Theatre will be presenting “The Music of Adele” on Thursday & Friday at the Capitol Theatre. Colleen Raye will be performing both night.  Raye talks about how she was introduced to Adele. Raye talks about her friends got her into perform Adele’s music to the public. Raye talks about some… Read more »

“The Music of Adele” coming to the Capitol Theatre this week

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Community Theatre will be presenting “The Music of Adele” on Thursday & Friday at the Capitol Theatre. Colleen Raye will be performing both night.  Raye talks about how she was introduced to Adele. Raye talks about her friends got her into perform Adele’s music to the public. Raye talks about some… Read more »

Senator Thune react to concerns that Russia could use nuclear weapons against Ukraine

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- There is growing concern that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin could resort to some type of nuclear attack in hopes of reversing his military position in Ukraine. South Dakota Senator John Thune says they have had briefings about that possibility. Thune says the Russians are losing ground. Thune says it’s a national security issue.… Read more »

Senator Thune react to concerns that Russia could use nuclear weapons against Ukraine

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- There is growing concern that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin could resort to some type of nuclear attack in hopes of reversing his military position in Ukraine. South Dakota Senator John Thune says they have had briefings about that possibility. Thune says the Russians are losing ground. Thune says it’s a national security issue.… Read more »

In South Dakota, we celebrate Native American Day

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Today, in celebration of Native American Day, Governor Kristi Noem issued the following statement: “For South Dakotans, the second Monday in October, is recognized as Native American Day. In 1990 South Dakota was the first state in the nation to establish Native American Day as an official state holiday. This difference… Read more »

In South Dakota, we celebrate Native American Day

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Today, in celebration of Native American Day, Governor Kristi Noem issued the following statement: “For South Dakotans, the second Monday in October, is recognized as Native American Day. In 1990 South Dakota was the first state in the nation to establish Native American Day as an official state holiday. This difference… Read more »

Board of Regents met last week in Madison

MADISON, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Board of Regents met last week at Dakota State University in Madison. Executive Director Brian Maher gave the board what he called a follow-up on their activities. Maher said they continue to update the SB55 follow up. Maher said they are also holding small group meetings with legislators around the… Read more »

Board of Regents met last week in Madison

MADISON, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Board of Regents met last week at Dakota State University in Madison. Executive Director Brian Maher gave the board what he called a follow-up on their activities. Maher said they continue to update the SB55 follow up. Maher said they are also holding small group meetings with legislators around the… Read more »

Obesity rate on the rise in the U.S.

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The obesity rate in the country continues to rise as more states cross a critical threshold. Madison West with the “Trust for America’s Health” says they are seeing those numbers rise in all categories. West says South Dakota’s rate is also high and rising. West says the thirty five percent mark is significant.… Read more »

Obesity rate on the rise in the U.S.

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The obesity rate in the country continues to rise as more states cross a critical threshold. Madison West with the “Trust for America’s Health” says they are seeing those numbers rise in all categories. West says South Dakota’s rate is also high and rising. West says the thirty five percent mark is significant.… Read more »

SD Tourism Secretary looking to promote tourism in other parts of the state

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- While tourism overall is a big industry in South Dakota, there is potential in other, more low key locations. State Tourism Department Secretary Jim Hagen says they have been working with the tribes in developing travel to their areas. Hagen says some of their efforts are starting to pay off. Hagen says that… Read more »

SD Tourism Secretary looking to promote tourism in other parts of the state

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- While tourism overall is a big industry in South Dakota, there is potential in other, more low key locations. State Tourism Department Secretary Jim Hagen says they have been working with the tribes in developing travel to their areas. Hagen says some of their efforts are starting to pay off. Hagen says that… Read more »

USDA offering program to help grain producers

WASHINGTON, D.C.(DRGNews)- A new US Department of Agriculture program is assisting grain producers in three states with rebuilding on-farm grain storage sites after facilities were destroyed by natural disasters this past year. US Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux (do-sha-no) says operations in South Dakota, Minnesota and Kentucky are eligible to apply… Read more »

USDA offering program to help grain producers

WASHINGTON, D.C.(DRGNews)- A new US Department of Agriculture program is assisting grain producers in three states with rebuilding on-farm grain storage sites after facilities were destroyed by natural disasters this past year. US Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency Administrator Zach Ducheneaux (do-sha-no) says operations in South Dakota, Minnesota and Kentucky are eligible to apply… Read more »

Aberdeen Fire Rescue responds to small fire inside mobile home

ABERDEEN, S.D. – On October 6, 2022 at 1512 hours, Aberdeen Fire Rescue responded to the 600 block of south 13th Street for a reported fire inside a mobile home. On arrival, fire crews found a small area of fire that occurred near the furnace. Fire crews extinguished hot spots and completed overhaul to ensure… Read more »

Aberdeen Fire Rescue responds to small fire inside mobile home

ABERDEEN, S.D. – On October 6, 2022 at 1512 hours, Aberdeen Fire Rescue responded to the 600 block of south 13th Street for a reported fire inside a mobile home. On arrival, fire crews found a small area of fire that occurred near the furnace. Fire crews extinguished hot spots and completed overhaul to ensure… Read more »

Mental Illness Awareness Week was this past week

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. Janet Kittams, CEO of South Dakota’s Helpline Center, says it can be difficult to start a conversation about someone’s– including your own– mental health. She says people may not be aware of how long a mental health issue has been disrupting them. The 988 Suicide and… Read more »

Mental Illness Awareness Week was this past week

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. Janet Kittams, CEO of South Dakota’s Helpline Center, says it can be difficult to start a conversation about someone’s– including your own– mental health. She says people may not be aware of how long a mental health issue has been disrupting them. The 988 Suicide and… Read more »

Senator Thune talks about the Senate race in Georgia

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Georgia republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker has become entangled in allegations of paying for a girlfriend’s abortion as he runs as a strong pro-life candidate. South Dakota Senator John Thune says voters have to sift through the charges and counter charges. Thune says the race is center to control of the Senate next… Read more »

Senator Thune talks about the Senate race in Georgia

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Georgia republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker has become entangled in allegations of paying for a girlfriend’s abortion as he runs as a strong pro-life candidate. South Dakota Senator John Thune says voters have to sift through the charges and counter charges. Thune says the race is center to control of the Senate next… Read more »