VERMILLION, S.D.(WNAX)- While university campuses across the state are quiet now, preparations are underway for the start of classes late next month. University of South Dakota President Sheila Gestring says they are better prepared to help students with financial challenges. Gestring says she doesn’t want to guess on student numbers yet. Overall student enrollment at… Read more »
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Governor Noem, Rep Jamie Smith, & Libertarian candidate Tracy Quint accepts debate invitation from Dakota News Now and KOTA/KEVN
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Today, the Kristi for Governor campaign accepted an invitation to a gubernatorial debate co-hosted by Dakota News Now and KOTA/KEVN. The debate will take place in Rapid City on September 30, shortly after the opening of early absentee voting. Governor Noem sent a letter to Representative Jamie Smith announcing that she accepted the… Read more »
Forbes Magazine names CorTrust Bank best bank in South Dakota
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(Press Release)– CorTrust Bank has been named a 2022 Best Bank in South Dakota by Forbes Magazine. This is the third time CorTrust Bank has received this recognition over the past four years. “It’s an honor to hold the distinction of being one of South Dakota’s Best Banks,” said Jack Hopkins, CorTrust Bank… Read more »
Lunch, breakfast prices to increase 9.26% for students in Aberdeen School District
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Aberdeen American News)- School meals will cost more in 2022-23 for students in the Aberdeen School District. Universal free lunch has been in place since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, but that program is ending with the upcoming school year. Lunches will increase in price by 35 cents, while breakfasts will increase by 20 cents,… Read more »
SD Dept of Health reports 5 new COVID-19 related deaths
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 5 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,945. The state had 1,569 new cases and 1,006 recoveries, increasing active infections to 3,857. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus is… Read more »
Ballot issue dealing with expanding Medicaid will now only be Amendment D
SOUTH DAKOTA(WNAX)- South Dakotans Decide Healthcare, a coalition of groups backing Medicaid expansion has welcomed Dakotans for Health as a member of that group. That means voters will now see only a constitutional amendment on Medicaid expansion in November. Zach Marcus, campaign manager for South Dakotans Decide Healthcare, says it was the logical move. Dakotans… Read more »
Senator Rounds address the issue of division politics
WASHINGTON, D.C.(WNAX)- The US Supreme Court ruling rolling back Roe v Wade abortion rules is the latest issue driving a wedge in American politics. South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds says that is nothing new. Rounds says differences of opinions are expected in a democracy. Rounds says those opinions have to be respected by both sides.… Read more »
Update on housing market in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- Sioux Falls is experiencing record population growth. That means there are more first-time home buyers. Dave Kelly with Fairway Mortgage Sioux Falls is nearing the $1 billion mark for building permits issued this year. An all-too-well-known culprit is increasing mortgage rates for local and national homebuyers. Dave Kelly from Fairway Mortgage in… Read more »
SD GF&P receive report on boat ramps accessable at Lake Oahe
LAKE OAHE, S.D.(DRGNews)- This spring, the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks wasn’t certain how many of the public access boat ramps they’d be able to keep open around Lake Oahe this summer. Then, GFP Planning and Development Administrator Adam Kulesa says the mountains upstream received a significant amount of snow very late… Read more »
Communication policy in the works for the Yankton School Board
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The Yankton School Board is developing a formal communication policy that will help ensure that public comments are received and acknowledged. Board attorney Mike Marlow says the policy deals with comments received through email and the district website. Board member Terry Crandall says each member should also be able to respond. Marlow says… Read more »