PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR & WNAX)- Nine days remain in the 97th Session of the South Dakota legislature. District 24 Senator Mary Duvall says much of the last eight days are sporadic. Representative Mike Weisgram says lawmakers need to finish strong with workforce housing bills. Representative Will Mortenson says the budget will be a priority for him.… Read more »
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House Bill to ensure integrity in presidential election fails Senate Committee
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A bill that would have required a forensic audit of each presidential election in South Dakota that was closer than a ten-point spread was in front of the Senate State Affairs Committee this (Monday) morning. Prime sponsor, Representative Taffy Howard of Rapid City, said it was about reassuring voters about the fairness and… Read more »
Jury selection begins Monday for Jones murder trial in which self-defense could be argued
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Aberdeen American News)- Jury selection begins Monday in a murder case in which self-defense and protection of property are expected to be key arguments. Jarrett Jones, 50, Bath, is charged with murder in the death of Jon Schumacher, 28, who was shot in the early morning hours of Jan. 2, 2020, at Jones’ home. Three weeks… Read more »
SD Dept of Health reports 3 new COVID-19 related deaths
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 3 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases & hospitalizations decreased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,805. The state had 95 new cases and 365 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 5,075. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus is… Read more »
Bill to legalize recreational marijuana defeated in House Committee
PIERRE, S.D.(KJJQ)- The House State Affairs Committee Monday morning killed a bill that would have legalized recreational marijuana in South Dakota. The bipartisan SB3 had narrowly passed in the Senate. Proponents say adult use marijuana will be on the ballot again in November. Jeremiah Murphy is lobbyist for the Cannabis Industry Association of South Dakota.… Read more »
DPS announces March Sobriety Checkpoints
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Sobriety checkpoints will held in 18 South Dakota counties during March, according to the South Dakota Department of Public Safety. The monthly checkpoints are designed to encourage people not to drink and drive. The checkpoints are funded by the South Dakota Office of Highway Safety and conducted by the South Dakota… Read more »
House Representative comparing budget process in Appropriation Committee to past summer Redistricting
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The pressure to spend hundreds of millions of dollars is starting to show in Pierre. Representative Linda Duba of Sioux Falls says there are differences of opinion between House and Senate appropriators. Duba, a member of the Joint Committee on Appropriations, says they need to find ways to work together. Duba says she… Read more »
Lifeserve the blood donor for Avera hospitals
YANKTON & PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX & DRGNews)- Lifeserve Blood Center has opened a full-time donor center in Yankton. Spokesperson Danielle West says it’s a more convenient option for their donors. West says they plan to offer their full services. West says people should contact them to set up an appointment. West says despite Covid-19 infection numbers… Read more »
PUC Chairman Chris Nelson announce re-election
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- Calling it one of the worst kept secrets in politics, South Dakota Public Utilities Commission Chairman Chris Nelson officially announced his intention to run for re-election. Nelson says he will need support of republican party delegates to get the nomination. Nelson says he will run on his record on the PUC. Nelson was… Read more »
Recap of Governor Noem’s speech at CPAC on Saturday
ORLANDO, F.L.(HubCityRadio)- On Saturday, Governor Kristi Noem was a speaker at CPAC in Orlando, Florida. Governor Noem compares the temps now in South Dakota to President Biden’s approval rating. Last week Russia invaded Ukraine, Governor Noem talks about how a strong president should respond to that. Governor Noem criticizes the Democrat Party and their allies.… Read more »