PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- While the legislative session is far from done, Governor Kristi Noem’s proposal to increase state aid to education by six percent is holding up so far. Freeman Public School Superintendent Jake Tietge says that prospect along with an increase in enrollment has them planning for the next school year. Tietge says they are… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- Most cell phone companies will turn off their 3G service next week. That is a heritage product that connects many flip phones and other older models. Erik Gaikowski, state director of AARP-South Dakota says that change may impact a number of older folks. Gaikowski says friends and family may want to check on… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Now that the state has approved two medical marijuana licenses in Yankton, it leaves open the question of law enforcement. City Manager Amy Leon says police have been looking at the issue. Leon says each location has advantages and challenges. Leon says some standard regulations from the state would be useful. Legislators continue… Read more »

MADISON, S.D.(KELO)- Dakota State University recently announced a multi-million dollar project that will expand its cyber security program to Sioux Falls. Governor Kristi Noem believes that the program will provide benefits for years to come. Sioux Falls has several high-dollar infrastructure projects planned in the coming years. One of the most impactful may be DSU’s… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KMIT & KXLG)- A bill that would expand Medicaid health coverage eligibility to people who live below 133% of the federal poverty level was defeated in the South Dakota Senate this week.  The issue will now be before voters in the November election.  During her weekly press conference on Thursday, Governor Kristi Noem said… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- A bill that if approved would have ditched a requirement for front license plates in South Dakota has been killed by the Senate Transportation Committee.  Senate Bill 191 was a constituent bill brought by Senator Jim Bolin of Canton.   Thomas Frisch of Dakota Dunes was the only proponent of the bill. Jason Husby,… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- American diplomacy is in overdrive today, attempting to head off a threatened invasion of Ukraine by Russian military forces. South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says Russian leader Vladimir Putin has to be stopped. Johnson says economic sanctions have to be led by European allies. Johnson says any impacts to the US from a… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(SDBA)- A legislative committee is pushing forward a bill that would decriminalize and regulate marijuana in South Dakota. The bill passed the Senate Commerce and Energy committee with a vote of 5 to 3. Senate Bill 3 reduces the charge for possessing small amounts of marijuana from a felony to a misdemeanor for people… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Aberdeen University/Civic Symphony treats you to a “Night at the Oscars,” featuring some of the most beloved themes from movies conducted by director, Dr. Christopher Stanichar. The concert takes place on Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the NSU Johnson Fine Arts Center Jewett Theater. There will be a Pre-Concert… Read more »