PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota House will let the South Dakota Senate decide the fate of a bill that would provide funds for work around Capitol Lake in Pierre. Representative John Mills of Volga supports the idea but is concerned about losing the signature Flaming Fountain. Representative Will Mortenson of Pierre says the Bureau of… Read more »
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Snow & cold forecasted for next week
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(WNAX)- Looks like we are going to get a reminder that it is still winter. Samantha Trellinger at the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls says snow and cold will hit much of the area. Trellinger says after the snow in comes the arctic chill. Trellinger says it doesn’t look like a lot… Read more »
Aberdeen Chamber Board explains the legislative bills they’re supporting
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday, the Aberdeen Chamber Board approved several bills that are making their way through the South Dakota legislature. President Gail Ochs talks about some of the bills. Senate Bill 101 deals with allowing employees under 21 to sell & serve alcoholic beverages. Ochs talks how to benefits the city as well as… Read more »
SD Dept of Health reports 6 new COVID-19 related deaths
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 6 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 2,772. The state had 877 new cases and 1,551 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 8,465. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus is… Read more »
Group looking to expand Medicaid react to bill losing in the Senate
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A Medicaid expansion proposal was killed on the floor of the South Dakota Senate this week. The group, “South Dakotans Decide Healthcare” has placed “Constitutional Amendment D” on the November ballot that would let voters decide on that type of expansion. Spokesman Zach Marcus says the legislative action this week doesn’t have any… Read more »
Bill to upgrade State Health Lab clear Senate Committee
PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Interim state Health Secretary Joan Adam pitched a massive expansion of the State Health Lab in Pierre to the Joint Committee on Appropriations Wednesday night. The project would use 100-percent funding through the American Rescue Plan Capital Projects fund. Senator Ryan Maher of Isabel moved to amend the bill to require any equipment… Read more »
South Dakota Democrats continues to focus on education
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota House this week amended and then approved a pair of bills that would limit teaching of “Critical Race Theory” and political indoctrination of students. House Minority Leader Jamie Smith of Sioux Falls calls it an attack on teachers. Smith says legislators continue to chip away at local control. Smith says… Read more »
Governor Noem’s proposal for 6% increase in education holding up
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 »
3G service to be dropped next week
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 »
Law enforcement in Yankton determining how to handle medical marijuana licenses
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 »