PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- Local governments across South Dakota can get help in replacing and repairing bridges. Transportation Department Secretary Joel Jundt says they have a couple of programs available. Jundt says counties and townships can get help removing old structures. Jundt says the legislature has been helping local governments pay for some of the replacement costs.… Read more »
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Interim cabinet secretaries appointed permanently by Noem
PIERRE, S.D. (AP) — Gov. Kristi Noem says that two interim cabinet secretaries will be given the jobs permanently. Secretary Joel Jundt of the Department of Transportation and Secretary Kevin Robling with Game, Fish, and Parks will both continue to serve in their roles as secretaries to their departments. Noem said Robling has a great… Read more »
SD Dept of Health reported 3 COVID-19 related death, at least 200,000 received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine
PIERRE, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 3 new COVID-related deaths(including 1 in Brown County), while active cases & hospitalizations decreased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 1,915. The state had 176 new cases and 209 recoveries, increasing active infections to 2,107. Those hospitalized in… Read more »
Avon school superintendent talks impact 2022 SD State budget has on his school
AVON, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota schools will see a two-point four percent increase in state aid for next year. Avon School Superintendent Tom Culver says there are still some variables in the funding formula. Culver says the increase is higher than what the legislature legally could have done. Culver says they have to look beyond the… Read more »
SD lobbyist critical of bill banning trans genders playing girls sports
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- While the South Dakota legislature was able to use a lot of one-time money to fund some long-needed projects, progress could be halted due to other actions taken by lawmakers. Long time legislative observer and lobbyist Dave Owen says one bill stands out. Owen says bill sponsors were not honest about its intent.… Read more »
Yankton County Commissioner talks impact the American Rescue Plan has on the county
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The one point nine trillion dollar, “American Rescue Plan” just signed by President Biden will provide direct payments to many local governments. Yankton County Commission Chair Cheri Loest says this plan is different than the “Cares Act” passed last year. Loest says the rescue plan sets aside sixty five billion dollars for counties.… Read more »
Small fire at Super China Buffet in Pierre Monday night
PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The Pierre Fire Department has released additional information on a small structure fire in a Pierre restaurant Monday night. Fire Chief Ian Paul says dark smoke and some fire was visible when firefighters arrived on scene shortly after 7PM. Paul says firefighters attacked the fire from all sides. Paul says the fire remains… Read more »
Bomb threat detected in Mitchell
MITCHELL, S.D.(KMIT)- The Davison County Public Safety Center in Mitchell was evacuated due to a bomb threat this morning. Mitchell police and fire personnel were called to the scene just before 9 AM. The incident disrupted court proceedings that were scheduled for this morning. More details are expected to be released later today.
SD Dept of Health reports no new COVID-19 deaths Tuesday
PIERRE, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported no 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 1,912. The state had 142 new cases and 104 recoveries, increasing active infections to 2,144. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »
Northern expects to shift back to normal operations for fall 2021
ABERDEEN, S.D. – After a year of adapting to changes due to COVID-19, Northern State University is planning a shift back to more normal operations for the fall 2021 semester. The South Dakota Board of Regents made this announcement Monday for the six BOR universities and two special schools, citing success in vaccine distribution and… Read more »