WATERTOWN, S.D.(Press Release} Watertown City Council had a well-vetted discussion, which included establishing fees for 2024. It was said that most of the fee increases were “inflationary hikes.” However, one fee specifically brought to attention was the Medical Cannabis License renewal fee, which is currently set at $25,000 annually. Watertown Mayor Ried Holien allowed leniency… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- In her proposed Budget Address last week, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem recommended a 4% funding increase for the big three– education, healthcare providers and state employees. Prior the regular Pierre School District Board meeting Monday night, District 24 legislators sat down with school board members and administrators to discuss what may be… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- They say the ATF is violating the second amendment. Attorney General Marty Jackley and two dozen of his colleagues are asking the ATF to drop a proposed civil liability rule on firearm sales. It would open up anyone selling a firearm for profit to penalties, including people selling guns to friends and family… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- District 24 Representative Will Mortenson of Pierre is seeking another two-year term in House Chamber.  The 35 year-old will be serving in his fourth year in the House this winter. The current House Majority leader says he’s been a champion for the ideals that are important to central South Dakota and specifically District… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Community Champions Awards Luncheon, which will take place on February 13, 2024 , recognizes volunteer leaders within Aberdeen and the region. Award nominations are now being accepted and must be received by January 12, 2024. Descriptions and nomination forms can be found at  https://aberdeen-chamber.com/events-programs/community-champions-awards-luncheon/. The awards that will be presented… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- Trying to get the most “bang for the buck” on ethanol. That’s part of a strategy we’re going to see from the 2024 Legislature. Senate Majority Leader Casey Crabtree says there’s a move to follow the path of neighboring states, to go from 10-percent ethanol blends to 15-percent. He says the impact… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Beginning at approximately 10:00 AM, on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, there will be interruptions to the traveling public at the intersection of South Dakota Street and 6th Avenue SE due to work being done on the traffic signals. Traffic will be directed by the police department. Please use an alternate route or use… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Last Thursday night, the Aberdeen Police Department conducted tobacco/nicotine product stings in Aberdeen. Unfortunately, 4 of the 6 businesses tested, failed and sold to an individual under the age of 21. The individuals at each business that completed the sale were issued a citation for selling to someone under 21. A violation… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- Summit Carbon Solutions is gearing up for the battle over carbon capture pipelines in the region. They’ve hired Brigham McCown, a former federal pipeline safety administrator. He says there’s only been one CO-2 pipeline leak in 50-years of operation. McCown will be in Lincoln County Tuesday meeting with a group to work… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- They feel threatened…but South Dakotans of the Jewish faith are united. Hundreds participated in a Menorah lighting at the Empire Mall in Sioux Falls Sunday, in celebration of Hanukkah. Rabbi Mendel Alperowitz (al-PEAR-oh-wits) expressed gratitude for all the non-Jews who expressed their support by participating in the ceremony. Congressman Dusty Johnson challenged… Read more »