WASHINGTON, D.C.(SDBA)- Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem defended the Trump administration’s tariff threats against Mexico and Canada during an interview Sunday on CBS’s Face the Nation. Noem said the tariffs, now delayed until April 2, are focused on stopping fentanyl trafficking across U.S. borders. When questioned about border crossing numbers being at a 25-year… Read more »

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK(Press Release)- National Farmers Union recognized Harding County ranchers, Jason and Kaeloni Latham for their leadership and outreach efforts Sunday with the Bruce Miller Membership Award during the National Farmers Union Convention in Oklahoma City, OK. “The Lathams are a great example of the positive difference young producers can make for agriculture,” explained… Read more »

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–The Watertown Shamrocks took swift, decisive action over the weekend after Prairie Lakes Ice Arena staff were made aware of a group of fans making inappropriate and racial remarks toward a member of the visiting team who’s from South Korea. The Shamrocks say those fans were removed and, “have been banned from our facilities.”… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- A friendly reminder that Daylight Savings time will begin on Sunday.  Remember prior to going to bed to move forward your clock one hour before heading to bed Saturday night. Also a great opportunity to address fire safety, the National Fire Protection Agency suggest to do the following: Following is information to help… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- Sioux Falls area Law Enforcement leaders say assaults against officers are on the rise…and they’re concerned. Minnehaha County Sheriff Mike Milstead. Sheriff Milstead appeared at a joint news conference with Sioux Falls Police Chief Jon Thum this morning. Chief Thum referenced a recent armed standoff in Brandon that left a man dead…an… Read more »

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- Codington County veterans experienced an increase in compensation during February, and the Veterans Service Office reported increased activity, according to the monthly report presented to the County Commissioners by Veterans Service Officer Todd Rose this week. Todd Rose, addressing the Commissioners, detailed a nearly $21,000 increase in monthly compensation for Codington County veterans… Read more »

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- The Codington County Board of Commissioners has formally initiated its annual financial audit for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. Representatives from the South Dakota Department of Legislative Audit (DLA) met with the Commissioners at the Tuesday morning meeting to outline the audit process. Kasie Ingraham and Natalie Zirbel of DLA attended the meeting… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Friday, the Brown County Fair on their Facebook page announced the opening act for the Wednesday concert at this year’s fair.  The opening act will be Avery Anna for Ian Munsick concert. Here are the Grandstand events scheduled for the 2025 Brown County Fair: Monday & Tuesday: Dacotah Bank Stampede Rodeo Wednesday:… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — The South Dakota House approved a controversial bill Thursday allowing holders of enhanced concealed carry permits to bring firearms onto public university and technical school campuses. Senate Bill 100 passed on a 55-14 vote after extensive debate focused on campus safety, constitutional rights, and concerns about suicide risks among college students.… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Thursday, Representative Brandei Schaefbauer introduced HC8021.  A commemoration that honored Aberdeen Roncalli teacher Dan Gallagher for achieving the 2024-25 South Dakota Miliken Educator Award.