WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG} The 99th South Dakota Legislative Session kicked off last week, Tuesday, and with a week of work under their belt, Representative Speaker of the House Hugh Bartels was in KXLG studios this morning to give an update. Representative Bartels said the legislators wanted to get a faster start this year. In the vicinity,… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is having their Free Skate Day on Friday, January 19 at the outdoor rinks. The Manor and Lincoln outdoor rinks will have free skate rentals and free hot chocolate during regular hours of 4:00-9:00 p.m. Come out and enjoy a free day of skating courtesy… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Monday, Governor Kristi Noem issued the following statement on President Donald J. Trump’s resounding victory in the 2024 Iowa caucuses: “Iowa spoke loud and clear. President Trump has won overwhelmingly tonight. He got more votes than all the other candidates COMBINED. “It’s time to unite the Republican party. We need… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Brown County Commission on Tuesday decided to reject the bid on replacing the roof from Mega Construction with the material from Campbell’s Town & Country. Brown County Commission Chairman Duane Sutton explains why. The Commission will open bids back up for the Holum Expo Building Roof.

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- At Tuesday’s Brown County Commission, the commissioners addressed the Inmate Housing Agreements for the Brown County Jail. Brown County voter Bob Schatz asked Sheriff Dave Lunzman about what the fee agreement was going to be. Schatz explains to the commission about what the fee should really be. Schatz also talks about the jail… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- At Tuesday’s Brown County Commission meeting, the commissioners received a report on the 2024 Assessment Plan from Gene Loeschke(Less-Key), Director of Equalization. Loeschke talks about the non-ag properties. Loeschke discuss ag properties. Brown County Commissioner Mike Wiese express disappointment with leadership in South Dakota dealing with ag evaluations. The commission accepted the report.

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Faulk County landowner Brent Gabler explain to Brown County Commission his support for CO2 pipeline that Summit Carbon Solutions are looking to submit to the South Dakota PUC. Gabler talks about some of the benefits of the pipeline. Gabler talks about how the pipeline can have an impact of global warming. Gabler compares… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Monday night Toby Doeden presented his reasons for possibly running for the U.S, House seat currently occupied by Congressman Dusty Johnson.  The theme of the rally was promoting conservative ideas & expressing his view on the CO2 pipeline debate. McPherson County landowner Mark Lapka discuss his frustration with what Republican leadership in… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Due to malfunctioning heating units resulting in cold indoor temperatures, the Aberdeen Dome will not have open dome hours until further notice. We will provide updates as soon as possible.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(South Dakota News Watch)- Gov. Kristi Noem is touting a doctrine of financial discipline at the 2024 South Dakota Legislature in Pierre, but there could be a budget reckoning down the road. Here’s South Dakota News Watch reporter Stu Whitney with more:(1:10) To learn about it, visit www.sdnewswatch.org.