SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (South Dakota News Watch) South Dakota’s three National Weather Service (NWS) forecast offices are short of staff and sending up fewer weather balloons that gather important data in response to federal budget cuts and a hiring freeze, as tornado and thunderstorm season ramps up. The NWS, part of the National Oceanic and… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (DRGNEWS) A federal judge has sentenced a Mandan, North Dakota, man convicted of Distribution of a Controlled Substance Resulting in Death. The sentencing took place on May 19, 2025. Carlin Mellette, age 29, was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release, and ordered to forfeit the… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- We are thrilled to announce our first Summer Concert Series of 2025: Kat Perkins! Kat Perkins’ rock band Scarlet Haze gained national popularity after opening for Bon Jovi, and her great run competing on The Voice make her a household name in music talent. Kat brings pop, edgy rock, and Top 40… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday, Representative Al Novstrup & Erik Muckey told members at Boys State what being a Republician(Novstrup) or a Democrat(Muckey) is in the state of South Dakota. Al Novstrup(R): Novstrup discuss how the party believes in freedom. Novstrup discuss working across the aisle with Democrats. Novstrup weigh in on the Big Beautiful Bill… Read more »

WATERTOWN, S.D. (KWAT)–It was merely a formality, but this week, the U.S. Department of Transportation extended Denver Air Connection’s Essential Air Service contract to serve airports in Watertown and Pierre for up to two more months. The original four-year contract expired May 31st, at which time SkyWest was to take over air service in the… Read more »

WATERTOWN, S.D. (KWAT)–Watertown police conducted compliance checks at eight vape and smoke shops in the city late last month to ensure businesses were not selling certain illegal THC and Delta products. One of those eight businesses, Smokes R Us, sold Delta 8 gummies to an underage buyer. That employee received a citation for selling to… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.(Northern Plains News)- South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson defended the so-called “big, beautiful bill” during a telephone town hall last Wednesday night. He said the legislation extends Trump-era tax cuts and adds new breaks for working families. Johnson faced questions about concerns over Medicaid work requirements and spending cuts. A poll during the town… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- At Boys State on Wednesday, the student got to hear what the role county government from 30 year veteran Commissioner Mike Wiese. Wiese describe the role of county government. Wiese describe funding needed for local schools in the counties. Wiese describe how he first got involved with county government. Wiese express the importance… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Northern State University is proud to announce Chad Harlander as the 2025 Gypsy Day Parade Grand Marshal. A 1994 graduate of Northern State University with a Bachelor of Science in Community Services, Harlander has dedicated his career to supporting youth and families across Minnesota, South Dakota and beyond. He is the founder… Read more »