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Summer study dealing with needs for intellectually disabled residents

PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- South Dakota lawmakers are studying ways to meet the needs of intellectually disabled residents. A summer study committee met for the first time Wednesday, and gave organizations that provide services a week to recommend their best ideas to the committee. Co-Chair Senator Chris Karr of Sioux Falls says the challenge is covering all… Read more »

Summer study dealing with needs for intellectually disabled residents

PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- South Dakota lawmakers are studying ways to meet the needs of intellectually disabled residents. A summer study committee met for the first time Wednesday, and gave organizations that provide services a week to recommend their best ideas to the committee. Co-Chair Senator Chris Karr of Sioux Falls says the challenge is covering all… Read more »

Attorney General Jackley announces $100,000 Attorney General Alliance Grant for Internet Crimes Against Children

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) has received a $100,000 grant from the Attorney General Alliance (AGA) to enhance the state’s efforts to combat internet crimes against children. “We can better protect children from online predators thanks to this AGA grant,” said Attorney General… Read more »

Attorney General Jackley announces $100,000 Attorney General Alliance Grant for Internet Crimes Against Children

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) has received a $100,000 grant from the Attorney General Alliance (AGA) to enhance the state’s efforts to combat internet crimes against children. “We can better protect children from online predators thanks to this AGA grant,” said Attorney General… Read more »

Miller to host District 23 Forum Saturday

MILLER, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Saturday, the American Legion in Miller is hosting a District 23 Legislative Round Table. All three members of the district, Senator Mark Lapka, Representatives Spencer Gosch, and Scott Moore are scheduled to appear. Supper will be provided and there will a free will donation for that.  Everyone is invited to attend in… Read more »

Miller to host District 23 Forum Saturday

MILLER, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Saturday, the American Legion in Miller is hosting a District 23 Legislative Round Table. All three members of the district, Senator Mark Lapka, Representatives Spencer Gosch, and Scott Moore are scheduled to appear. Supper will be provided and there will a free will donation for that.  Everyone is invited to attend in… Read more »

South Dakota Department of Health encourage everyone to get measles vaccines

PIERRE, SD – In response to newly confirmed cases of measles in South Dakota, the Department of Health (DOH) is expanding access to the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine through a series of public vaccination clinics across the state. These clinics aim to protect South Dakotans by preventing the further spread of this highly… Read more »

South Dakota Department of Health encourage everyone to get measles vaccines

PIERRE, SD – In response to newly confirmed cases of measles in South Dakota, the Department of Health (DOH) is expanding access to the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine through a series of public vaccination clinics across the state. These clinics aim to protect South Dakotans by preventing the further spread of this highly… Read more »

New Effington woman found mentally incompetent to stand trial

MILBANK, S.D.(KWAT)- A woman charged with Attempted First Degree Murder and Aggravated Assault for a shooting at a Milbank nursing home during an employee dispute has been found mentally incompetent to stand trial. Carrie Ann Collins of New Effington is alleged to have shot a co-worker in the face with a pistol on January 15th at… Read more »

New Effington woman found mentally incompetent to stand trial

MILBANK, S.D.(KWAT)- A woman charged with Attempted First Degree Murder and Aggravated Assault for a shooting at a Milbank nursing home during an employee dispute has been found mentally incompetent to stand trial. Carrie Ann Collins of New Effington is alleged to have shot a co-worker in the face with a pistol on January 15th at… Read more »

Senator Jim Mehlhaff comment on possible run for Public Utilities Commission

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The 2026 general election is gearing up already well over a year ahead of election day.  Most of the talk has surrounded the election for governor, but a number of constitutional offices are also up for grabs.  One of those being a seat on the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission.  One name being… Read more »

Senator Jim Mehlhaff comment on possible run for Public Utilities Commission

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The 2026 general election is gearing up already well over a year ahead of election day.  Most of the talk has surrounded the election for governor, but a number of constitutional offices are also up for grabs.  One of those being a seat on the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission.  One name being… Read more »

Emerald Ash Borer now located in Watertown

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT) – The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) within the Watertown city limits. The invasive beetle was discovered by City forestry staff during a routine inspection and verified by EAB experts at South Dakota State University. Rodiek (roddick) The Emerald Ash… Read more »

Emerald Ash Borer now located in Watertown

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT) – The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) within the Watertown city limits. The invasive beetle was discovered by City forestry staff during a routine inspection and verified by EAB experts at South Dakota State University. Rodiek (roddick) The Emerald Ash… Read more »

The Initial Incarceration, Reentry Analysis, and Comparison of Relevant States Committee to meet Tuesday

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)- The Initial Incarceration, Reentry Analysis, and Comparison of Relevant States Interim Committee will hold its first meeting of the 2025 Interim  on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. (CT). The meeting is being conducted via electronic conference and at Avera Hall at the University of South Dakota in Sioux Falls, South… Read more »

The Initial Incarceration, Reentry Analysis, and Comparison of Relevant States Committee to meet Tuesday

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)- The Initial Incarceration, Reentry Analysis, and Comparison of Relevant States Interim Committee will hold its first meeting of the 2025 Interim  on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. (CT). The meeting is being conducted via electronic conference and at Avera Hall at the University of South Dakota in Sioux Falls, South… Read more »

Recount showed no change in Pierre City Commission race

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- There is no change in the results of the Pierre City Commission election on June 3rd.  A recount, requested by third place finisher Kevin Larsen was held at the Hughes County Courthouse Wednesday morning. Hughes County Finance Officer Thomas Oliva started the recount with an explanation of the process to the recount board… Read more »

Recount showed no change in Pierre City Commission race

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- There is no change in the results of the Pierre City Commission election on June 3rd.  A recount, requested by third place finisher Kevin Larsen was held at the Hughes County Courthouse Wednesday morning. Hughes County Finance Officer Thomas Oliva started the recount with an explanation of the process to the recount board… Read more »

Some lawmakers want 45Q tax credit out of “One Big Beautiful Bill”

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- Regional elected officials are hoping to have an impact on the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill”. They’ve signed a letter on its way to congress to fight the 45-Q tax credit. That credit is the financial engine that would make Carbon Capture pipelines profitable. State Senator Joy Hohn of Minnehaha County says… Read more »

Some lawmakers want 45Q tax credit out of “One Big Beautiful Bill”

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- Regional elected officials are hoping to have an impact on the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill”. They’ve signed a letter on its way to congress to fight the 45-Q tax credit. That credit is the financial engine that would make Carbon Capture pipelines profitable. State Senator Joy Hohn of Minnehaha County says… Read more »