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Aberdeen City Council approve amendment to their handbook

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- A few weeks back in August, Aberdeen City Attorney Ron Wager(Wag-er) informed the council about possible changes for their official handbook.  You can check that recap on this link. Council asked the City Attorney to look into how to address council positions.  Wager discussed this in the meeting Monday night. Councilman David Novstrup… Read more »

Aberdeen City Council approve amendment to their handbook

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- A few weeks back in August, Aberdeen City Attorney Ron Wager(Wag-er) informed the council about possible changes for their official handbook.  You can check that recap on this link. Council asked the City Attorney to look into how to address council positions.  Wager discussed this in the meeting Monday night. Councilman David Novstrup… Read more »

Aberdeen City Manager Robin Bobzien address water issues

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Aberdeen City Manager Robin Bobzien toward the end of the council meeting addressed a couple of water related topics during his City Manager Report. The first one dealt with water testing kits. The other topics is dealing with the issue of waterlines. Bobzien suggest if you have any questions to contact either him… Read more »

Aberdeen City Manager Robin Bobzien address water issues

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Aberdeen City Manager Robin Bobzien toward the end of the council meeting addressed a couple of water related topics during his City Manager Report. The first one dealt with water testing kits. The other topics is dealing with the issue of waterlines. Bobzien suggest if you have any questions to contact either him… Read more »

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- September is Library Card Sign-Up Month.  Librarian for the K.O.Lee Public Library Anna Moser talks about the importance of getting a library card. Aberdeen Mayor read the proclamation.(1:45) This was part of the Consent Calendar at the start of the meeting and was approved by the council.

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- September is Library Card Sign-Up Month.  Librarian for the K.O.Lee Public Library Anna Moser talks about the importance of getting a library card. Aberdeen Mayor read the proclamation.(1:45) This was part of the Consent Calendar at the start of the meeting and was approved by the council.

Aberdeen Public School Board seeking nominations for Golden Apple Awards

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Aberdeen Public Schools Foundation’s Golden Apple Awards program recognizes individuals who are dedicated, inspiring, and making a difference in the Aberdeen Public School District.  Nominations are now open for the 2025-26 awards.  Up to three Golden Apple Award winners will be announced in January 2026, and each will receive $500… Read more »

Aberdeen Public School Board seeking nominations for Golden Apple Awards

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Aberdeen Public Schools Foundation’s Golden Apple Awards program recognizes individuals who are dedicated, inspiring, and making a difference in the Aberdeen Public School District.  Nominations are now open for the 2025-26 awards.  Up to three Golden Apple Award winners will be announced in January 2026, and each will receive $500… Read more »

Legislators express concern about DOC Secretary Kellie Wasko, Wasko announced she will resign

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- It’s a great location and a great plan that fills an important need…but the wrong leadership. That’s at the heart of a letter from 19 South Dakota legislators on a plan to build a new men’s penitentiary in Sioux Falls. They signed on to an Op-Ed published by the Dakota Scout, saying… Read more »

Legislators express concern about DOC Secretary Kellie Wasko, Wasko announced she will resign

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- It’s a great location and a great plan that fills an important need…but the wrong leadership. That’s at the heart of a letter from 19 South Dakota legislators on a plan to build a new men’s penitentiary in Sioux Falls. They signed on to an Op-Ed published by the Dakota Scout, saying… Read more »

Lake Area Tech Tailgate Tour stopped in Mellette on Friday

WATERTOWN, S.D.(Press Release) – Lake Area Technical College celebrated its second stop on its 60th Anniversary Tailgate Tour, Friday night at the Northwestern vs. Herreid-Selby football game. The evening featured a scholarship presentation, community fun and recognition of one outstanding student-athlete. Breelynn Satter, a junior at Northwestern High School, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship to… Read more »

Lake Area Tech Tailgate Tour stopped in Mellette on Friday

WATERTOWN, S.D.(Press Release) – Lake Area Technical College celebrated its second stop on its 60th Anniversary Tailgate Tour, Friday night at the Northwestern vs. Herreid-Selby football game. The evening featured a scholarship presentation, community fun and recognition of one outstanding student-athlete. Breelynn Satter, a junior at Northwestern High School, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship to… Read more »

Congressman Johnson urge ban of cell phones in schools

WASHINGTON, D.C.(Press Release) –On Tuesday, gubernatorial candidate and Congressman Dusty Johnson committed to banning cell phones during K-12 instructional time. South Dakota is one of 17 states that has failed to take statewide action to address cell phone use in schools. Congressman Johnson released the following statement on his Facebook page: According to a 2024 Pew… Read more »

Congressman Johnson urge ban of cell phones in schools

WASHINGTON, D.C.(Press Release) –On Tuesday, gubernatorial candidate and Congressman Dusty Johnson committed to banning cell phones during K-12 instructional time. South Dakota is one of 17 states that has failed to take statewide action to address cell phone use in schools. Congressman Johnson released the following statement on his Facebook page: According to a 2024 Pew… Read more »

Governor Rhoden to send twelve members of South Dakota National Guard to Washington

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –On Monday, Governor Larry Rhoden announced the mobilization of 12 South Dakota National Guardsmen to support ongoing operations in Washington D.C. at the request of President Donald J. Trump. “South Dakota stands in solidarity with President Trump and his efforts to Make America Safe Again,” said Governor Larry Rhoden. “With the National… Read more »

Governor Rhoden to send twelve members of South Dakota National Guard to Washington

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –On Monday, Governor Larry Rhoden announced the mobilization of 12 South Dakota National Guardsmen to support ongoing operations in Washington D.C. at the request of President Donald J. Trump. “South Dakota stands in solidarity with President Trump and his efforts to Make America Safe Again,” said Governor Larry Rhoden. “With the National… Read more »

Brown County Commission address 2026 Provisional Budget

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Brown County Commission on Tuesday addressed the provisional budget for the year 2026. Brown County Commissioner Duane Sutton checked to see what feedback they received from the public. No public comment was mentioned on record from the public. Sutton discussed a request made by the Northeastern Mental Health Center. Sutton talks about… Read more »

Brown County Commission address 2026 Provisional Budget

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Brown County Commission on Tuesday addressed the provisional budget for the year 2026. Brown County Commissioner Duane Sutton checked to see what feedback they received from the public. No public comment was mentioned on record from the public. Sutton discussed a request made by the Northeastern Mental Health Center. Sutton talks about… Read more »

Sanford Health announce Lewis Drug is joining them

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Sanford Health announced that Lewis Drug, a family-owned pharmacy and retail store chain with 60 locations throughout South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota, is joining Sanford Health, ensuring continued access and convenience to pharmacy services and retail items for communities across the region. The partnership is expected to be finalized this fall. “This… Read more »

Sanford Health announce Lewis Drug is joining them

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Sanford Health announced that Lewis Drug, a family-owned pharmacy and retail store chain with 60 locations throughout South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota, is joining Sanford Health, ensuring continued access and convenience to pharmacy services and retail items for communities across the region. The partnership is expected to be finalized this fall. “This… Read more »