MILBANK, S.D.(Press Release) — The Grant County Development Corporation (GCDC) has launched the first capital campaign in its 40-plus year history. The $1.5 million campaign aims to accelerate major community development priorities including affordable housing, expanded childcare capacity, business recruitment, and development-ready land for future industrial growth. GCDC has long served as a regional leader… Read more »
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Sabrina Metz named new Executive Director of Aberdeen Downtown Association
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Sabrina Metz has been hired as the new Executive Director of the Aberdeen Downtown Association. Sabrina was born and raised in Warner, SD and graduated from Northern State University. “Aberdeen has been my home for more than twenty years,” says Metz. “It is a wonderful place to raise a family.” Metz has a… Read more »
Holiday Garbage Change
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Due to the Thanksgiving Day Holiday observance on Thursday, November 27th, and Friday, November 28th, City garbage and recycling pick-up will change. Residents who normally have their garbage picked up on Thursday are asked to have their garbage out for pick-up by 7:00 AM, Wednesday, November 26th. Residents who normally have their… Read more »
New NSU President Alan LaFave meet with the public Friday
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Friday, the incoming President of Northern State University, Dr. Alan LaFave came to Aberdeen to meet & greet with the citizens. Dr. LaFave is currently the President at Valley City State University in North Dakota. Executive Director of the South Dakota Board of Regents, Nathan Lukkes(Lucas) introduced Dr. LaFave. Dr. LaFave took… Read more »
Katie Washnok talks about her campaign for D3 Senate seat
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Last week, Aberdeen businesswoman Katie Washnok announced that she will run for the District 3 Senate seat representing Aberdeen as a Republican. It’s her second attempt at that seat. She lost to eventual District 3 Senator Carl Perry in the 2024 primary. Washnok talks about the motivation to run stems from what happened… Read more »
Finalists announced for Big Idea Competition
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- This week the finalists have been released for the 2025 Big Idea Competition. In State Finalists:(Name/High School/Idea) Elyana Roach/Aberdeen Roncalli/Shearing Excellence Bella Unser/Ipswich/B’s Bouquets Dean Castellano & Bennett Woolverton/Warner/Dakota Detailing Macee McGregor & Bentley Miotke/Webster/Pretty Paws Staycation Max Lauseng, Chris McCormick, & Kolbe Mohling/Watertown/Sizzle Shakk Rylan Huggett/Webster/Set & Play Ashley Bubacz/Watertown/The Hair Lair… Read more »
Governor Rhoden address agriculture in Watertown Thursday
WATERTOWN, S.D.(Northeast Radio) – Governor Larry Rhoden affirmed his commitment to South Dakota’s agricultural industry and discussed his decision to seek re-election during an address at the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Ag Committee’s annual Farm Business Banquet on Thursday night. The event, held at the Watertown Event Center, celebrates the local farming community and… Read more »
Area Book Club to do fundraiser on Saturday
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Book Club in Aberdeen are doing a fundraising drive coming up on Saturday. Dani McQuillen details the fundraising event coming up this Saturday. McQuillen goes over where to go to donate. All food and funds stays in Aberdeen.
Dacotah Prairie Museum getting ready for the holidays
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Dacotah Prairie Museum is scheduled to be reopen on Saturday. Museum Director Patricia Kendall provide an update on the Buntrock exhibit. Coming up this Saturday is Christmas Tree Lane. Kendall provides a preview. Kendall took the time to thank the community for their support. Kendall also look ahead to the Holiday Open… Read more »
Spencer Sommers announced candidancy for District 3 House
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) — Spencer Sommers, partner at CO-OP Architecture, Thursday announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for South Dakota House of Representatives in District 3. Sommers brings nearly a decade of community development experience and a platform focused on fiscal efficiency and measurable results. Sommers has played a central role in the revitalization… Read more »