ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Northern South Dakota Science and Mathematics Fair, hosted by Northern State University, will celebrate its 42nd year on Thursday, March 27, 2025, bringing together top young scientific minds from across the region. Approximately 180 students in grades six through 12 from 12 area schools will showcase their research projects at the fair,… Read more »
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Reactions to Governor Rhoden signing HB1259
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Thursday Governor Larry Rhoden signed HB1259. The bill prohibit unauthorized access to certain multi-occupancy rooms. Representative Brandei Schaefbauer was the prime sponsor of the bill released the following statement to HubCityRadio after learning Governor Rhoden signed HB1259: “I would like to thank Governor Rhoden for signing an important piece of legislation that… Read more »
Governor Rhoden sign bills into law including Rep Schaefbauer’s HB1259
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –Governor Larry Rhoden signed three bills into law to protect South Dakota values Thursday. “South Dakota is a place where commonsense values remain common, and these bills reinforce that fact,” said Governor Larry Rhoden. “These bills promote strong families, safety in education, and freedom from the ‘woke’ agenda like what has happened… Read more »
Senator Rounds believes time is now to shut down federal bureaucracy of education
WASHINGTON, D.C.(Press Release) – U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) Thursday issued the follow, Ding statement following President Trump’s executive order on dismantling the Department of Education. Senator Rounds previouslyintroduced the “Returning Education to Our States Act” which would eliminate the U.S. Department of Education and redistribute all critical federal programs under other departments. “The federal… Read more »
Senator Rounds react to help provided by SD Legisature to the Douglas School District
DOUGLAS, S.D.(KCCR)- South Dakota U-S Senator Mike Rounds is thankful the South Dakota Legislature found away to help fund a new school building for the Douglas School District. Senate Bill Six will also housing infrastructure money to be used as a zero-interest loan to help build an elementary school. Rounds says the school needs to… Read more »
Congressman Johnson held event is Sturgis Wednesday
STURGIS, S.D.(KBHB) – South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson’s visit to the Black Hills Wednesday drew protestors against the current Trump administration – particularly the amount of power being given to Elon Musk. Protestors were out during Johnson’s tour of the new Spearfish High School Career and Technical Education Center as well as his visit to… Read more »
Watertown man sentenced 25 years for attempted murder charges
WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–A Watertown man was sentenced Wednesday on charges of Attempted First Degree Murder and First Degree Burglary for a violent crime that occurred last August. Marcus Weber (pictured) showed up at the female victim’s residence in a premeditated manner, and attempted to kill her by dragging the victim out of the home by her… Read more »
Watertown man sentenced to 15 years in prison following murder last fall
WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–A Watertown man was sentenced to 15 years in prison Wednesday for taking the life of another Watertown man last fall. Police were called to the home of Corey Ross at 418 2nd Avenue Southeast on September 11th, where they found Ronnie Silas dead. Ross was charged with Aggravated Assault–a Class 3 felony–and pleaded… Read more »
Scam happening in Aberdeen involving Aberdeen Police
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- We have had several reports of someone impersonating an officer, claiming to be calling about a legal matter that requires immediate attention. The scammer is impersonating “Detective Tim Morgan,” with the phone number 605-301-5542. The scammer’s voicemail has been setup to say, “You have reached the Aberdeen Police Department all deputies are… Read more »
Recap of D3 Team interview held Wednesday(Part 2)
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The legislators from District 3 representing Aberdeen appeared on the Nightly Report on KSDN recapping this year’s session. All three legislators asked how lobbyists dictate the way they vote on issues. Senator Carl Perry: Representative Al Novstrup Representative Brandei Schaefbauer: All three were asked about the line between religion and public schools. A… Read more »