News Category: Pure Country News

South Dakota Board of Regents seeking nomination for next President of NSU

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)- The South Dakota Board of Regents invites nominations and expressions of interest for the position of president at Northern State University (NSU), one of the six universities governed by the board. We are seeking a forward-thinking, innovative, and collaborative leader who can help build upon Northern’s impressive accomplishments. The ideal candidate will… Read more »

South Dakota Board of Regents seeking nomination for next President of NSU

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)- The South Dakota Board of Regents invites nominations and expressions of interest for the position of president at Northern State University (NSU), one of the six universities governed by the board. We are seeking a forward-thinking, innovative, and collaborative leader who can help build upon Northern’s impressive accomplishments. The ideal candidate will… Read more »

Capital City Campus reach partnership with Lake Area Tech

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- A partnership between Lake Area Technical College and Capital City Campus in Pierre allows people interested in earning their Licensed Practical Nursing degree to do that without having to be on LATC’s campus in Watertown. Capital City Campus Executive Director Laurie Gill says students in the LPN program can be full or part-time… Read more »

Capital City Campus reach partnership with Lake Area Tech

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- A partnership between Lake Area Technical College and Capital City Campus in Pierre allows people interested in earning their Licensed Practical Nursing degree to do that without having to be on LATC’s campus in Watertown. Capital City Campus Executive Director Laurie Gill says students in the LPN program can be full or part-time… Read more »

4th Street from 17th Ave SW to Melgaard Rd closed Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Beginning at approximately 8 am Wednesday, August 6th, 2025, the following road will be closed to thru traffic for utility work: 4th St. From 17th Ave. SW to Melgaard Rd. The road is scheduled to be closed until 5 pm or until finished.  Motorists are advised to take alternate routes until the… Read more »

4th Street from 17th Ave SW to Melgaard Rd closed Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Beginning at approximately 8 am Wednesday, August 6th, 2025, the following road will be closed to thru traffic for utility work: 4th St. From 17th Ave. SW to Melgaard Rd. The road is scheduled to be closed until 5 pm or until finished.  Motorists are advised to take alternate routes until the… Read more »

Governor Rhoden appoint Nick Fosness to District 1 House seat

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio) –On Tuesday, Governor Larry Rhoden announced the appointment of Nick Fosness to represent District 1 in the South Dakota House of Representatives, effective immediately. “Nick Fosness is a true South Dakotan. He believes in the importance of hard work, community and resilience – values that are essential to our state’s way of life,”… Read more »

Governor Rhoden appoint Nick Fosness to District 1 House seat

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio) –On Tuesday, Governor Larry Rhoden announced the appointment of Nick Fosness to represent District 1 in the South Dakota House of Representatives, effective immediately. “Nick Fosness is a true South Dakotan. He believes in the importance of hard work, community and resilience – values that are essential to our state’s way of life,”… Read more »

Governor Rhoden on Fox & Friends from Sturgis

STURGIS, S.D.(KELO)- Governor Larry Rhoden is wrapping up his time at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally…but not before making an appearance on Fox & Friends Tuesday morning. Appearing with Steve Doocy, the Governor expressed confidence in President Trump’s trade deals, even though using the tool of tariffs can threaten international trade of agricultural products from South… Read more »

Governor Rhoden on Fox & Friends from Sturgis

STURGIS, S.D.(KELO)- Governor Larry Rhoden is wrapping up his time at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally…but not before making an appearance on Fox & Friends Tuesday morning. Appearing with Steve Doocy, the Governor expressed confidence in President Trump’s trade deals, even though using the tool of tariffs can threaten international trade of agricultural products from South… Read more »

City of Watertown announce plans to address emerald ash borer

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)- The city of Watertown announced in mid-June the presence of the Emerald Ash Border within the city limits, and now the city has announced pro-active plans to begin removing ash trees. Right after Labor Day, city crews will begin cutting down ash trees from boulevards, parks and other city-owned property in Ward D,… Read more »

City of Watertown announce plans to address emerald ash borer

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)- The city of Watertown announced in mid-June the presence of the Emerald Ash Border within the city limits, and now the city has announced pro-active plans to begin removing ash trees. Right after Labor Day, city crews will begin cutting down ash trees from boulevards, parks and other city-owned property in Ward D,… Read more »

Melgaard Park Fun Run planned for Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- On Wednesday, the Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department will sponsor the Melgaard Park Fun Run at Melgaard Park at 7:30 p.m. The event will consist of a two-mile run that highlights the recreational trail along Moccasin Creek. The Fun Run is open to recreational as well as avid runners of all… Read more »

Melgaard Park Fun Run planned for Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- On Wednesday, the Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department will sponsor the Melgaard Park Fun Run at Melgaard Park at 7:30 p.m. The event will consist of a two-mile run that highlights the recreational trail along Moccasin Creek. The Fun Run is open to recreational as well as avid runners of all… Read more »

Brown County Commission receive update on their jail

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Brown County Commission on Tuesday received update on the regional jail from Brown County Sheriff Dave Lunzman. Lunzman told the commission that they are at full capacity. Lunzman talks about recommendations that have been made. Lunzman said the City of Aberdeen will have to help out with the process. Lunzman hope both… Read more »

Brown County Commission receive update on their jail

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Brown County Commission on Tuesday received update on the regional jail from Brown County Sheriff Dave Lunzman. Lunzman told the commission that they are at full capacity. Lunzman talks about recommendations that have been made. Lunzman said the City of Aberdeen will have to help out with the process. Lunzman hope both… Read more »

August is National Emergency Management Awareness Month

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- August is National Emergency Management Awareness Month.  At Tuesday’s Brown County Commission, Executuve Director of Brown County Emergency Management Scott Meints took time to acknowledge the hard work everyone does. Meints acknowledge work Avera does to help with them. Commissioner Duane Sutton spoke on behalf of the commission and thank them for what… Read more »

August is National Emergency Management Awareness Month

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- August is National Emergency Management Awareness Month.  At Tuesday’s Brown County Commission, Executuve Director of Brown County Emergency Management Scott Meints took time to acknowledge the hard work everyone does. Meints acknowledge work Avera does to help with them. Commissioner Duane Sutton spoke on behalf of the commission and thank them for what… Read more »

Preview of 2026 Aberdeen City Budget

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Toward the end of Monday’s Aberdeen City Council meeting, City Manager Robin Bobzien discuss the upcoming 2026 city budget. Bobzien compare next year’s budget to budgets in the past three years. Bobzien talks about the increase in budget is because of the upcoming major projects. Bobzien goes over some of the projects planned… Read more »

Preview of 2026 Aberdeen City Budget

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Toward the end of Monday’s Aberdeen City Council meeting, City Manager Robin Bobzien discuss the upcoming 2026 city budget. Bobzien compare next year’s budget to budgets in the past three years. Bobzien talks about the increase in budget is because of the upcoming major projects. Bobzien goes over some of the projects planned… Read more »