SISSETON, S.D.(KXLG)- The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a historic investment of $1.5 billion for 92 partner-driven conservation projects through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). Among the beneficiaries is the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate, receiving $1.2 million to develop a Crop Emissions and Sustainability Index aimed at enhancing the economic potential of their… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- The South Dakota legislature is moving forward with a subpoena as it investigates several fraud cases in the state Revenue Department. The Legislature’s Executive Board voted unanimously in favor of seeking the subpoena, to compel testimony from Revenue Secretary Mike Howdyshell. Executive Board Chair Lee Schoenbeck says the rule that prevented Howdyshell from… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)-  The Brown County Commission on Tuesday received an update on the highways from Highway Superintendent Dirk Rogers.  Commission approved right-of-way for Northwestern Energy. Rogers informed the Commission that they are still mowing until the snow finally arrives. Rogers also discuss some of the roadwork still being done within the county. Brown County Commissioner… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Tuesday, the Brown County Commission received a bid on the Grandstand for the next five years. Brown County Fair Manager Rachel Kippley: Kippley recommend to approve but explains that contracts still need to be done. Brown County Commission approved the bid.

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Thursday, the Aberdeen Downtown Association is doing their annual Trick or Treat on Main for Halloween. Executive Director Alexa Sheldon provides a preview. Hours are from 3pm-5:30pm.

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Second half property taxes are due this Thursday. Brown County Treasurer Patty VanMeter: Brown County Offices are open from 8am-5pm.

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Monday night, the Aberdeen City Council did a second reading on an ordinance dealing with rezoning the Strode Center and the Aberdeen Dome. Community Development Director Ken Hubbart explains what the ordinance does. Aberdeen Mayor Travis Schnaunaman asked Hubbart to clarify if the dorms used by former Presentation College students are a… Read more »

Sioux Falls, SD (Press Release) – On Monday,  56 Republican Legislators and Candidates released a letter supporting the South Dakota Republican Party’s official position on Amendment H. The Legislators and Candidates ask all Republican voters to vote “No” on Amendment H and protect our primary election system. Signees include members of leadership in both the… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- Sioux Falls Police are investigating a late-night shooting incident in eastern SIoux Falls, but it doesn’t appear as though anyone was injured. Police Informational Officer Sam Clemens says it took place at the Mercato store near East 10th and Sycamore shortly after 11 last night. Officer Clemens says no one has been… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- South Dakota Legislators  are reviewing ideas to fine-tune the state’s newly-adopted medical marijuana laws. One concern raised in hearings Monday is how to deal with patients who have a criminal record…which often includes substance abuse. Corrections Secretary Kelly Wasko testified before the committee. Dr. Francine Arneson of Sioux Falls questioned the ethics of… Read more »