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Legislators from District 3 & District 23 speak to students

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Friday, legislators that represented District 3 & Representative Scott Moore of Ipswich who represent District 23 spoke to students at both Aberdeen Roncalli & Aberdeen Christian talking about how the legislative procedure works in Pierre. District 3 Senator Al Novstrup explain how cracker barrel works. District 23 Representative Scott Moore talks about… Read more »

Legislators from District 3 & District 23 speak to students

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Friday, legislators that represented District 3 & Representative Scott Moore of Ipswich who represent District 23 spoke to students at both Aberdeen Roncalli & Aberdeen Christian talking about how the legislative procedure works in Pierre. District 3 Senator Al Novstrup explain how cracker barrel works. District 23 Representative Scott Moore talks about… Read more »

Abortion Reactions

PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) – The 2024 election is less than a year away, and things are beginning to heat up on abortion. Ohio voters approved a measure Tuesday that’s similar to one that’s expected to be on South Dakota’s ballot next year. Rick Weiland, director of “South Dakotans 4 Health” believes it’s part of a… Read more »

Abortion Reactions

PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) – The 2024 election is less than a year away, and things are beginning to heat up on abortion. Ohio voters approved a measure Tuesday that’s similar to one that’s expected to be on South Dakota’s ballot next year. Rick Weiland, director of “South Dakotans 4 Health” believes it’s part of a… Read more »

House Fire Update

WATERTOWN, S.D. (KWAT) – An update for you this morning on those two young girls, ages 7 and 5, who were severely injured in a house fire at 525 3rd Street Southwest in Watertown Wednesday morning. According to the Bruckner family fundraiser on GoFundMe.com, the girls remain hospitalized in the burn unit of a Twin… Read more »

House Fire Update

WATERTOWN, S.D. (KWAT) – An update for you this morning on those two young girls, ages 7 and 5, who were severely injured in a house fire at 525 3rd Street Southwest in Watertown Wednesday morning. According to the Bruckner family fundraiser on GoFundMe.com, the girls remain hospitalized in the burn unit of a Twin… Read more »

Red Kettle Season

WATERTOWN, S.D. (KWAT) – A kick off event was held Thursday afternoon to mark the start of this year’s Salvation Army Red Kettle Bell Ringing Campaign in Watertown. The kick off event was held inside the front entrance to Trav’s Outfitter. That was an appropriate location because store owner Travas Uthe (travis yoo-thee) was named the honorary… Read more »

Red Kettle Season

WATERTOWN, S.D. (KWAT) – A kick off event was held Thursday afternoon to mark the start of this year’s Salvation Army Red Kettle Bell Ringing Campaign in Watertown. The kick off event was held inside the front entrance to Trav’s Outfitter. That was an appropriate location because store owner Travas Uthe (travis yoo-thee) was named the honorary… Read more »

NOAA believes El Nino will be a factor this winter

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s outlook for the winter of 2023-24 shows El Nino will be a primary factor in weather conditions. During Wednesday’s US Army Corps of Engineers Missouri River basin meeting in Pierre, Scott Doering (door-ing) with the National Weather Service said weather models show South Dakota having slightly above… Read more »

NOAA believes El Nino will be a factor this winter

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s outlook for the winter of 2023-24 shows El Nino will be a primary factor in weather conditions. During Wednesday’s US Army Corps of Engineers Missouri River basin meeting in Pierre, Scott Doering (door-ing) with the National Weather Service said weather models show South Dakota having slightly above… Read more »

Central Park to host Tree Lighting on Thursday, November 16th

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is hosting the Central Park Tree Lighting on Thursday, November 16 from 5:30 – 6:30 pm.  The Tree Lighting will occur at 6:00 pm.  In addition to the tree lighting, there will be free hot chocolate, a photo booth and giveaway prizes.  Special guests will… Read more »

Central Park to host Tree Lighting on Thursday, November 16th

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is hosting the Central Park Tree Lighting on Thursday, November 16 from 5:30 – 6:30 pm.  The Tree Lighting will occur at 6:00 pm.  In addition to the tree lighting, there will be free hot chocolate, a photo booth and giveaway prizes.  Special guests will… Read more »

5 finalists – 5 minutes – 1 night of big ideas

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Five finalists will have five minutes to sell their ideas, shark tank style, at Northern’s annual Idea Pitch competition on Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. The audience will weigh in on who walks away with cash prizes. The event is free and open to the public to attend. This year’s finalists include students… Read more »

5 finalists – 5 minutes – 1 night of big ideas

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Five finalists will have five minutes to sell their ideas, shark tank style, at Northern’s annual Idea Pitch competition on Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. The audience will weigh in on who walks away with cash prizes. The event is free and open to the public to attend. This year’s finalists include students… Read more »

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Grants awarded to address challenges of absenteeism

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Four South Dakota school districts have been awarded Addressing Chronic Absenteeism Grants. These grants were awarded on a competitive basis to high-needs school districts. Mitchell, Spearfish, Leola, and Watertown school districts each received up to $500,000 to implement programs to support districts, students, and families with regular school attendance.  Money from… Read more »

Grants awarded to address challenges of absenteeism

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PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Four South Dakota school districts have been awarded Addressing Chronic Absenteeism Grants. These grants were awarded on a competitive basis to high-needs school districts. Mitchell, Spearfish, Leola, and Watertown school districts each received up to $500,000 to implement programs to support districts, students, and families with regular school attendance.  Money from… Read more »

Sioux Falls taking part of survey to eliminate lead out of water supply system

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- They want to get the lead out…out of the water supply system. Sioux Falls is taking part in a nationwide survey to identify lead water service lines. City environmental engineer Ted Lewis is asking for your help. You can find the survey at sdwaterpipes.com.

Sioux Falls taking part of survey to eliminate lead out of water supply system

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- They want to get the lead out…out of the water supply system. Sioux Falls is taking part in a nationwide survey to identify lead water service lines. City environmental engineer Ted Lewis is asking for your help. You can find the survey at sdwaterpipes.com.

Codington County Heritage Museum looking to make access to Carnegie Library easier

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG} The Codington County Heritage Museum has been housed in the historic Carnegie Library in downtown Watertown since 1975. While the space and the location are well-suited to preserve and display the area’s history, access – especially for those with mobility issues — has always been hampered by the massive steps leading up to… Read more »

Codington County Heritage Museum looking to make access to Carnegie Library easier

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG} The Codington County Heritage Museum has been housed in the historic Carnegie Library in downtown Watertown since 1975. While the space and the location are well-suited to preserve and display the area’s history, access – especially for those with mobility issues — has always been hampered by the massive steps leading up to… Read more »