OMAHA, N.E.(DRGNews)- The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and its partner agencies collected and safely disposed of over 20,000 pounds of unused medications from South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska and North Dakota during last month’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Emily Murray with the DEA’s Omaha Division breaks down the weight of the medications collected,… Read more »
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Jean Hutson appointed circuit court administrator for Fifth Judicial Circuit
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)—Edmunds County Clerk of Court Jean Hutson has been selected as the new circuit court administrator for the Fifth Judicial Circuit in Aberdeen. Hutson has worked for the Unified Judicial System since 2013 and has been involved in various committees and workgroups during her time with the courts. Hutson has a bachelor of… Read more »
Youth Baseball & Softball Registration Reminder
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) Just a reminder that those interested in participating in youth baseball and softball, registrations are still being taken for the programs. Registrations after May 20 will be assessed a late fee. The summer youth baseball program is for youth going into the 3rd grade thru the age of 15. Youth softball… Read more »
Senator Thune to continue to defend Ellsworth Air Force Base
WASHINGTON, D.C.(KELO)- Ellsworth Air Force Base near Rapid City has come a long way in the last 20 years…and Senator John Thune says he aims to keep it going. 20 years ago the Defense Department’s Base Realignment and Closure Commission proposed closing the base. Thune says it was a gut punch for him…during his first… Read more »
Elizabeth Duffy & Nan Kelly win seats to Sioux Falls School Board
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – An incumbent and a newcomer have won seats on the Sioux Falls School Board of Education after the May 13 election. Elizabeth Duffy won 2,582 votes, earning the most votes on the ballot. Duffy is an attorney and a mother who moved to Sioux Falls in 2008 after… Read more »
Watertown High School Commencement planned for Sunday
WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- The Watertown School Board received an update from Patty McClemans regarding the upcoming high school graduation for the Class of 2025, as well as a special ceremony honoring Native American graduates. Graduation is scheduled for Sunday, May 25th, at 2:00 PM at the Watertown Civic Arena, with a live stream option available through… Read more »
Brown County Sheriff’s Office warn of phone scam
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- We have been made aware the scammers are at it again. They are now using our admin phone number. This will show up on your caller ID as 626-7100. These scammers are attempting to get you to pay for a warrant over the phone. It is important to note the Brown County… Read more »
Watertown School Board address new athletic complex
WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- The Watertown School Board approved a change order for the ongoing athletic complex project during tonight’s meeting. The board unanimously approved Change Order Number Six, which encompasses nine modifications to the project totaling an additional $46,301 to the contract. Watertown School District Business Manager Heidi Clausen presented the details of the change order.… Read more »
Update on Brown County Fairgrounds
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- At Tuesday’s Brown County Commission meeting, Brown County Fair Manager Rachel Kippley provided an update on what’s happening at the Fairgrounds. One topic discussed is the contract for a new gaga ball pit. Kippley was joined by members of the Aberdeen Area Association of Realtors. Former President of them, Joni Napton talked about… Read more »
Aberdeen Police Department seeking assistance in locating missing person
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) We are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a woman for a welfare check. Ahlaqui Blindman, is early 30s, 5’6” 143 lbs, and was last seen on May 7. She was reported missing on May 10. The Aberdeen Police Department has been in contact with friends and relatives of Ahlaqui. We… Read more »