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Vet’s Coffee on Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) OPEN TO THE PUBLIC; CASUAL ATMOSPHERE, COFFEE & FRIENDS. ACTIVE & NON-ACTIVE MILITARY ARE INVITED ALONG WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY; DONUTS PROVIDED BY PRAIRIE HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE. Date: Jan 08 2025 Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Location: Aberdeen Senior Center 1303 Seventh Ave. S.E. Event Phone Number: 6056263330 Contact Person: Jackie Witlock Contact… Read more »

Vet’s Coffee on Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) OPEN TO THE PUBLIC; CASUAL ATMOSPHERE, COFFEE & FRIENDS. ACTIVE & NON-ACTIVE MILITARY ARE INVITED ALONG WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY; DONUTS PROVIDED BY PRAIRIE HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE. Date: Jan 08 2025 Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Location: Aberdeen Senior Center 1303 Seventh Ave. S.E. Event Phone Number: 6056263330 Contact Person: Jackie Witlock Contact… Read more »

Watertown Mayor Holien undecided about whether to seek re-election

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–Mayor Ried Holien says he hasn’t made a decision yet on whether to run for another four year term as Watertown mayor, but a decision will be coming soon. Holien is a former State Senator who chose not to run for re-election to that position due to the desire to spend more time with… Read more »

Watertown Mayor Holien undecided about whether to seek re-election

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–Mayor Ried Holien says he hasn’t made a decision yet on whether to run for another four year term as Watertown mayor, but a decision will be coming soon. Holien is a former State Senator who chose not to run for re-election to that position due to the desire to spend more time with… Read more »

Pierre Airport has three EAS bids

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Three regional airlines have submitted bids to serve Pierre with Essential Air Service for the next two and in some cases four years. Denver Air Connection has proposed 12 weekly round-trip flights to Denver.  They are asking for five-point million in subsidies for the first year and six-point-three million in year two.  Denver… Read more »

Pierre Airport has three EAS bids

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Three regional airlines have submitted bids to serve Pierre with Essential Air Service for the next two and in some cases four years. Denver Air Connection has proposed 12 weekly round-trip flights to Denver.  They are asking for five-point million in subsidies for the first year and six-point-three million in year two.  Denver… Read more »

Attorney General Jackley sending bills to legislature for them to consider

PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- The 100th Session of the South Dakota Legislature kicks off next Tuesday. When it does, Attorney General Marty Jackley will be ready with a package of bills for legislators to consider. The package includes a measure to create whistle blower protection for state employees who may observe suspicious activities in state government. His… Read more »

Attorney General Jackley sending bills to legislature for them to consider

PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- The 100th Session of the South Dakota Legislature kicks off next Tuesday. When it does, Attorney General Marty Jackley will be ready with a package of bills for legislators to consider. The package includes a measure to create whistle blower protection for state employees who may observe suspicious activities in state government. His… Read more »

Watertown City Council approve liquor license for Infinity Fun

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- Parents are always on the lookout for activities they can enjoy with their children, especially during the long South Dakota winters. Infinity Fun’ would become a new indoor entertainment center, set to transform the former Studio 212 (Shopko) building at 714 9th Ave SE into a hub of family fun. The City Council… Read more »

Watertown City Council approve liquor license for Infinity Fun

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- Parents are always on the lookout for activities they can enjoy with their children, especially during the long South Dakota winters. Infinity Fun’ would become a new indoor entertainment center, set to transform the former Studio 212 (Shopko) building at 714 9th Ave SE into a hub of family fun. The City Council… Read more »

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Lottery ticket bought in Murdo wins over $200,000

MURDO, S.D.(DRGNews)- A Dakota Cash lottery ticket sold in Murdo is a $203,020 jackpot winner. The winning ticket in Saturday’s drawing was purchased at Murdo Amoco in Murdo. A spokesperson for South Dakota Lottery told DRG Media Group that the prize has been claimed, but the winner’s name– or names– were not released.

Lottery ticket bought in Murdo wins over $200,000

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MURDO, S.D.(DRGNews)- A Dakota Cash lottery ticket sold in Murdo is a $203,020 jackpot winner. The winning ticket in Saturday’s drawing was purchased at Murdo Amoco in Murdo. A spokesperson for South Dakota Lottery told DRG Media Group that the prize has been claimed, but the winner’s name– or names– were not released.

Brown County Commission swear in two commissioners

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Brown County Commissioner held their first meeting of 2025 Tuesday.  At the meeting, both Duane Sutton & Kyler Dinger were sworn in for their respective terms.  Also being sworn in was Brown County State’s Attorney Karly Winter. Following the swearing in, the Commission elected Duane Sutton to once again be Chairman &… Read more »

Brown County Commission swear in two commissioners

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Brown County Commissioner held their first meeting of 2025 Tuesday.  At the meeting, both Duane Sutton & Kyler Dinger were sworn in for their respective terms.  Also being sworn in was Brown County State’s Attorney Karly Winter. Following the swearing in, the Commission elected Duane Sutton to once again be Chairman &… Read more »

Brown County Commission address resolutions dealing with local control & eminent domain

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Brown County Commission address two resolutions dealing with the issue of local control & eminent domain.  Both issues the commission believed could be addressed by the South Dakota Legislature. Brown County Commissioner Drew Dennert reads the resolution dealing with local control.(1:21) Dennert reads the resolution dealing with eminent domain.(1:41) Dennert discuss the… Read more »

Brown County Commission address resolutions dealing with local control & eminent domain

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Brown County Commission address two resolutions dealing with the issue of local control & eminent domain.  Both issues the commission believed could be addressed by the South Dakota Legislature. Brown County Commissioner Drew Dennert reads the resolution dealing with local control.(1:21) Dennert reads the resolution dealing with eminent domain.(1:41) Dennert discuss the… Read more »

Brown County Highway Superintendent Dirk Rogers comment on RAIF

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- During the open forum of the Brown County Commission meeting, Brown County Highway Superintendent Dirk Rogers discuss the RAIF program. RAIF stands for Rural Access Infrastructure Fund.  Rogers express concerns about funding that could be coming out of Brown County and going toward other counties. Rogers responded to Commissioner Duane Sutton’s question about… Read more »

Brown County Highway Superintendent Dirk Rogers comment on RAIF

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- During the open forum of the Brown County Commission meeting, Brown County Highway Superintendent Dirk Rogers discuss the RAIF program. RAIF stands for Rural Access Infrastructure Fund.  Rogers express concerns about funding that could be coming out of Brown County and going toward other counties. Rogers responded to Commissioner Duane Sutton’s question about… Read more »

Aberdeen City Council address the CO2 pipeline debate

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Back at last Tuesday’s Brown County Commission meeting, former Commissioner Dennis Feickert told them about his conversations with Aberdeen City Manager Robin Bobzien & Aberdeen Mayor Travis Schaunaman regarding Summit Carbon Solutions’ application to the South Dakota PUC. At Monday’s City Council meeting, City Manager Robin Bobzien talks about the pipeline request. Aberdeen… Read more »

Aberdeen City Council address the CO2 pipeline debate

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Back at last Tuesday’s Brown County Commission meeting, former Commissioner Dennis Feickert told them about his conversations with Aberdeen City Manager Robin Bobzien & Aberdeen Mayor Travis Schaunaman regarding Summit Carbon Solutions’ application to the South Dakota PUC. At Monday’s City Council meeting, City Manager Robin Bobzien talks about the pipeline request. Aberdeen… Read more »