PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- We’re not quite half way through this year’s legislative session, but South Dakota lawmakers have maintained a steady pace of moving bills through committees and over to the opposite Chamber for consideration. House Democratic Party leader Representative Oren Lesmeister (less-my-ster) from Parade says another thing that’s been consistent so far is good communication… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Avera St. Luke’s has increased access to quality health care by expanding services at Avera Aberdeen Family Physicians. The community can now see a provider for same day sick visits from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. “This will allow… Read more »

OMAHA, N.E.(KELO)- Manufacturing jobs are on the decline in our region…but not in South Dakota. Creighton University’s Mid-America Manufacturing Index was in positive territory last month…but not by much. Economist, Dr. Ernie Goss says the manufacturing sector of the economy lost jobs last month and is trying to climb out of a mild recession from… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- Emotional testimony in Pierre Thursday as lawmakers considered repealing the state’s death penalty(SB109). Supporters of the move question whether it deters violent crime. Opponents, including prosecutors and law enforcement, say it’s the only deterring factor for people to consider if they’re already facing a life prison term. The widow of prison guard Ron… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Department would like to announce that the Winter Fun Day that was scheduled for Saturday, February 3rd has been cancelled due to unseasonable weather conditions. In addition, due to these weather conditions the Outdoor Ice Rink operations have been suspended.  Outdoor Rinks and Warming Houses will… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Governor Noem on Wednesday delivered her speech to the joint session of the South Dakota Legislature focusing on what she saw at the Southern Border last week. Governor Noem told the members the issues with the immigration system. Noem said the situation at the Southern Border is having an impact in South Dakota.… Read more »

Deuel County, S.D.(Press Release)- One person died Saturday evening in a single vehicle crash in Deuel County. Preliminary information indicates Bruce Harold Milton, age 66 of Brandt, SD was traveling northbound on 479th Avenue just south of the 191st Street intersection. For an unknown reason the vehicle left the roadway entering the east ditch and… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Wednesday, Governor Kristi Noem signed the first bills of the 2024 legislative session into law. The first two bills she signed into law prioritize tribal relations. The first bill Governor Noem signed into law, SB 3, extends the length of time allowed for a tax agreement with an Indian tribe. And HB 1041 modifies… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(SDBA) – South Dakotans could get their first look at leading proponents and opponents going face-to-face on a proposed amendment to the state constitution that would make abortion legal. House Majority Leader Will Mortenson sent a letter to Dakotans for Health Founder Rick Weiland, asking him to attend a House State Affairs Committee hearing… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — South Dakota’s airports could get funding help for improving terminals and other infrastructure projects under a bill recommended for passage by a Senate committee Wednesday. SB114 would provide $90 million in state grants for new terminals and terminal improvements. The Senate Transportation Committee sent the bill to the Joint Appropriations Committee… Read more »