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May 1, 2026

Update on the Richmond Dam project

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Interim Committee on Appropriation held their meeting on Thursday.  They got an update on the Richmond Dam and spillway project from Commissioner of School and Public Lands Brock Greenfield.  This update was required due to SB121 that was passed by the legislature. Greenfield has no issue providing updates every six months to… Read more »

May 1, 2026

Mid-America economy remains on positive territory

OMAHA, N.E.(KELO)- Our Regional manufacturing economy is in positive territory for a third straight month…but South Dakota numbers are less impressive. Manufacturing Supply Managers say their businesses are feeling the effect of tight supplies because of the war in Iran. Creighton University Economist Dr. Ernie Goss says despite that, the regional manufacturing economy is headed… Read more »

May 1, 2026

Preview of Aberdeen City Council meeting

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen City Council will meet on Monday at the Municipal Building. Items on the agenda include: An ordinance to supplement the 2026 budget for Aberdeen Park, Recreation, and Forestry activities. They look to transfer funds within the 2026 budget. The meeting will take place at 5:30pm and is open to the general… Read more »

April 30, 2026

Northern State held ribbon cutting for new Business and Health Innovation Center

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Northern State University held a ribbon cutting Thursday for the Business and Health Innovation Center. NSU President Alan LaFave went over the timeline of how the building came about. Board of Regents Vice President Randy Frederick describe the connection of business to the communities. Executive Director of the Startup and Innovation Center Bea… Read more »

April 30, 2026

Glacial Lakes Energy awarding Grant money to Rural Firefighters

Aberdeen, SD (Hub City Radio) At GLE, Safety, Community and partnership are words with serious meaning.. that’s why they launched the Fire Department Grant Program. Rural Firefighter Departments from all over NE South Dakota like, Aberdeen, Bowdle, Bristol, Columbia, Mellette, Miller, Northville, Redfield and Roscoe are several of the many Departments granted funds. Marcy Kohl… Read more »

April 30, 2026

North Dakota Street project to begin on Monday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Beginning at approximately 8am Monday, May 4th, 2026, the following road will be closed to thru traffic for reconstruction work: Dakota St. from 24th Ave. NE to 150’ N. of Nano Nagle Ave. NE The road is scheduled to be closed until Friday, October 2nd, 2026, or until finished.  Motorists are advised… Read more »

April 30, 2026

Congressman Johnson provide update on upcoming Farm Bill

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- Every five years or so, Congress considers, discusses, and eventually passes a new version of what’s known as the farm bill. It’s a simple name for a massive law that governs a lot of agricultural and food programs. Congress completed the majority of the bill last year, but according to Representative Dusty Johnson,… Read more »

April 30, 2026

Glacial Lakes Energy encourage the use of E30 gas

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)- With gas prices in this country at their highest level in four years, many consumers are turning to ethanol-blended fuel at the pump as a way to save money. Jim Seurer (sye-ur) is the CEO of Glacial Lakes Energy in Watertown. He says the savings can be significant–in some cases 70 to 80-cents… Read more »

April 30, 2026

Recap of Chamber Connections event at the library

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber Connections Series continued Thursday at the K.O.Lee Public Library. Feature speaker was attorney Julie Johnson.  The theme is the upcoming 2026 elections. Johnson went over the timeline between now and the June primary.  Absentee voting is now underway through June 1st.  She went over the deadline for… Read more »

April 30, 2026

Freedom Fountain dedication Saturday in Aberdeen

Aberdeen, SD (Hub City Radio) Hub City Radio caught up with Amy Lucas and Vern Preszler of the Disabled American Vets, who told us about the new fountain memorial. Amy Lucas- Preszler said they’d love to see Veterans of all kinds take in the dedication that showcases a partnership with the City. Fountains and Memorials… Read more »

April 29, 2026

Jon Hansen for Governor campaign stopped in Aberdeen on Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Jon Hansen campaign for Governor stopped in Aberdeen on Wednesday. When he first announced for governor, there were polls showing him with just 2% of voters.  Just last week, the latest poll had him climbing to 18% week. Hansen discuss why his numbers are getting better. One of the topics he addressed… Read more »

April 29, 2026

Preview of Chamber Connections Series

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber Connections Series continues Thursday at the K.O.Lee Public Library. Feature speaker is Julie Johnson.  The theme is the upcoming 2026 elections. Doors will be opening at 8:30AM.  The presentation will begin at 8:45AM.  Q&A will follow and networking will begin at around 9:30AM. If you’re unable to… Read more »

April 29, 2026

Candidate Forum planned for Saturday at the library

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce & the League of Women Voters will be hosting the 2026 Candidate Forum on Saturday at the K.O.Lee Public Library. Here is the lineup for the forum beginning at 9am: 9am-10am is the District 3 House: Incumbent Representative Al Novstrup, and challengers, Kaleb Weis, Spencer Sommers, and Tim… Read more »