SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) – Sioux Falls police have identified a man who was fatally stabbed. Police say 25-year-old Dugan Francis Tobacco of Sioux Falls died early Tuesday. Tobacco was stabbed in Sioux Falls along with another 26-year-old man. That man was taken to a hospital with non-life- threatening injuries. Police say that “all involved… Read more »

BROOKINGS, S.D. (KJJQ) – Next year could prove challenging for school districts across South Dakota. Governor Kristi Noem has proposed no increase for K-12 education in her budget proposal. Brookings School Superintendent Klint Willert says it’s disgraceful. In addition, Willert says state law calls for education funding to be increased annually by either three-percent or… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WNAX) – The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation approved the 5G Spectrum Act, which would ensure mid-band spectrum is quickly made available in the market by requiring a transparent and competitive public auctioning process. The bill would require that at least 50 percent of the first $40 billion in auction revenue… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D. (WNAX) – The Yankton City Commission agreed to help fund transportation costs for upcoming archery tournaments. The U.S. Archery National Field Championships next year and the Hyundai (hun-die) World Archery Championship in 2021 will be held at the National Field Archery Association facility in Yankton. NFAA President Bruce Cull told the commission the… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The Seventh Annual Lexy Becker Memorial Blood Drive will take place Sunday, Dec. 15 from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Aberdeen Mall (near Dunham’s Sports). The drive was started by Melissa Becker, Lexy’s mother, in honor of her daughter, who lost her battle with cancer in 2012. Becker said… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D. (WNAX) – District 18 State Senator Craig Kennedy spoke to the Yankton School Board this week. Kennedy outlined the number of education related bills the legislature dealt with this year. Kennedy says education is always a big issue in Pierre. Members of the school board told Kennedy they were concerned with the zero… Read more »

WATERTOWN, S.D. (KWAT) — If you’re having a hard time getting into the holiday spirit this year, a trip to Fort Sisseton State Park this weekend might be just what you need. The fort is holding its annual “Prairie Christmas.” Park Manager Ali Tonsfeldt talks about the event. Tonsfeldt says it’s being held this Saturday… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The Aberdeen Family Y is once again offering a Parents Night Out. The event takes place on Friday, Dec. 13. Shelby Braun, After School Coordinator at the Youth Development Center, explained the details of the evening. The event is open to both YMCA members and non-members alike.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) — Sioux Falls keeps growing and Augustana University wants to grow with it. Augustana President Stephanie Herseth-Sandlin is talking about the school’s new master plan, or road map, called ‘Viking Bold – The Journey to 2030.’ “At the end of 2030, our goal is to grow from 2,100 students to 3,000… Read more »

Courtesy of SDFU Today, one of the state’s largest agriculture organizations, South Dakota Farmers Union (SDFU) recognized Senator Tom Daschle (left) for his dedication to South Dakota agriculture with the 2019 Ag Ambassador Award, during the organization’s 104th State Convention held in Aberdeen Dec. 10-11. Daschle is pictured here with SDFU President, Doug Sombke during the… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Brown County Farmers, John and Margaret Sumption were recognized Dec. 10 recognized for their support of rural youth and education with the Star of Education Award by South Dakota Farmers Union (SDFU) during the organization’s state convention held in Aberdeen Dec. 10-11. “Through their time, financial gifts and leadership, John… Read more »

STURGIS, S.D. (KBHB) – For many older South Dakotans, going back to work is not an option – it’s a necessity. That’s why a local resource wants to make sure senior citizens know that a help is out there to help them overcome barriers to employment and get the skills they need to find good… Read more »

SPEARFISH, S.D. (WNAX) – Spearfish cow calf producer Eric Jennings is the new President of the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association. Jennings who was chosen at last week’s state convention takes over for Steve Ollerich. Jennings says one issue they’re monitoring is the development and implementation of radio frequency identification tags. He says there are some… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) – Crews in Sioux Falls will use sound cannons to scare away geese starting this week. Sioux Falls Animal Control is trying to scare off thousands of geese migrating into the area. The birds start searching for new open water areas as ponds and lakes in rural South Dakota freeze over.… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D. (KBHB) – South Dakota’s Game, Fish and Parks says Chronic Wasting Disease has been reported in Meade, Harding and Tripp Counties. G.F. & P. Wildlife Program Administrator Chad Switzer says one male mule deer from both Harding and Meade counties tested positive, while three male and one female white-tailed deer were positive from… Read more »