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May 21, 2025

Sailors of USS Pierre appeared at the State Capitol this week

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Another group of sailors that have been assigned to the United States Navy’s USS Pierre (LCS38) littoral combat ship are in South Dakota’s Capitol city this week, learning about their ship’s namesake. Commissioning Committee member Mike Mehlhaff, Jr., told the Pierre City Commission that the group had a busy day Tuesday. If you… Read more »

May 21, 2025

AAA expect busy traffic for Memorial Day weekend

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Triple A South Dakota is expecting a lot of travel on highways this Memorial Day weekend.  Spokesman Shawn Steward says more South Dakotans will be leaving home for the holiday than last year. Steward says most of those traveling will be by road, not sky or rail. Gas prices should make it easier… Read more »

May 21, 2025

Wine Walk coming up on Thursday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Wine Walk is scheduled for Thursday here in Aberdeen. Aberdeen Downtown Association Executive Director Alexa Sheldon provides a preview. Sheldon talks about the glasses being used for this year’s walk. Sheldon told the public there is still time to register for this. The Wine Walk goes from 5-8pm.

May 21, 2025

Preview of upcoming Summer Concert Series

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Downtown Association has announced the dates for the upcoming Summer Concert Series.  The dates set are June 26th, July 10th, and July 24th. Executive Director Alexa Sheldon talks about why the 3rd concert is occuring earlier than in years past. Sheldon discuss a promotion they are working on with non-profit organizations… Read more »

May 21, 2025

ADA’s Executive Director Alexa Sheldon discuss updated parking ordinances

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Monday, the Aberdeen City Council did the second reading on updating the parking ordinances for the city.  This would most impact downtown Aberdeen. Aberdeen Downtown Association Executive Director Alexa Sheldon talks about how this would impact the area. Sheldon talks about feedback she received since these ordinances were discussed two weeks ago.… Read more »

May 20, 2025

Church fire reported in Watertown Monday

WATERTOWN, S.D. (KWAT)–Cleanup and restoration work is underway at a Watertown church that caught fire following a lightning strike. The fire at Hosanna Lutheran on 14th Avenue North began around 1:30 Monday afternoon as a thunderstorm was rolling through the city. Fire damage was contained to the roof, but the sanctuary area flooded out from… Read more »

May 20, 2025

17th Ave. SE From S. Herret St. to S. Lloyd St. closed Wednesday & Thursday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) ROAD CLOSED: Weather permitting, beginning at approximately 8am Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, the following road will be closed to thru traffic for storm sewer installation: 17th Ave. SE From S. Herret St. to S. Lloyd St. The road is scheduled to be closed Wednesday, open Wednesday evening, and closed again Thursday til 5pm… Read more »

May 20, 2025

Brown County Commission address boundary agreement with city of Aberdeen

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Monday night, the Aberdeen City Council discuss boundary line highways in conjunction with the Brown County Commission.  On Tuesday, the Brown County Commission addressed that at the meeting. Brown County Highway Superintendent Dirk Rogers discuss what’s the goal of the agreement with the city of Aberdeen. Rogers  stated some examples. Rogers discuss… Read more »

May 19, 2025

2025 Aberdeen City Council elections now underway

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Early voting began Monday for the seats in the Southwest and Southeast Districts in the city of Aberdeen. Aberdeen Finance Officer Jordan McQuillen talks about where to vote early at. Aberdeen Community Development Manager Ken Hubbert talks about when campaign signs can be posted. Aberdeen City Attorney Ron Wager(Wag-er) reminds the city council… Read more »

May 19, 2025

Aberdeen City Manager Robin Bobzien update the water projects

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen City Manager, Robin Bobzien updated on the water projects during Monday’s City Council meeting. Bobzien talks about the application for SWRMS Funding for WINS Project. Bobzien talks about ARPA funds to be used for the Spring Lake project. That project is expected to start this summer.

May 19, 2025

Aberdeen City Council address boundaries

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen City Council at Monday night’s meeting address a boundary line highways agreement with the Brown County Commission. Aberdeen City Attorney Ron Wager(Wag-er) talks about the agreement. Wager discuss the purpose of the agreement. Wager explains Aberdeen might be the first city in the state to reach this type of an agreement.… Read more »

May 19, 2025

This week is National Public Works Week

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- This week is National Public Works Week.  Mayor Travis Schaunaman made a proclamation during Monday night’s City Council meeting.(1:21)