WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- Zebra mussels, an invasive species that has infested Lake Kampeska, are now causing problems for the irrigation system at the city-owned Cattail Crossing Golf Course. During a Watertown Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Board meeting today, Golf Course Maintenance Supervisor Scott Schunter provided an update on the issue. Schunter reported that approximately 40 of… Read more »

HOT SPRINGS, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday, Brian Bengs announced that he will running for the U.S. Senate currently occupied at Senator Mike Rounds as an Independent candidate. Bengs who was a professor at Northern State University now resides in Hot Springs, S.D.  Prior to announcing his candidacy, he was the park ranger at Wind Cave National… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) STREET SWEEPING MAINTENANCE: The City of Aberdeen Public Works Department would like to remind Aberdeen residents that street sweeping will begin Monday, May 5, 2025, between the hours of 4am to 4pm.  A link to the street sweeping map is provided.   For further questions, please call the Public Works Department… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Thursday, Representative Christopher Reder announced he will be resigning as South Dakota House member for District 1. Area legislators released the following statements upon hearing he resigned. District 1 Representative Logan Manhart: “I am thankful for Chris’s work in the legislature this year.  It was a pleasure getting to know him and… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Representative Christopher Reder announced Thursday that he has resigned as legislator representing District 1. Here’ is his resignation letter: “Good afternoon, I am sending out this statement in reference to my decision I took this afternoon, to step down as the South Dakota House of Representatives, District #1 representative. This was not… Read more »

OMAHA, N.E.(KELO)- Our regional manufacturing economy is slowing down…but still in positive territory. That’s the main finding of the April Mid-America Business Conditions Index from Creighton University. Creighton economist, Dr. Ernie Goss. The Index includes a survey of manufacturing supply managers. One of those managers described the uncertainty caused by tariffs paralyzing. The impact of… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.(South Dakota Searchlight)- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency granted an emergency waiver permitting the nationwide sale of a fuel blend with higher amounts of ethanol through the summer months, which fuel and farm leaders say will help farmers, fuel producers and drivers at the pumps. Midwestern states, including Iowa and South Dakota, already had waivers… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(Press Release) – The South Dakota Democratic Party is honored to announce Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as our keynote speaker for our annual McGovern Day dinner on July 12th in Sioux Falls. Walz was first elected Governor in 2018 and won re-election in 2022. He is a proven leader in Minnesota, helping to… Read more »

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)- Snowfall across South Dakota this past winter was below average, and that means many areas of the state are trying to catch up on subsoil moisture levels as spring planting progresses. Here’s South Dakota Agriculture and Natural Resources Secretary Hunter Roberts. The southwest corner of the state, including Fall River, Custer and Oglala… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The following intersection and roads will remain closed to thru traffic in the following area for water main replacement through Thursday: Intersection of S. Lincoln St. & 11th Ave. SE and Lincoln St. from 10th Ave. SE to 12th Ave. SE and 11th Ave. SE from S. Main St. to S. Washington… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.(HubCityRadio)- Tuesday marked the 100th day in office for President Donald Trump since taking over on January 20, 2025.  Senator John Thune went on the floor of the U.S. Senator John Thune reflected on his term so far. Thune talks about how the country has become more energy independent. Thune discuss what Congress and… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Thunder Road, a family entertainment destination located in Wylie Park, is opening for the 2025 season on Saturday, May 3 from Noon to 8pm, weather permitting.  Family-owned and operated, Thunder Road is known for providing high-quality entertainment for families in a safe, clean and welcoming environment. With temperatures forecasted to reach the… Read more »

SPRINGFIELD, S.D.(HubCityRadio)-  The second meeting of the member of the Project Prison Reset was held Tuesday in Springfield. Heading the committee is Lt. Governor Tony Venhuizen.  One of items on the agenda is looking into locations that may be interested in having the Men’s Prison at their city. Among the twelve sites submitted included two… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Beginning at approximately 7am Thursday, May 1st, 2025, BNSF will have the following section of road closed to thru traffic for railroad crossing repair: County Road 19 Railroad Tracks Only (These are the tracks south of 3M and north of Menards) The section of the road is scheduled to remain closed until… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.(DRGNews)- The United States government announced Tuesday that criminal charges against South Dakota ranchers Charles and Heather Maude had been dropped. In March 2024, the Maudes were notified that the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service had received a complaint claiming a fence between their property and the adjacent Buffalo Gap National Grasslands blocked… Read more »