PIERRE, S.D. (KCCR) – Some SkyWest passengers on their way to Denver got some unexpected layover time in Pierre after weather got in the way of their flight. Pierre Airport Manager Mike Issacs says thunderstorms moving through the Watertown area impacted the plane. Issacs says the afternoon flight out of Pierre was rescheduled, but wasn’t… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Northern State University has named three finalists for the position of NSU Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The finalists will visit campus beginning next week, with open forums held at the following times and locations: Dr. John Ernst: Monday, April 22, 4-4:45 p.m., Williams Library Rotunda Dr. Michael… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Storybook Land will open Friday, April 19 at 10:00 a.m. Storybook Land will be open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Visitor Center will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. weather permitting… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (WNAX) – The University Center in Sioux Falls will get a new name, under new management, in an effort to attract more students. Executive Director Carmen Simone says the to be determined name will help in marketing to new students. Simone says they have a target enrollment in mind. Simone says they… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D. (WNAX) – The damage assessment continues across Yankton County following last month’s rain and flooding. Director of Emergency Management Paul Scherschligt says they have about half of the reports finalized. Scherschligt told the county commission that estimate does not include road, bridge and culvert damages. Scherschligt says the close out of the disaster… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Cracked pipes have led to a hole opening up at an intersection in Aberdeen. Lynn Lander, City Manager, described what transpired that eventually closed the intersection at Eighth Ave. and S. Washington St. He said that the city knew there was an issue, located the problem area and blocked it off… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – Nine new troopers will join the South Dakota Highway Patrol during a graduation ceremony Thursday, April 18, in the state Capitol Rotunda. The ceremony was postponed from last Friday due to weather. South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice David Gilbertson is the guest speaker. The ceremony, which is open to… Read more »

VOLGA, S.D. (WNAX) – Crews continue to make repairs and restore power to customers of Sioux Valley Energy. Spokesperson Carrie Vugteveen (v-ugg-ta-vean) says more of their system has been brought back online. She says there are still about 700 customers in the dark, down from over 10,000 at one time. Vugteveen says it will take… Read more »

BURKE, S.D. (WNAX) – Former democratic Governor candidate Billie Sutton is setting up a leadership institute. He says it is one way he can stay involved in public policy. Sutton says they are now taking applications for their first class. Sutton says the first meeting will be held in Chamberlain. Sutton says he wants to… Read more »

ON THE SOUTHERN BORDER (KELO.com) — Dusty Johnson (R) is giving online updates of his visit to the Mexican border. Postings include a video of Dusty standing in front of a barrier under construction. Johnson says there are humanitarian and national security issues on the border. South Dakota’s lone U.S. Representative is part of a Congressional… Read more »

BROOKINGS, S.D. (WNAX) – Storms over the last few weeks have brought blizzards and flooding to the Northern Plains. SDSU Extension Veterinarian Dr. Russ Daly says in the next few weeks, disease could pop up, especially in calves and cows. He says calves will be more susceptible to diseases. Daly says producers need to be… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony will present “It’s-A-Me!” on Saturday, April 27 at the Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater at the Johnson Fine Arts Center on the campus of Northern State. The concert, which starts at 7:30 p.m., will conclude the current season and feature well-known Italian pieces, according to Christopher Stanichar,… Read more »

HARTFORD, S.D. (WNAX) – Former legislator and U.S. House candidate Paula Hawks was elected Chair of the South Dakota Democratic Party at their central committee meeting last month. Hawks, of Hartford, says she ran because she wants to be involved but also stay connected to her family. Hawks says they will hold meetings this year… Read more »

STURGIS, S.D. (KBHB) – The Sturgis City Council Monday night voted to amend the service area of its ambulance area after many area campgrounds served by it failed to come up with a funding proposal. Residents of Sturgis and some surrounding areas like Fort Meade, pay for the Sturgis Ambulance Service in their property taxes.… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D. (DRG News) – WWII or airplane enthusiasts can get a glimpse of history Wednesday morning at the Pierre Regional Airport. Pierre Mayor Steve Harding says an Air Force Bomber from the Doolittle Raid will be on display from 10:30-11:30 a.m. The plane is also making stops at Sioux Falls, Mitchell, Ellsworth Air Force… Read more »