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December 5, 2024

Preview of 109th SDFU’s annual convention

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Coming up next week, the South Dakota Farmers Union will be hosting their 109th SDFU Convention in Huron.  SDFU’s President Doug Sombke & National Farmers Union Vice President Jeff Kippley provides a preview. President Sombke talks about the issue of property rights. Vice President Kippley talks about the impact of Refered Law 21… Read more »

December 5, 2024

US DOT looking for EAS bids for Watertown & Pierre airports

SOUTH DAKOTA(KCCR)- The U-S Department of Transportation Wednesday issued an order requesting proposals for Essential Air Service contracts for Pierre and Watertown.  Pierre Regional Airport Liaison to the Pierre City Commission Jamie Huizenga says the city has no control over which airlines take a chance on serving the city. The eight-page U-S D-O-T order specifically… Read more »

December 5, 2024

Senator Rounds preview 2025 session

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Since last month’s general election there is a new feeling in the nation’s capital.  South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds says Senate Republicans have met to discuss what a Republican-controlled Congress looks like. Rounds says with the selection of fellow South Dakota Senator John Thune to lead them the Senate is ready to rally… Read more »

December 5, 2024

Aberdeen Area Light Up the Night at the Red Rooster on Saturday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio) The Aberdeen Homeless Coalition is hosting an event at the Red Rooster Coffee Shop in downtown Aberdeen on Saturday evening. Kathy Zerr, a member of the Aberdeen Homeless Coalition, talks about some of the event details. Eric, a member of the Aberdeen Homeless Coalition, shares how this event came to… Read more »

December 4, 2024

Codington County awarded grant to address substance abuse disorders

WATERTOWN, S.D.(Press Release)- Local Watertown community leaders proudly announce that Codington County has been awarded the Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Program (COSSUP) grant from the Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance. This significant funding, amounting to $1 million over three years, will support programs aimed at serving justice-impacted individuals with substance use… Read more »

December 4, 2024

Minnehaha County Commissioner and Auditor clash over 2024 elections

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- A month after the election, and Minnehaha County Commissioners and County Auditor Leah Anderson are still disputing her handling of the 2024 vote. Commissioner Joe Kippley is her primary detractor…criticizing what he called a disorganized legislative race recount in District 15. Candidate Joni Tschetter lost the election by just nine votes after… Read more »

December 4, 2024

NESD CASA Program returns to Aberdeen & surrounding areas

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio) A much needed program that helps the youth of northeast South Dakota is returning to the area for the first time since ceasing operations in 2011. Gloria Hutson, the Executive Director for the Fifth Judicial Circuit CASA program, shares how she got involved with CASA. Hutson states what CASA stands… Read more »

December 4, 2024

Holiday Celebration for Youth scheduled for Thursday, December 12th

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- A “Holiday Celebration for Youth” is scheduled to be held at the Aberdeen Civic Arena on Thursday, December 12 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.  Youths of all ages are welcome to participate in fun holiday activities.   The event is sponsored by the Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department with special assistance from… Read more »

December 4, 2024

Redfield Parade of Lights on Saturday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) Come enjoy the brilliance of the holiday season while watching the festivities on Main Street in downtown Redfield. Parade units with sparkling lights are guaranteed to bring holiday cheer to all in attendance. Please bring a non-perishable food item to donate!! Date: Dec 07 2024 Time: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM… Read more »

December 4, 2024

Visit Santa at the Uptown Aberdeen Mall on Saturday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) Visit Santa on December 7th from 12pm – 3pm. No photographer will be present. Can take own photos, no charge. Date: Dec 07 2024 Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Location: Uptown Aberdeen Mall 3315 Sixth Ave. S.E.

December 4, 2024

Update on Brown County Fair happenings

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)-  Brown County Fair Manager Rachel Kippley provided an update Wednesday on the happenings with the Brown County Fair and other event affiliated with them. Kippley talks about the cyber sales happening now for the grandstand concerts coming up in 2025. Already two acts have been declared for the 2025 fair(Tracy Lawrence on Thursday… Read more »

December 4, 2024

Women of the Moose Holiday Shopping Event on Saturday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) Women of the Moose Holiday Shopping Event Moose Family Center 410 9th Ave SW Aberdeen saturday December 7, 2024 9:00AM- 4:00 PM lunch will be available For more information call Mary Ann at 605-380-5955 Vendors, crafts, food candles Avon, Beckler Woodworking, Beehive crafts ,Bling&Things, Jada’s Henna Art and facepainting, Mary Kay… Read more »

December 4, 2024

Salvation Army doing Christmas Basket and Angel Tree in Huron

HURON, S.D.(KOKK)- The need is large each year for citizens who need a little help during the holidays.  Proof in the past is shown with the Huron Salvation Army Christmas Basket and Angel Tree programs.  This year the Angel Tree has received an increase in applications.  Salvation Army advisory board member Cara Osier(oh’ heur) said it… Read more »