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October 7, 2024

33-year-old Madison man arrested in Pierre

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- A 33 year old man from Madison, SD, was arrested after a brief, slow speed pursuit in Pierre Sunday evening. Information from the Pierre Police Department says Patrol Officers were dispatched to a complaint of a possible intoxicated driver near the intersection of Pierre Street and Sioux Avenue. The report said the driver… Read more »

October 7, 2024

79-year-old woman dies from injuries after Codington County crash

WATERTOWN, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – A Florence woman has died from injuries sustained in a crash with a semi-truck. The crash occurred west of Watertown on September 21. The driver of a 1999 Peterbilt was eastbound on US Highway 212 when a woman driving a 2012 Chevrolet Impala westbound attempted to turn left across… Read more »

October 4, 2024

Fire Prevention Week

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 6-12, and the theme is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!” Smoke alarms reduce the risk of dying in a home fire by more than half (54 percent). Meanwhile, three out of five fire deaths happen in homes with either no smoke alarms or no… Read more »

October 4, 2024

Increase in counterfeit prescription drugs being sold online

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- People ordering prescriptions from online pharmacies may be getting more than they bargained for…and it could cost them their lives. The Justice Department has indicted a number of individuals for selling counterfeit prescription drugs online. The CDC is warning against online purchases, because some of the unregulated drugs contain fentanyl. That warning… Read more »

October 4, 2024

Build Dakota coming to Stanley County High School Monday

FORT PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- A roadshow providing information about a unique scholarship opportunity for South Dakota students will be at the Stanley County High School Monday. Build Dakota Program Manager Deni (denny) Martin says the Build Dakota Scholarships are an incentive for students attending one of the state’s four technical colleges to enter career fields that… Read more »

October 3, 2024

Congressman Johnson addresses a variety of topics

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Congressman Dusty Johnson was in Aberdeen earlier this week and we had an opportunity to conduct an interview addressing his stay here as well as what’s happening in Washington. Congress was able to avoid a government shutdown by doing a CR to fund government through December 11th. Congressman Johnson discuss goals Republicans had… Read more »

October 3, 2024

Congressman Johnson field questions from high school students

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- During the Level Up Conference held Thursday at NSU, Congressman Johnson took time to answer questions about issues concerning them. Johnson was asked whether Donald Trump would clean the swamp in Washington if elected. Johnson was asked about a bill addressing violence against women in the country. Johnson discuss his stance on whether… Read more »

October 3, 2024

Warning signs found in new South Dakota economic data

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(SD News Watch)- A new state fiscal report contains some warning signs that South Dakota’s generally strong economy may have some sudden, unexpected weaknesses. Here is South Dakota News Watch reporter Bart Pfankuch with the story.(1:39) For more on this story, go online to read at SDNewsWatch.org.

October 3, 2024

2024 TEAM Conference scheduled for October 17th

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) –The 2024 TEAM Conference is scheduled for October 17 at the Aberdeen Ramkota Hotel Convention Center. TEAM stands for Talent Engagement, Acquisition and Management. This one-day conference is open to business owners, employers, human resource professionals, managers, and employees from Aberdeen and the surrounding area. Hosted by the Aberdeen Area Chamber of… Read more »

October 2, 2024

Attorney General Marty Jackley warns of Hurricane Helene relief scams

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELOLAND) — Attorney General Marty Jackley is warning South Dakotans about donation scams involving relief efforts for the victims of Hurricane Helene. “Unscrupulous scammers always use disasters like this to deceive people who want to help,” said Attorney General Jackley in a press release. “The Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division encourages people… Read more »

October 2, 2024

Large fire near Mclaughlin

MCLAUGHLIN, S.D. (KELOLAND) — A large fire is active north of Mclaughlin, South Dakota according to a Facebook post from Mobridge Fire Department. Firefighters are asking residents to stay clear of the area and let crews work. Smoke was seen on our KELO Live Cam in Mobridge. Most of western and central South Dakota remains in… Read more »