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September 30, 2026

Democratic candidate for U.S. House discussed her economic plans

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- On Wednesday, Democratic candidate for the U.S. House, Nikki Gronli announced her economic plans if elected to Congress. Gronli relayed messages she’s been hearing from all across the state. Gronli wants to address the tariffs that President Trump is trying to put in place. Gronli wants to cap insulin at… Read more »

September 30, 2026

Jackley for Congress campaign made stop in Brookings

BROOKINGS, S.D.(KBRK)- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley is running for Congress and visited Brookings Tuesday. Jackley says his recent experience sponsoring state legislation could help him if elected to Congress. He’d also like to work at the federal level to reduce the flow of illegal drugs. Jackley said more can be done to address… Read more »

September 30, 2026

Preview of Chamber Connections Series

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber Connections Series continues Thursday at the K.O.Lee Public Library. Feature speaker is Rita Nelson, Build Dakota Scholarship Workforce Relations Coordinator.  She’ll provide an update on what’s happening with them. Doors will be opening at 8:30AM.  The presentation will begin at 8:45AM.  Q&A will follow and networking will… Read more »

September 29, 2026

Candidates running for Governor held debate Monday at SDPB

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- SDPB in conjunction with South Dakota NewsWatch held a one hour debate Monday night.  Two candidates running for Governor are the incumbent Governor Larry Rhoden(R) and Dan Ahlers(D).  Both candidates addressed several different topics. Affordibility: Governor Rhoden looked toward addressing lower property taxes to lead to allowing citizens the opportunity… Read more »

September 29, 2026

Commission approves 2027 Budget and hear concerns on Homelessness

ABERDEEN, SD (Hub City Radio) The Brown County Commissioners Meeting had several items on the agenda, one of which was the approval of the County Budget for 2027. Commissioner Drew Dennert said it is actually lower than last years budget and explained why. Chairman Duane Sutton felt the County did a good job of being… Read more »

September 29, 2026

Group explains opposition to Amendment I

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- Four years after Medicaid benefits were expanded by voters, and Debate over the issue rages on. A coalition of health professionals, patient advocacy groups and business and community leaders are urging voters to reject Admendment I on this year’s ballot. The amendment would roll back medicaid expansion if the Federal… Read more »

September 29, 2026

Aberdeen School Board addressed policy dealing with smoking and vaping

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- The Aberdeen School Board on Monday discuss a policy dealing with smoking and vaping on school property for students and staff. Aberdeen Superintendent Becky Guffin: Guffin also talked about the South Dakota Quitline. The School Board approved the first reading on the policy.  Second reading scheduled for Monday, October 13th.

September 29, 2026

Aberdeen School Board approved their school budget

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- The Aberdeen School Board approved their budget for the 2026-27 school year. The budget was first introduced in July.  Finance Director Michaela Solum went over the revenue projected for the school year. Solum talked about projected expenses. Solum informed the school board that they will be in a deficit of over… Read more »

September 29, 2026

Public School Foundation report delivered to the Aberdeen School Board

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- Aberdeen Public School Foundation Director Gretchen Sharp delivered her report for the past school year to the Aberdeen School Board on Monday night. Sharp talked about their mission. All students in public schools from elementary to high school.  Sharp talked about grant money used for Number Ninjas now used at all… Read more »

September 29, 2026

Sanford Aberdeen doing flu vaccines on Saturday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio) – Sanford Aberdeen is now offering the flu vaccination to patients 6 months and older. Sanford Aberdeen Clinic will host a flu vaccine event on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to noon. Adults should wear a shirt with sleeves that can easily be rolled up and bring an insurance card as… Read more »

September 28, 2026

City of Aberdeen recognized nationwide

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- The city of Aberdeen was recognized over the weekend in Gettysburg, P.A. Ron Krogman with 40/8 reminded the council that the city was recognized as the city of the year when dealing with veterans. Last Saturday, the city received a major award in Gettysburg.  Krogman read the proclamation. Aberdeen Deputy Mayor… Read more »

September 28, 2026

Aberdeen City Council addressed homelessness and housing issues

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio)- On Monday night, the Aberdeen City Council heard issues dealing with homelessness and housing in the city. During the open forum, Melanie Bobby with the Aberdeen New Start Program talked about how many are homeless in Aberdeen. Bobby offered a suggestion of putting up an emergency shelter heading into the… Read more »

September 28, 2026

Aberdeen City Council digs deeper into data centers

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio)- The Aberdeen City Council once again addressed data centers at Monday night’s meeting. During the open forum segment, Clark Thares spoke on his own behalf.  He addressed statements made by Aberdeen Development Corporation’s Executive Director Tim Hanigan. Thares told the council he believes the ADC needs to be more transparent.… Read more »

September 28, 2026

Governor Rhoden signed executive order addressing high diesel prices

PIERRE, S.D.(Hub City Radio) –On Monday, Governor Larry Rhoden signed Executive Order 2026-11, which provides flexibility for South Dakota farmers who are enduring high diesel prices this harvest season. “Diesel prices are far too high, and that has an impact on our farmers, especially during harvest. These actions should provide them some relief while they… Read more »