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WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–The defense team for Jeremiah Peacemaker has released a statement to KWAT News about the outcome of his recent nine day trial in Watertown. On Tuesday, Peacemaker was found not guilty of murder and manslaughter charges in the decapitation killing of Kendra Owen in August 2020. The statement signed by attorneys Kate Benson and… Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C.(HubCityRadio)- On Thursday, President Joe Biden will be presenting his State of the Union Address to the nation. Congressman Dusty Johnson previews what some of the topics that could be discussed during the speech. One issue sure to be addressed will be the issue with the southern border. For the second straight year, Congressman… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Releases)- On Wednesday, the South Dakota legislature passed three pipeline-related bills(SB201, HB1185 & HB1186). Here’s are some reactions to the bills being passed Wednesday. Governor Kristi Noem: “I stand with South Dakota landowners and always will,” saidGovernor Kristi Noem. “I am looking forward to signing a Landowner Bill of Rights that will provide… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — A trio of carbon pipeline-related compromise bills pass the House this afternoon (Wednesday). SB201 passed 39 to 31, HB1185 passed 42 to 28, and HB1186 passed 41 to 29. The debate on the bills was often emotional and pointed at the other side. SB201 still gives local governments some say over… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Alzheimer’s Association will offer a free presentation on “Effective Communication Strategies” on Thursday, March 14 from 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the Aberdeen Senior Center (1303 7th Avenue SE). The presentation is open to the public; registration is not required, but is appreciated. Communication is more than just talking… Read more »
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- South Dakota Democratic Party announce that Sheryl Johnson will be running for the U.S. House seat representating South Dakota. Johnson tells us about her background. Johnson is also a wife of a husband who served in the military. Johnson talks about her motivation for running in the U.S. House seat. Johnson criticizes… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- South Dakota lawmakers are working up to the last minute to set next year’s budget. They have to finalize the spending plan by the end of the main run of the session, which is tomorrow. House Majority Leader Will Mortenson says it’s tight this year…and will be even tighter next year. Watertown Senator… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- On a 4-1 vote, the Pierre School Board has rejected the bid for the proposed $15.7-million T.F. Riggs Athletic Addition project. Board member Dan Cronin said he supports addressing needs, but not with this particular project. Board member Joan Adam said along with the price tag, she’s concerned about pay increases for staff.… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)–On Tuesday, Republican Majority Leaders announced the nation’s first Landowner Bill of Rights related to carbon dioxide pipeline projects, making South Dakota a leader in landowner protections throughout the nation. At the beginning of the 2024 Legislative Session, House Majority Leader Will Mortenson and Senate Majority Leader Casey Crabtree set out to protect… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce’s March Business After Hours mixer will be held on Thursday, March 14 from 5:15 to 7:00 pm at the Yelduz Shrine Center, 802 South Main Street. Local 501(c)3 nonprofits and service clubs will be on hand to showcase their organizations and attendees will be able to… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Pierre city officials are continuing to encourage support for flights to the Twin Cities. Airport Liaison to the Pierre City Commission Jamie Huizenga says February enplanements were impacted by weather. February is one of the slower months of the year for air travel from Pierre. In 2022, 999 enplanements were recorded with 972… Read more »
WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–For three and a half years, Jeremiah Peacemaker sat in the Codington County Jail awaiting trial for the brutal killing of Kendra Owen. Now, Peacemaker is a free man. On Tuesday, following 10 hours of deliberation, a jury found him not guilty on all three counts he faced in the 2020 killing of Owen, whose decapitated… Read more »
WATERTOWN, S.D.–Jeremiah Peacemaker spent 1,279 days in the Codington County jail awaiting trial for a murder he said he didn’t commit. Late Tuesday night, a 12 person jury agreed with him. The jury of 10 men and two women found Peacemaker not guilty on all three counts–First Degree Murder, Second Degree Murder and First Degree… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — A hog-housed House bill causes an uproar in the legislature Tuesday. HB1140 started as a “zombie” or vehicle bill to be used at the end of the session if needed. On Monday, the Senate amended the bill, which now would allow cities and counties not to put citizen-initiated measures on the ballot… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Tuesday, the South Dakota House didn’t concur but recommended conference committee on two pipeline-related bills that were amended by the South Dakota Senate. House Majority Leader Will Mortenson talks about HB1185 and what the House passed. Mortenson talks about what the Senate amended that he didn’t agree to. Mortenson also prime sponsored… Read more »
