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February 25, 2026

Meet Number Ninjas! A new, fun program to help kids with Math

Aberdeen, SD (Hub City Radio) What’s a Numbers Ninja? Mikaela Waiflein has some important information about this new program that teaches math in a fun and exciting environment. Waiflein said in the 1st year they saw surprising growth and the program has taken off faster than many expected. As with anything, there are costs and… Read more »

February 24, 2026

Citizens can check their property taxes

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- First half property taxes are due in April.  Brown County Treasurer Patty VanMeter announce that they can now check how much they owe and what ways to go about checking that. Brown County’s office hours are Monday through Friday from 8AM-5PM.

February 24, 2026

Brown County to put load limits in place on Monday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Brown County Highway Superintendent Dirk Rogers at the County Commission meeting on Tuesday recommend to put load limits in place starting on Monday. Rogers shared a story to the commission about other counties already putting load limits in place. Brown County Commission approved Rogers’ request.  Load limits will go into effect beginning Monday… Read more »

February 24, 2026

Aberdeen School Board hear report on Lincoln Elementary

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen School Board heard a report on what’s happening at Lincoln Elementary School during Monday’s meeting. Lincoln School Teacher Shannon Shannon Scheel talks about the Number Ninjas which has been a success not only at Lincoln but other elementary schools across Aberdeen. Teacher Sara Tennant talked about the Soar to Read program… Read more »

February 24, 2026

Aberdeen School Board hear good news

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen School Board held their meeting Monday night.  They hear about Aberdeen Central’s One Act Play that did well at the State Festival in Brandon back in February. Director Paige Tiede talked about the play they performed. Tiede talked about some of the awards they received. Also in the meeting, the School… Read more »

February 24, 2026

Parks and Rec is gearing up for Summer

Hub City Radio (Aberdeen, SD) Recreation Director Travis Lemer of the Aberdeen Parks and Rec Department tells about their changing focus and on to the summer months as well as a fun Job Fair that is coming up for Summer Jobs. Lemer past along some important contact information too.. The App is a new feature… Read more »

February 23, 2026

Recap of Monday’s City Council meeting

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen City Council held their meeting on Monday night. The council did second readings on a series of ordinances from last Tuesday’s meeting.  One dealt with waste water. Aberdeen Finance Director Jordan McQuillen: Mayor Travis Schaunaman talks about the rate increase that will be needed to help pay for the loan. Those… Read more »

February 23, 2026

South Dakota Senate defeat SB199

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The South Dakota Senate on Monday debated SB199.  The bill establish a new fund to provide property tax relief. Prime sponsor of the bill was Senator Mark Lapka of Leola. Lapka points out that this bill would impact all property taxes and not just owner-occupied properties. Senator Randy Deibert of Rapid City opposed… Read more »

February 23, 2026

House Judiciary defeat HB1305

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Monday, the South Dakota House Judiciary Committee heard testimony on HB1305.  The bill prohibit the dissemination of location information about a public officer and provide a penalty and civil cause of action therefor. Prime sponsor of the bill was Representative Brandei Schaefbauer of Aberdeen. Schaefbauer talks about her personal experience with a… Read more »

February 23, 2026

Tim Hanigan announced he will seek House seat representing Aberdeen

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Monday, Tim Hanigan, CEO of the Aberdeen Development Corporation announced that he will run the District 3 House seat as a Republican. Hanigan’s priorities includes the following: Creating high paying jobs Supporting local schools Ensuring South Dakota remains a place where the next generation chooses to build their future Hanigan is the… Read more »

February 23, 2026

This week is the final week for Rec Skate at the Odde Ice Arena

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department is announcing the final day of rec skate at the Odde Ice Arena will be Sunday, March 1st. The schedule for this final week of Rec Skate will be Monday and Tuesday from 4-6pm, and Sunday, March 1st from 6-9pm.  No Rec Skate on Wednesday… Read more »

February 23, 2026

Senate Committee on Appropriations send SB225 to the 41st day

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The South Dakota Senate Committee on Appropriation voted on SB225.  The bill would apportion interest earnings from the unclaimed property trust fund to school districts. Prime sponsor is Senator Mark Lapka of Leola who’s on the committee. Senator Taffy Howard of Rapid City is also on the committee and moved it to the… Read more »

February 23, 2026

The AAHS is ready for the Bow Wow Boogie

Aberdeen, SD (Hub City Radio) The Aberdeen Area Humane Society is gearing up for the Bow Wow Boogie with the event approaching fast. Mona Smith tells us what is all included in the event. Smith says it’s not too late for you or your business to make a donation for the Silent Auction While variety… Read more »

February 23, 2026

Mid-America economy update

OMAHA, N.E.(KELO)- Farm exports are down, and that’s hurting the regional economy. Creighton University’s Rural Mainstreet Index fell into slightly negative territory last month, after two straight months in the positive range. Still, Economist Dr. Ernie Goss says farm loan delinquencies remain low. South Dakota’s farm exports increased by nearly 20=percent during the first 11… Read more »