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OMAHA, N.E.(KELO)-The regional manufacturing economy ended 2025 on a sour note…turning in its weakest performance of the year. At the same time, there are some hopeful signs for the regional farm economy this year. Economist Ernie Goss says Creighton University’s Mid-America Business Conditions Index released is a study in contrast. South Dakota’s performance was weak…hurt… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The final Drought Monitor for 2025, released last week, shows just over 38-percent of the state in what’s considered, “abnormally dry” conditions. This include locations mainly all locations south of I-90 and from I-29 just south of Watertown down to the intersection of I-90. About seven-and-a-half percent of the state is in moderate… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The first Brown County Commission of 2026 will take place Tuesday at the Brown County Courthouse. Items on the agenda include the following: They will go over Commission Reorganization meeting where they will appoint commissioners to various committees within the Brown County Offices. They will adopt various resolutions addressing various programs including vote… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen City Council will hold their first meeting of 2026 on Monday. Among the items on the agenda include: A Resolution to establish a consolidated Board of Equalization A pair of payments toward the Public Works Department. One for the bridge on 10th Avenue and the other to purchase an excavator from… Read more »
PASADENA, C.A.(KELOLAND)- Travel South Dakota received the Americana Award for its float in the 137th Rose Parade on Thursday. The award recognizes the “most outstanding depiction of national treasures and traditions,” according to a news release from the South Dakota Department of Tourism. The float, named “Carved in Stone; A Legacy of Teamwork,” featured the… Read more »
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Back in April, Democratic candidate Julian Beaudion(Beau-Wan) announced his intention to run for the U.S. Senate seat representing South Dakota. On New Year’s Day, he relaunched his campaign by delivering the following message.(1:35) You can learn more about his campaign at www.julianforsd.com. The seat is currently occupied by U.S. Senator Mike Rounds.… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)- South Dakota Minimum Wage The minimum wage is annually adjusted by any increase in cost of living, as measured by the Consumer Price Index published by the U.S. Department of Labor. In no case may the minimum wage be decreased. Non-tipped Employees The minimum wage for non-tipped employees in South Dakota was $11.50/hour in… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Three fires have occured in Aberdeen since December 23rd. Aberdeen Fire Rescue emphasized that theses are not related to one another. On their Facebook page, they offered tips to try to prevent more from occuring. They include the following: Make sure all smoke detectors are working properly and is on each floor of… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio) Aberdeen Fire Rescue has responded to another structure fire that has been reported by eyewitnesses near an apartment complex on the 500 block of 11th Avenue SE in Aberdeen. Hub City Radio’s Jay Kleinknecht reporting from the scene. Update from their Facebook page: “The fire was quickly located by firefighters… Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C.(HubCityRadio)- Congressman Dusty Johnson reflect back on 2025. Johnson talks about some of the accomplishments of the year. Johnson talks about how Congress address welfare programs. Johnson believe 2025 was impactful policy wise in a long time. Congressman Johnson will be running for South Dakota Governor in 2026.
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Police Department has provided an update on the fire that killed two people at the 100 block of SE 8th Avenue last Tuesday. The Police Department on their Facebook page released the following statement: “Autopsies for both victims were completed on Friday, December 26th, 2025. The cause of the fire, as… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –On Wednesday, the Bureau of Finance and Management (BFM) highlighted our state’s strong growth and AAA credit rating by releasing South Dakota’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year 2025. “South Dakota’s fiscal integrity is the cornerstone of our state, and a well-managed government drives economic growth,” said Governor Larry Rhoden.… Read more »
Approximately 1:29 p.m. on December 30, 2025, Aberdeen Fire Rescue was dispatched to a reported structure fire in the 900 block of S Kline Street in Aberdeen. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy smoke and fire conditions on the back side of the single-family dwelling. The fire was contained to the involved structure. The home was… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Police Department reported three vehicle thefts between December 19 through the 26th. One of the vehicle had a gun inside it. They occured in the following locations: 300 block of North Jay Street 200 block of 7th Avenue Southeast 300 block of 5th Avenue Northeast All vehicles and gun have been… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- A fire has been reported along the 900 block on South Kline Street. No injuries have been reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Emergency personnel continue to work to secure the scene.
