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Congressman Johnson condemns Hamas Terror Attacks on Israel

October 12, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C.(Press Release)– U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) cosponsored legislation to condemn Hamas in the strongest terms and express unconditional and unwavering support for Israel and its right to defend itself. In the wake of the Hamas acts of terror on Israel, Johnson expressed his support for America’s ally Israel. “As Hamas continues to commit… Read more »

Fort Pierre break ground on new fish cleaning station

October 12, 2023

FORT PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Fort Pierre has broken ground on what will be one of about half-a-dozen all-season fish cleaning stations in South Dakota. Nicole Schwinler is one of the people who got the ball rolling to raise money for the project being built by the 5th Avenue boat ramp….but there’s more that’s needed. Mayor Gloria… Read more »

Grand opening of new POET Bioproducts Center in Brookings

October 12, 2023

BROOKINGS, S.D.(KJJQ)- Grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremonies were held Wednesday afternoon at the new POET Bioproducts Center. The center is designed to take new technologies developed at the universities and scale them up for commercial uses. The 30-million dollar facility is located at the Research Park at SDSU.  University president Barry Dunn says SDSU… Read more »

Recap of “Protect Yourself Know Your Rights” event

October 12, 2023

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday night, City Lights hosted a seminar “Protect Yourself Know Your Rights” addressing the U.S. Constitution and the role public officials play in enforcing it.  Retired Arizona Sheriff Richard Mack was the feature speaker. Sheriff Mack talks about liberty is for all citizens. Mack talks about establishing a relationship with the county… Read more »

Groundbreaking planned for new women’s prison in Rapid City

October 11, 2023

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELOLAND) – As plans for a new men’s prison continue to be discussed in eastern South Dakota, a groundbreaking for a new women’s prison is scheduled for next week. The South Dakota Corrections Commission is planning to meet at 9 a.m. MT Monday, Oct. 16 at the Rapid City Parole Office. The agenda for… Read more »

Public asked to fill out survey for statewide lead service line inventory

October 11, 2023

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- South Dakotans are being asked to fill out a brief survey as part of a statewide– and nationwide– lead (led) pipe service line inventory. The survey can be found online through a link at SDWaterPipes.com. City of Pierre Construction Operations Manager Jeff Runyan says water is lead-free when it leaves the treatment plant.… Read more »

Zebra mussels now reported at Big Stone Lake

October 11, 2023

PIERRE, S.D.(KWAT) –The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department reports that Big Stone Lake on the Minnesota-South Dakota border is the latest body of water infested with zebra mussels. The Zebra Mussel Rapid Response Team will place high-profile signs on access areas, actively engage boaters using the infested water, and reiterate information on decontamination… Read more »

Update on hunting and fishing license sales in South Dakota

October 11, 2023

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Hunting and fishing license sales in South Dakota have been good in 2023.  Wildlife Division Director Tom Kirschenmann with the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department says while fishing licenses sales have been steady, small game licenses are ready to pick up. Kirschenmann says the next few weeks could set the tone… Read more »

Workforce and Innovation Summit coming up on October 19th & 20th

October 11, 2023

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – A conference to build partnerships and advance recruitment & retention efforts in the Aberdeen Area, the Workforce Innovation Summit, is scheduled for October 19 & 20 at the Aberdeen Ramkota Hotel Convention Center. Join the Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce’s Workforce & Education Committee and Aberdeen Area Human Resources Association for… Read more »

Aberdeen Downtown Association to host Brew Walk Thursday

October 11, 2023

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Downtown Association will be hosting the Brew Walk coming up on Thursday. Executive Director Alexa Sheldon talks how this event came about. Sheldon encourage everyone to make stop at all locations participating with this. Sheldon runs down the cost to attend the Brew Walk. Sheldon talks about the entertainment that will… Read more »

Mitchell baseball coach charged with failing to report alleged crimes

October 11, 2023

MITCHELL, S.D.(KMIT)- The head coach for the Mitchell Post 18 Legion baseball team and a member of the Mitchell Baseball Association board are facing charges for failing to report alleged crimes. In a Tuesday news release, Pennington County State’s Attorney Lara Roetzel alleged 43-year old Luke Norden and 48-year old Jeremy Borgan had “knowledge of… Read more »