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February 9, 2026

Aberdeen School Board receive report on counselors

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Monday night the Aberdeen School Board received a report on district counselors from Simmons Middle School counselor Angel Samson & C.C. Lee counselor Anita Neilson. Neilson took the time to thanks all involved for what they do. Samson talks about the students of the month program that they do with the Aberdeen… Read more »

February 9, 2026

Governor Rhoden vetoes HB1077

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –On Monday, Governor Larry Rhoden charted a compromise on the issue of cell-cultured protein. In pursuit of this compromise, the Governor VETOED House Bill 1077 and advocated for an amended version of Senate Bill 124. Governor Rhoden outlined this path forward in a letter to the Legislature, which you can find here. Governor… Read more »

February 9, 2026

South Dakota Senate passes SB122(Josh’s bill)

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The South Dakota Senate on Monday debated SB122.  The bill as amended would establish the crime of failure to summon aid for a suicide attempt and provide a penalty therefor. Prime sponsor of the bill was Senator Carl Perry of Aberdeen. Perry nicknamed this the Josh’s bill and discuss what happened that day.… Read more »

February 9, 2026

House Education Committee defer HB1291

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The South Dakota House Education Committee heard testimony on HB1291.  The bill amend the process for calculating a school district’s general fund base percentage.  The main focus was how much schools are paying for insurance. Prime Sponsor was District 23 Representative Spencer Gosch who talked about an amendment he put into the bill.… Read more »

February 8, 2026

Previews of this week’s Aberdeen School Board & Brown County Commission meetings

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen School Board will have their scheduled meeting Monday.  What’s planned for the agenda include a District Counselors report from Angel Samson & Anita Neilson. Superintendent Dr. Becky Guffin will have a proclamation from the Governor’s Office announcin the week of February 16th to be South Dakota School Board Recognition Week. The… Read more »

February 8, 2026

Focus of Democrat Town Hall on Saturday on agriculture

BRITTON, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The South Dakota Democrats hosted a town hall on Saturday in Britton with the main focus on agriculture.  Guest speakers included Doug Sombke, President of the South Dakota Farmers Union, organic farmer Charlie Johnson, and Dr. Franne Sippel, psychologist with Northern Plains Psychological. Sombke discuss the issue of suicide and mental health issues… Read more »

February 8, 2026

Democratic candidates for U.S. congressional seats in Britton on Saturday

BRITTON, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The South Dakota Democrats hosted a Town Hall in Britton on Saturday with the main focus being on agriculture. U.S. House candidate Nikki Gronli who used to work with USDA under President Biden’s administration. Gronli also addressed energy issues within agriculture. Billy Mawhiney is the other candidate running for the U.S. House seat. … Read more »

February 8, 2026

Recap of Legislative Coffee held Saturday at NSU(Districts 1 & 23)

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce hosted their first Legislative Coffee on Saturday at NSU. Legislators representing Districts 1 & 23 that were able to appear were Senator Michael Rohl(District 1), Senator Mark Lapka & Representative Scott Moore(both from District 23). Senator Michael Rohl: Senator Rohl has primed a number of bills so far… Read more »

February 8, 2026

Recap of Legislative Coffee held on Saturday(District 3)

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce hosted their first Legislative Coffee held at the Barnett Center on the campus of Northern State University. All three legislators representing District 3 appeared at the forum. Senator Carl Perry: Perry talked about the number of bills the legislature will see in 2026. Perry talks about the positive… Read more »

February 6, 2026

Zion Lutheran Church hosting annual Winter Vendor and Craft Fair on Saturday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio) Zion Lutheran Church in Aberdeen is hosting their fifth annual Winter Vendor and Craft Fair on Saturday, February 7th. Saundra Anderson, Ministry Coordinator with Zion Lutheran Church, mentions the vendors & food offerings available at the craft fair. Anderson shares where people can find more information on the show &… Read more »

February 6, 2026

Update on Julian Beaudion’s candidacy for U.S. Senate

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Almost a year ago, retired South Dakota Highway trooper Julian Beaudion(Beau-Won) announce he would run for the U.S. Senate as a Democrat.  On Friday, he appeared on the KSDN Midday Report to update on his campaign. Beaudion reminded everyone about his platform. Two things he’s focusing on is healthcare for everyone and improving… Read more »

February 6, 2026

Outdoor ice rinks to close for the season on Sunday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation, and Forestry has announced that Sunday will be the final day of the season for outdoor rinks at Lincoln and Manor parks. After Sunday, the warming houses and ice rink surfaces will no longer be maintained. Rec skating at the Odde Ice Arena will remain open until Sunday, March… Read more »

February 6, 2026

House Judiciary defeat HCR6008

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The House Judiciary Committee heard about HCR6008.  The resolution is requesting the attorney general file a lawsuit against the People’s Republic of China and related parties to seek damages related to the COVID-19 global pandemic. Prime sponsor of this bill is District 3 Representative Brandei Schaefbauer.  He introduced a very similar bill back… Read more »

February 6, 2026

House Commerce and Energy Committee defeat HB1155

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Friday, the South Dakota House Commerce and Energy Committee heard testimony on HB1155.  The bill permit the state to invest in Bitcoin. Prime sponsor of the bill was District 1 Representative Logan Manhart who introduced a similar bill in 2025. Manhart describe what BitCoin is to the committee. Speaking if favor was… Read more »