VERMILLION, S.D.(WNAX)- Improved weather has helped pick up the pace of construction of the new elementary school in Vermillion. Superintendent Damon Alvey says the outline of the building is now becoming apparent. Alvey says the contractor has been making up days lost to winter weather. Alvey says they have had some good news on getting… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Technical College Board got an update on how graduates of the four schools are doing. Deputy Director Scott DesLauriers said they tracked the employment percentages of students that graduated in 2022. DesLauriers says the survey also reported on wages those students are earning. DesLauriers says some students chose other paths… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – On May 26, 2023 at approximately 9:40am Aberdeen Fire Rescue was dispatched to a reported structure fire in the 500 block of 19th Ave NE. When fire crews arrived, smoke was observed coming from the single family home. Fire crews made entry and found fire in the basement mechanical room. The fire… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Weather permitting beginning at approximately 8am on Tuesday, May 30th, the following road will be closed to thru traffic to complete the 2022 Sanitary Sewer project: Roosevelt Street from 6th Avenue SE to 11th Ave. SE The road will remain closed until further notice.  Motorists are advised to take alternate routes until… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Friday, Governor Kristi Noem ordered that flags be lowered to half-staff statewide from 12:01 am until noon on Monday, May 29, in honor of Memorial Day. “America is the freest nation in history because of the sacrifices of the brave men and women who never made it home,” said Governor… Read more »

FORT PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Times of tragedy can bring out the best in people as they act quickly to provide support for those coping with the situation. Unfortunately, equally as quick to activate are scammers trying to take advantage of the situation and people’s desire to help. Jessie Schmidt is with the Better Business Bureau in… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Friday, Governor Kristi Noem announced a new whistleblower hotline for students, faculty, parents, and taxpayers to report concerns at institutions of higher education in South Dakota. These individuals can call 605-773-5916 to voice their concerns. “Our children are our future, and South Dakota universities and technical colleges should best prepare… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- With no agreement yet in site between Congress and the White House over the federal debt ceiling, there is concern about the spillover effects. South Dakota State Treasurer Josh Haeder says its hard to know all the impacts. Haeder says no one knows what could really happen. South Dakota has a “Triple A”… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- Members of the South Dakota legislature’s Executive Board questioned state policy concerning E.S.G. investments. Those are investments in companies that have high scores in environmental and social policies. State Investment Officer Matt Clark says they invest state dollars in all types of companies. Clark says they only look at potential value returned. Clark… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Thursday, Governor Kristi Noem challenged the South Dakota Board of Regents (BOR) to make South Dakota an example to the nation of what quality higher education should look like. In a letter to the Board, Governor Noem charged them with the responsibility of revitalizing the institutions under its control and… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The “Study Committee on Sustainable Models for Long Term Care” of the South Dakota legislature held its first meeting of the interim Tuesday. Committee Chair, Senator Jean Hunhoff of Yankton, laid out her vision for the committee. Hunhoff says they need to gather a lot of information. Hunhoff says they will split into… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.(Press Release) – On Thursday, U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) issued a statement following the Supreme Court’s decision in Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) affecting the Biden Administration’s Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Sacketts, protecting farmers, ranchers, small businesses, and rural communities across… Read more »

HURON, S.D.(KOKK)- The 2023 South Dakota State Fair in Huron is under 100 days away.  An annual early Summer event reaches its 20th scheduled year.  Wheel Jam 2023 run June 1st through the 4th.  We hear an update from Candi Briley with the SD State Fair. All of the fun of Wheel Jam goes along… Read more »

MITCHELL, S.D.(KMIT)- The Memorial Day holiday weekend is normally a popular traveling time, and this year will be no exception according to Rylie Mansuetti (man-sue-etty) with AAA. She says those numbers are an increase from 2022. For those who plan to drive to their Memorial Day destination, Mansuetti says gas prices are down from last… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- This Wednesday, May 31st is the deadline to renew license plate decals for May. Brown County Treasurer Patty VanMeter provides the letters for this month. Brown County offices will be closed Monday for the Memorial Day Holiday.