PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota legislators will have to decide on a number of big ticket spending issues this year. Senator Jim Bolin of Canton says they have to make progress on a new prison. Bolin says the cost will fall on the taxpayers. Bolin was part of a summer study committee that looked at regional… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The Yankton School Board approved a resolution opposing the adoption of the proposed new social studies standards currently being considered by the state Board of Education. Superintendent Wayne Kindle told the board they surveyed their staff that teach socials studies. Kindle says they also surveyed parents on the standards. Kindle says they also… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The long path to manganese-free water in Pierre has come to an end. Mayor Steve Harding says Pierre residents and water customer will not need to make any changes to accommodate the new water.  The plant came on line in December and moving the treated Missouri River water through  the city’s distribution system… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)- South Dakota Democratic leaders issued the following statements in response to Governor Noem’s 2023 State of the State Address: SDDP Chair Randy Seiler: “Even though Governor Noem was just re-elected to serve the people of South Dakota, it seems she already has her eye on the next job, and her State of… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Tuesday, Governor Kristi Noem delivered in first State of the State address since being reelected by the voters of South Dakota last November. Lieutenant Governor Larry Rhoden looked back on Governor Noem’s first term. Governor Noem’s address focused on three main topics.  The first topic dealt with the South Dakota economy. Noem… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.(HubCityRadio)- Last week was at times contentious inside the U.S. House as Representatives were trying to elect the next Speaker of the House. Congressman Johnson talks about how in the end it led to Representive Kevin McCarthy of California to become the next Speaker of the House for the next two years. Johnson talks… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Chamber is excited to be working collaboratively with the Aberdeen Development Corporation to bring Aberdeen’s voice to Pierre this legislative session! Both of our organizations are committed to business advocacy and quality growth for Aberdeen and the region. This is why we have formed a Public Policy Committee and the Aberdeen… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Northern State University has named NSU alum and longtime regional educator Eric Kline as the Director of the Northern Academy. As director, Kline will support and mentor high school students enrolled in Northern Academy, a new, on-campus academy for area students taking dual-credit courses. “I’m privileged to serve Northern State University… Read more »

FREDERICK, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Monday night, the Frederick School Board held their monthly meeting and among the topics discussed was the option to end the coop with Leola in basketball & volleyball. In their previous meeting held on Wednesday, January 4th, the board made the motion to begin the process of ending that started back in… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission re-organized at their meeting last week and elected new officers. Former Chairman Chris Nelson nominated fellow Commissioner Kristie Fiegen to be the next Chair. Nelson says Fiegen has been active working with the Southwest Power Pool. Fiegen said she was honored to be nominated again. Commissioner Gary… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The Yankton County Commission seated new members last week and reorganized for the year. Incumbent Commissioner Dan Klimisch was re-elected in November and says he wants to work on housing issues. Klimisch says counties are running into revenue problems. Klimisch says they will continue to talk to the legislature about solutions. Commissioner Don… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Today, Governor Kristi Noem will deliver the 2023 State of the State Address, discussing South Dakota’s continued strong growth and sharing the initiatives that she will be working with legislators on in the upcoming legislative session. Governor Noem will focus on building the American Dream, promoting stronger families, and securing South… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The South Dakota Jazz Festival Concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, in the Northern State University Johnson Fine Arts Center. The concert will feature performances by the Two O’Clock Jazz Ensemble, directed by Dr. Grant Manhart. Guest artists will include Ron Parker, piano, and other local talent.… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Brown County Fair Board announced Monday their first Grandstand Acts for the upcoming Brown County Fair.  Dwight Guthmiller, Chairman of the Entertainment Committee announced the artists performing on Wednesday, August 16th. Guthmiller announced there will be three artists performing including this one. Guthmiller announced the second artist performing on that Wednesday night.… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Hughes County is now home to its first wind farm.  The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission Thursday approved a permit to construct the North Bend Wind Farm project along the Hughes/Hyde County border.  Brett Koenecke has been guiding North Bend through the P-U-C’s approval process. Commissioners reviewed some of the over 45 conditions… Read more »