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November 10, 2022

Senator Mike Rounds looks at the possibilities for U.S. Congress in 2023

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- It will be some time before control of Congress becomes clear. South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds says there are several possibilities. Rounds says republican control would narrow the choices for the Biden Administration. Rounds says republicans now force many votes on most procedural moves in the Senate. Rounds took part in the 100th… Read more »

November 10, 2022

Senator John Thune looks back on his 2022 campaign

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota Senator John Thune made some history when he won his fourth term in the Senate on Tuesday. That ties him with former Senator Karl Mundt, the only other person in state history to be elected four times. Thune says he appreciates the support. Thune says he listened to a lot of… Read more »

November 10, 2022

12th Ave SE from S Washington to Jay Streets closed for utility work Monday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Weather permitting beginning at approximately 8:00 AM on Monday, November 14, 2022 the following road will be closed to thru traffic for utility work: 12th Avenue SE from S Washington Street to S Jay Street Work will be completed as quickly as possible.  Motorists are advised to take alternate routes until the… Read more »

November 9, 2022

SD Dept of Health reports 13 new COVID-19 related deaths(2 in Brown County)

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 13 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases increased & hospitalizations decreased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 3,078. The state had 871 new cases and 846 recoveries, increasing active infections to 616. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »

November 9, 2022

David Owen to speak at November Community Affairs Luncheon

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The November Community Affairs Luncheon, hosted by the Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce, will be held on Wednesday, November 16 from 12-1 pm at the Best Western Ramkota Convention Center. Guest speaker will be David Owen, President & Chief Lobbyist with the South Dakota Chamber of Commerce and Industry. David will… Read more »

November 9, 2022

LifeServe to do blood drive in Langford on Thursday, November 17th

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – LifeServe Blood Center and Langford Community are excited to announce their new lifesaving partnership. LifeServe Blood Center, ranked as one of the top 15 blood centers in the country provides blood products to 157 hospitals primarily in South Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. LifeServe has supported many hospitals across South Dakota for… Read more »

November 9, 2022

Reactions from Tuesday’s elections in South Dakota

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem easily won re-election with a sixty two to thirty five percent margin over democrat Jamie Smith. In her victory speech, Noem referenced the pandemic and her response to it, Noem says South Dakota will be an example of freedom. Noem said she appreciates what the people have… Read more »

November 9, 2022

Holiday Garbage Change

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Due to the Veteran’s Day Holiday on Friday, November 11, 2022, City garbage pick-up will change.  Residents who normally have their garbage picked up on Friday are reminded to have their garbage out for pick up by 8:00 A.M., Thursday, November 10, 2022.  Both Thursday and Friday’s garbage will be picked up… Read more »

November 9, 2022

More students are going to Viborg-Hurley

VIBORG, S.D.(WNAX)- Some rural school districts are getting a nice surprise and seeing more students come in their doors. Brett Mellum, Superintendent at Viborg-Hurley says they have had several increases in a row. Mellum says they have been able to adjust their staff to adapt. Mellum says while state aid rises with the enrollment, costs… Read more »

November 9, 2022

New walking bridge in Yankton dedicated on Monday

YANKTON, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The new walking bridge at Westside Park in Yankton was dedicated Monday. The Avera Health Foundation helped with the reconstruction of the pond, island and bridge with a two hundred-thousand-dollar donation. Mayor Stephanie Moser said it’s a major part of the park reconstruction. Moser says they appreciate the help from their partners. There… Read more »

November 9, 2022

USDA helping small meat processors & lockers

WASHINGTON, D.C.(WNAX)- The US Department of Agriculture is rolling out millions of dollars to help small meat processors and lockers expand and compete. Planning and Development District Three in Yankton is getting over two million dollars for those type of programs. Areawide Business Council Administrator Laurie Cowman says they did a survey of processors in… Read more »

November 8, 2022

Salvation Army’s Christmas Campaign to begin Friday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)-  As sure as the falling leaves or the dusting of snow that fell earlier this week, The Salvation Army will work to “Love Beyond” by putting food on the table, paying bills, providing housing assistance and helping place gifts under the tree – assuming the resources are available.  In Aberdeen, The Salvation… Read more »

November 8, 2022

2022 Election Results

SOUTH DAKOTA(HubCityRadio)- Here is a list of candidates who have declared and have been approved to run for office in Aberdeen, Brown County, & South Dakota elections for 2022. * mean projected winner Symbols are R=Republican, D=Democrat South Dakota Governor: *Kristi Noem(R)(Incumbent) (Larry Rhoden for Lt. Governor) 216,732(62%) Jamie Smith(D)(Jennifer Keints  for Lt. Governor 123,008(35%)… Read more »