YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Improving the flow and water quality of the James River is a slow process. Dave Bartel, Manager of the James River Water Development District, says conditions change every year. Bartel says some stretches of the river has had flood conditions this year. Bartel says they are seeing water quality improve. The district received… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The official opening of the Yankton College Alumni and Educational Center was held Thursday at the Mead Building Historical Center. Dr Joseph Ward, a member of the Board of Trustees, says its an emotional day for him and his family. The center, on the third floor of the building, will hold displays of… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Friday, in response to an inquiry from South Dakota Public Broadcasting (SDPB) regarding why Governor Noem does not plan to participate in their gubernatorial debate, the Kristi for Governor campaign announced that they will not be participating in the debate due to extreme leftist slant from National Public Radio (NPR)… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Friday, Governor Kristi Noem requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration and signed Executive Order 2022-08 to help South Dakota local governments recover from public infrastructure damage sustained as a result of tornado, severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, and hail that occurred June 11-14, 2022 in six counties statewide. FEMA assistance is requested… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Aberdeen American News)- Storybook Land Festival: 5-9 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday at Wylie Park and Storybook Land. This free event features published children’s authors, storytellers, entertainment including a magician, hands-on arts and crafts activities for children and adults, live music and food. For more information and a detailed schedule, search for Storybook Land Festival on… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A new three digit dialing code, 988, will launch Saturday in South Dakota, connecting those experiencing mental health distress with accessible care and support. Department of Social Services Secretary Laurie Gill says calls will be routed to the Helpline Center. Gill says that help is available anytime someone needs it. Gill says suicide… Read more »

MADISON, S.D.(KJAM)- Local and state law enforcement are investigating a high speed vehicle pursuit with shots fired that started in Minnehaha County and ended in the city of Madison Thursday afternoon. Lake County Sheriff Tim Walburg talked about what took place with the incident that happened just before 3:00 Thursday afternoon. Walburg said that there… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.(KXLG)- U.S. Senator John Thune today discussed some issues the South Dakota people are dealing with right now. First, we discuss the derecho storms that have hit lately and the FEMA assistance. Senator Thune discussed the historically high inflation rate. KXLG News asked Senator Thune if he heard any more discussion about additional stimulus… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Tourism in South Dakota is big business, with visitors spending over four billion dollars in last year’s record numbers. Carmen Schramm of Yankton is Chair of the state Tourism Advisory Board and says the update they got shows some concerns. Schramm says last year was a big rebound year. Schramm says the future… Read more »

VERMILLION, S.D.(WNAX)- Finding and hiring teachers and other staff is a full time job for school administrators this time of year. Vermillion School Superintendent Damon Alvey says they have created a couple of new positions. Alvey says new programs have also been added which will need people. Alvey says there is a lot of competition… Read more »

IRENE, S.D.(WNAX)- Changes in construction plans will lead to a sooner than expected detour on Highway 46 in southeast South Dakota. Regional D.O.T. Engineer Greg Rothschadl says the work from Irene west to Highway 81 was always planned to be a two year project. Rothschadl says there are six bridges to be replaced in that… Read more »

RAPID CITY, S.D.(KOTA)- It doesn’t take a meteorologist to tell – taking just one look at many front lawns in the area tells the story of a dry summer. Tessa Jaeger, public information officer for the Rapid City Fire Department, says local wildland firefighters are ready to go if needed. Jaeger said the speed of… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The Medical Marijuana Oversight Committee held its first meeting at the State Capitol in Pierre Thursday.  Pierre Police Captain Bryan Walz is a law enforcement representative on the Committee and says a lot of information was shared in the four hours of testimony. Walz says the concerns of law enforcement in relation to… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Weather permitting beginning at approximately 7:00 AM on Friday, July 15, 2022, water will be off in the following areas to repair a water main: 3rd Avenue SE between Jackson & Congress Street The Public Works Department suggests that residents in the affected area collect and store water for personal and restroom… Read more »