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July 28, 2026

Aberdeen School Board hear about AI

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- On Monday night, the Aberdeen School Board heard about the America’s Youth AI Festival that was held in Boston on July 17th through the 19th. Aberdeen Central Technical Director Josh Jensen: Jensen talked about how he collaborated with fellow instructors from all across the country while students were debating. Jensen informed… Read more »

July 27, 2026

Dacotah Prairie Museum request funding to expand

ABERDEEN, S.D.-(HubCityRadio)- Last Tuesday, Dacotah Prairie Museum Director requested funding to allow for the museum to expand.  At Monday night’s Aberdeen City Council she also put the request in with them. Kendall went over the tourism numbers so far in 2026. Kendell told the council what the purpose the funding would do. Kendall requested $250,000… Read more »

July 27, 2026

Aberdeen City Attorney went over timeline for data center ordinance

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- At last week’s Aberdeen City Council meeting, the county put a moratorium in place on data center for November 18th, 2026.  Aberdeen City Attorney Ron Wager(Wag-er) went over the timeline to addressed at this week’s meeting. Wager broke it down to three groups. After deliberation by the council, it was determined… Read more »

July 27, 2026

Aberdeen City Council heard report on Aberdeen Convention and Visitors Bureau

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- Aberdeen Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director Casey Weismantel reported to the city council on Monday night. Weismantel reminded the council what some of their goals are. Weismantel broke down two areas.  Tourism and hunting so far in 2026 through their website.  he started with numbers on the tourism side.… Read more »

July 27, 2026

Aberdeen City Council heard from Economic Development Manager Amber Schwab

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- A new feature was included in Monday’s Aberdeen City Council meeting.  They will be hearing reports on a monthly basis from Econcomic Development Manager Amber Schwab. Schwab talked about how they will try to shape the future of the city. Schwab discussed working with the DANR(Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources)… Read more »

July 27, 2026

Early Learning Aberdeen providing resources to the Community

ABERDEEN, SD (Hub City Radio) Pat Buechler, Navigator for Early Learning Aberdeen talked about their start and what the goal is for the organization. One of those steps include providing information. Improvements to area attractions are another step they are working on, like at Storybook Land Early Learning South Dakota has a Facebook page with… Read more »

July 26, 2026

Preview of Brown County Commission meeting

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- The Brown County Commission will hold their meeting Tuesday morning at the Courthouse. Among the items on the agenda include: Weekly update on the Richmond Dam project The commission will hear from Jeff Frosting of Brainard Township addressing drainage issues. The commission will hold their budget hearing looking ahead to the… Read more »

July 24, 2026

Preview of Aberdeen School Board meeting

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen School Board will hold their meeting on Monday at the District Center. Among the items on the agenda include: Possible approval of the proposed 2026-27 school budget. Possible approval of meal prices for the upcoming school year.  The school board will hear Finance Director Michaela Solum on both the budget and… Read more »

July 24, 2026

Time Marches on To the Brown County Fair 2026

ABERDEEN, SD (Hub City Radio) The clock is ticking and the starting line is near for the Brown County Fair 2026. Fair Manager Rachel Kippley shares some important deadlines that are approaching. The deadlines for a few other contests that have seen big growth over the last few years are coming up too. The growth… Read more »

July 24, 2026

Preview of Aberdeen City Council meeting

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- The Aberdeen City Council will hold their meeting Monday at the Municipal Building. Among some of the items on the agenda include: A report from the Aberdeen Convention & Visitors Bureau.  Likely to hear from Executive Director Casey Weismantel. A funding request from the Dacotah Prairie Museum Foundation to expand the… Read more »

July 23, 2026

Sioux Falls Mayor Christine Erickson endorsed Governor Rhoden’s reelection campaign

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(Hub City Radio) – On Thursday, Sioux Falls Mayor Christine Erickson endorsed Governor Larry Rhoden in his reelection bid. “Governor Rhoden understands that strong communities are built on safe neighborhoods, responsible government, and creating opportunities for families to succeed. There is no better partner to make Sioux Falls safer and more affordable,” said… Read more »

July 23, 2026

Farmers Union Ag Camp this week

ABERDEEN, SD (Hub City Radio) The South Dakota Farmers Union Ag Camp was held this week with over 100 youth campers in attendance. the camp features all kinds of activities from a Rock Climbing Wall, to Canoeing. Aberdonian Kyle Olson is one of the Camp Counselors and he stressed the friendships built. Several campers mentioned… Read more »

July 23, 2026

Avera Research Institute Mobile Unit in Aberdeen this week

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- The Avera Research Institute Mobile Unit was in Aberdeen this week.  The institute is based out of Avera McKennan in Sioux Falls. Clinical Coordinator Mal Foss talked about the history of the institute. Foss described ECHO and how that came about. Foss went over the age range that can work with… Read more »

July 23, 2026

Sobriety checkpoints announced for August

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio) – The South Dakota Highway Patrol will hold sobriety checkpoints in 12 counties throughout the month of August. Checkpoints are planned for Brown, Brookings, Campbell, Codington, Davison, Hand, Jackson, Jerauld, Lyman, Meade, Stanley, and Yankton counties. The enforcement effort is aimed at reducing impaired driving and improving roadway safety. Funding for the checkpoints is… Read more »

July 23, 2026

Water turned off now on 3rd Street from 3rd Ave to 5th Ave SW

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Jacob’s Construction now has the water off in the following area for fire hydrant replacement: 3rd St. from 3rd Ave. SW to 5th Ave. SW The water is scheduled to be off until finished.  The Public Works department suggests that residents in the affected area collect and store water for personal and restroom… Read more »