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November 24, 2021

SD Supreme Court ruled Amendment A unconstitutional

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)- The South Dakota Supreme Court has issued the decision in Thom, Miller v. Barnett and In re Election Contest as to Amendment A. In a four–to–one decision, the Court held that Amendment A, as submitted to the voters in the November 2020 general election, violated the single subject requirement in the South… Read more »

November 24, 2021

SD PUC allow extension fo the North Bend wind project

The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission has approved an extension of the deadline connected to a procedural schedule for the North Bend Wind project proposed for an area straddling the Hughes/Hyde County line.  Attorney for North Bend Brett Koenecke says North Bend is still working with Hughes County officials on a various permits and agreements.… Read more »

November 24, 2021

Annual reports show South Dakota has high marks on their state highways

An annual report on the condition of state highways gives South Dakota fairly high marks. Baruch Feigenbaum is the author of the report from the Reason Foundation and says the state is in the top ten overall. Feigenbaum says some of the results reflect the low density population. Feigenbaum says there are some outstanding results.… Read more »

November 24, 2021

SD Dept of Health looking to improve EMS services

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Department of Health wants to find help for local emergency and ambulance services. Department Secretary Kim Malsam-Rysdon told the Covid Liaison Committee that many of those services are struggling. Katelin Thomas, head of the Office of Rural Health, would put money toward equipment for ambulances. Malsam-Rysdon says they also want… Read more »

November 24, 2021

Rapid City Fire Department welcoming new graduates

RAPID CITY, S.D.(KOTA)- A class of 18 new firefighters have graduated and joined the Rapid City Fire Department, an addition Tessa Jaeger said has already made a major difference on the floors. Making an instant impact, Jaeger said the RCFD can finally ease off 48-hour shifts. Jaeger said the new crews match quality with quantity.… Read more »

November 24, 2021

Senator Thune still deciding whether to seek 4th term as US Senator

WASHINGTON, D.C.(WNAX)- South Dakota Senator John Thune’s third term expires next year and so far, he hasn’t announced if he will run for a fourth. He says that decision is coming. Thune says he is considering a number of factors. Thune says he isn’t worried about how the politics line up for next year. There… Read more »

November 23, 2021

NSU to host Winter Concert Thursday, Dec 2 from 5-7pm

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Northern State University Winter Choral Concert will be held at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2 at Aberdeen’s First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Kline St. The event will feature the NSU Concert Choir, Chamber Singers and Early Musick Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Timothy Woods with the assistance of pianist Dr.… Read more »

November 23, 2021

Highway Patrol encourages safe holiday driving

PIERRE, S.D. – With more people traveling this week for the Thanksgiving Holiday, the South Dakota Highway Patrol reminds drivers that it is even more important to stay safe. “Thanksgiving is a major travel holiday and that increases the chances of motor vehicle crashes,” said Col. Rick Miller, superintendent of the South Dakota Highway Patrol.… Read more »

November 23, 2021

State Fire Marshal: Fire Safety a must for Thanksgiving

PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota’s Fire Marshal reminds citizens to enjoy the good food and activity that are part of the Thanksgiving holiday, but not to forget the importance of fire safety. Nationally, Thanksgiving Day is when the most home cooking fires happen each year. State Fire Marshal Paul Merriman says the holiday always presents… Read more »

November 23, 2021

SD Dept of Health reports 9 new COVID-19 related deaths

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 9 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,318. The state had 931 new cases and 837 recoveries, increasing active infections to 6,950. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus is… Read more »

November 23, 2021

Sioux Falls police preparing extra security for Friday’s Parade of Lights

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- Sioux Falls Police say they plan for the worst case scenario when putting together security plans for events like this coming Friday’s Parade of Lights. Sunday night’s tragedy in Waukesha, Wisconsin is on their minds. Lt. Andrew Siebenborn says the department dedicates considerable staffing to these events. Siebenborn says the department has… Read more »

November 23, 2021

Gov. Noem to host Christmas At The Capitol Tree-Lighting ceremony tonight

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Governor Kristi Noem will host the 2021 Grand Lighting Ceremony for Christmas at the South Dakota Capitol in the Rotunda on Tuesday, Nov. 23, at 7:30 p.m. CST. The public is invited to join Governor Kristi Noem, First Gentleman Bryon Noem, and Pierre Mayor Steve Harding as they welcome guests and light… Read more »