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November 2, 2021

Watertown teens found near Castlewood

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- The Watertown Police Department’s search for the missing teens Jaden Schroll (17 years old) and her boyfriend Terence First in Trouble (17 years old) has now ended. The teens have been missing since early October 31st. A vehicle description of a 2019 Black Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk with Watertown Ford dealer plates was provided… Read more »

November 2, 2021

SD Dept of Health reports 8 new COVID-19 related deaths

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 8 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 2,249. The state had 718 new cases and 680 recoveries, increasing active infections to 5,513. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »

November 2, 2021

VFW Post 17 to sell buddy poppies beginning on Thursday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Starting this Thursday the VFW Post 17 will be selling buddy poppies to help support veterans in the community. Mayor Travis Schaunaman made the proclamation during Monday’s night City Council meeting. Jeff Harms with the VFW Post 17 talks about veterans needing help this time of year. Harms talks about how the buddy… Read more »

November 2, 2021

AAA reporting more deer on the roads this year compare to last year

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Longer nights, cooler temperatures and ongoing harvest combine to get more deer moving across roads and highways. Shawn Steward with Triple “A” South Dakota says lots of drivers are hitting deer. Steward says those deer hits are expensive. Steward says there are prime times for deer movements. Steward says while it may be… Read more »

November 2, 2021

Special Legislative Session to meet Monday to determine the redistricting map

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota legislators meet in special session next week to decide on a final legislative redistricting map. House and Senate Committees working on the process have each come up with their own versions and legislators will have to choose one or draw a compromise. House Redistricting Committee member, Representative Ryan Cwach, says the… Read more »

November 2, 2021

SDDOT getting ready for the winter season

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Department of Transportation is getting ready for the inevitable winter work. Operations Manager Craig Smith updated the Transportation Commission last week on their preparations. Smith says they cut their budget back this year. Smith says they are having a tough time finding the snow plow drivers they need. Smith says… Read more »

November 1, 2021

Watertown Police looking for 2 teenagers

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- The Watertown Police Department is seeking the public’s help to locate two Watertown juveniles reported missing early Sunday, October 31st. They are actively searching for them so they can be returned home safely to their families. Jaden Shroll (17 years old) and her boyfriend Terence First In Trouble (17 years old) are pictured… Read more »

November 1, 2021

Argus Leader closing Sioux Falls printing plant

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(Dakota News Now) – By the end of the year, South Dakota’s largest newspaper will be printed in another state. According to the Argus Leader and its parent company Gannett, the newspaper will close its Sioux Falls printing plant on December 5. The plant is located in the newspaper’s building on Minnesota Avenue… Read more »

November 1, 2021

SD Dept of Health reports 6 new COVID-19 related deaths

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 6 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 2,241. The state had 403 new cases and 335 recoveries, increasing active infections to 5,483. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus is… Read more »

November 1, 2021

Ernie LaPonite, confirmed to be relative to Sitting Bull

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- Recently in the news you may have heard the name Ernie LaPonite. It has now been confirmed he is a direct descendant of the Lakota warrior Sitting Bull. Ernie, 73, who identifies as a member of the Lakota Tribe has been working on the authentication process since 2003. The Smithsonian Museum alone has… Read more »

November 1, 2021

November is Adoption Awareness Month in South Dakota

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Governor Kristi Noem has made November Adoption Awareness Month to recognize those who provide loving, stable forever homes to South Dakota children. “Adoptive parents play a key role in the future success and prosperity of youth in our great state,” said Noem. “I am encouraging citizens, community agencies, religious and tribal… Read more »

November 1, 2021

Ice Skating Lessons to be given next week

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Registration for Ice Skating Lessons is currently open. The Learn to Skate USA program is used for the skating lessons. The Snow Plow Sam program is for 5 year olds. The “Learn to Skate” programs have specific skills to be accomplished at each level. For details, contact the department office (605)626-7015 Fee:… Read more »

November 1, 2021

DPS announces November sobriety checkpoints

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – November’s list of sobriety checkpoints has been announced by the South Dakota Department of Public Safety. The monthly checkpoints are designed to discourage people from drinking and then driving. There are 17 checkpoints scheduled for 14 counties during the month. Sobriety checkpoints are scheduled for the counties of: Beadle, Brown, Brule,… Read more »

November 1, 2021

Economy still showing strong growth in Mid America Region

OMAHA, N.E.(WNAX)- The economy in the nine state Mid America region, from the Dakotas and Minnesota to Arkansas, continues to grow, but there are warning signs. Ernie Goss, economics professor at Creighton University in Omaha, coordinates the monthly survey. Goss says most companies are still hiring. Goss says inflation is the main concern now. Other… Read more »