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WASHINGTON, D.C.(DRGNews)- This week’s US Department of Agriculture National Ag Statistics Service update says pasture and range conditions in South Dakota’s aren’t in very good shape. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says, in fact, South Dakota’s grasslands are among some of the hardest hit by this year’s drought. USDA NASS reporters rated 80% of the state’s… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota State Treasurer Josh Haeder was elected vice chair of the National Association of State Treasurers at their recent convention. Haeder says it’s a chance to share what South Dakota is doing. Haeder says he sees it as an obligation to share. Haeder says he is also learning from other states. Haeder,… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Until further notice, the Avera Medical Group Clinic in Pierre is requiring an appointment for all services, including urgent care. Dr. Mikel Holland, President and Chief Medical Officer at Avera St. Mary’s Hospital, says there are a few things causing the need for appointments. Holland says he’s not discouraging people from getting tested.… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota legislators say they want more details from Governor Kristi Noem’s administration about a meeting last year that included the Governor, her daughter and a state employee overseeing an agency that had moved to deny the daughters application to become a certified real estate appraiser. That employee was later forced to retire.… Read more »
VERMILLION, S.D.(WNAX)- An electric service dispute between the City of Vermillion and Clay-Union Electric is not a preview of another legislative battle. Public Utilities Commission Chairman Chris Nelson says they looked at a small change in electric service territory. Nelson says the legislature last year didn’t find a resolution between municipal power providers and rural… Read more »
STURGIS, S.D. – After years of hard work, ground breaking was held today for Sturgis’ newest senior housing project. Dolan Creek Senior Housing is a roughly $9.2 million dollar project that will help Sturgis provide housing for its senior population. Sturgis City Manager Daniel Ainslie says it will allow more people to be able to… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO.com) — Consultant Corey Lewandowski is no longer assisting Gov. Kristi Noem as a political advisor. Lewandowski has been a long-time political advisor to former President Donald Trump. Ian Fury, the governor’s communications director, issued a statement. “Corey was always a volunteer, never paid a dime (campaign or official). He will not be… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 9 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases decreased & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,142. The state had 472 new cases and 536 recoveries, increasing active infections to 7,388. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Weather permitting beginning at approximately 8:00 AM on Friday, October 1, 2021 the following road will be closed to thru traffic for utility work: South 7th Street from 3rd Avenue SW to 4th Avenue SW Work will be completed as quickly as possible. Motorists are advised to take alternate routes until the… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Aberdeen American News)- After two years off, the Northern State University Gypsy Day Parade returns when it starts at 9 a.m. Saturday. The parade begins on North Main Street near Eighth Avenue North and continues south through downtown and to the edge of the Northern State campus on the south side of town. This… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The Joint Committee on Appropriations of the South Dakota legislature spent most of last week touring west river state facilities. Committee Co-Chair, Senator Jean Hunhoff of Yankton, says they spent quite a bit of time at South Dakota State’s Cottonwood Experiment Station. Hunhoff says they had a big delegation there. Hunhoff says the… Read more »
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department has modified the lease at Lewis & Clark State Recreation Area to allow the resort operator to expand their facilities. Regional Park Supervisor Shane Bertsch says about thirteen acres will be added to the resort area. Bertsch says there will be more camping areas added.… Read more »
OMAHA, N.E.(WNAX)- The Drug Enforcement Administration has issued a nation-wide warning about the increase in fake prescription pills that may contain fatal doses of fentanyl. Emily Murray with the regional DEA office in Omaha says those pills are showing up in South Dakota. Murray says Nebraska is also seeing a similar trend. Murray says many… Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday night, Congressman Dusty Johnson held the “Under 35” Tele-Town Hall. Congressman Johnson talks about what 18-35 age group are looking for. Johnson express his opposition to student loan forgiveness. Johnson talks about not supporting raising the debt limit and Democrats have the votes to do so. Johnson express his willingness to… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday the Medical Marijuana Subcommittee met and dealt with many different issues. Senator David Wheeler, who is not a member of this subcommittee wanted clarification about whether someone can use medical marijuana inside a drug free zone. Representative Caleb Fink talks about cannabis use at the workplace. Representative Caleb Fink talks about… Read more »
