OMAHA, N.E.(WNAX)- Dry conditions continue to have an impact on the Missouri River basin. Kevin Grode with the Corps of Engineers in Omaha says their runoff forecast continues to shrink. Grode says the prediction is creeping up the record books. Grode says they don’t see much change in weather patterns that would have an effect… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Board of Regents approved a statement and action plan that positions the universities as “places of opportunity” for all students. Regents Counsel Nathan Lukkes outlined the plan to the board at their meeting in Pierre. Regent Tony Venhuizen says its not about any theory or philosophy. Venhuizen says its about… Read more »

AMES, I.A.(WNAX)- Drought continues to expand over much of the northern plains. Dennis Todey with the Midwest Climate Hub in Ames Iowa says the driest areas are in the central and northern parts of the region. Todey says there have been changes on the drought monitor in the past week. Todey says the drought area… Read more »

STURGIS, S.D.(KBHB) – The 81st Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is now officially underway as the opening ceremony was held Friday. The World Famous Budweiser Clydesdales were part of the opening ceremony as they drew a large crowd as they paraded down Main Street and to Rally Point, where rally-goers were allowed to take pictures with… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.(DRGNews)- South Dakota Senators Mike Rounds and John Thune are members of a bipartisan group introducing the Product of the USA Beef Act. Rounds says the bill limits the use of the “Product of the USA” label only to beef products that are born, raised and slaughtered in the United States. Rounds says it’s… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Thursday, District 3 Representative Carl Perry appeared on KSDN to talk about the Medical Marijuana meeting that took place Wednesday in Pierre. Prior to that we talked about his time at the cultivation farms & dispensaries in Des Moines, IA & Flandreau, SD. Perry talked about the experience he gained from his… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Because of the drought, many people are diligently watering lawns, gardens and  young trees to keep things green and growing. But, Art Smith with East Pierre Landscape and Garden Center says established trees need to be watered too– and what comes out of your lawn sprinklers doesn’t count. How much to water your… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Board of Regents may decide on a mission for each of the six state universities. That’s one of the offshoots of the ongoing SB55 task force. A bill passed in last years legislature directs the Regents to come up with operating efficiencies for the six campuses. Regents Vice President for… Read more »

GRANT TOWNSHIP, S.D.(WNAX)- A national renewable energy company is exploring McCook County in eastern South Dakota as the possible location of a large solar electric generating project. McCook County Planning and Zoning Administrator Cori Kaufmann says the company, National Grid Renewables, has not officially filed any applications. Lindsay Smith, a spokesperson for National Grid, says,… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- At their last meeting the Federal Reserve Board indicated no changes soon in their key interest rates, but inflation was mentioned as a future issue. South Dakota Bankers Association President Karl Adam says changing Covid-19 infections may also play a part. Adam says federal spending will also play a role in inflation and… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Today, Governor Kristi Noem released the following statement in response to the South Dakota Board of Regents’ approval of a draft policy restricting the teaching of Critical Race Theory at state colleges and universities: “I am grateful the Board of Regents is taking steps to address this divisive subject and limit its… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Brown County has its choice of five bids from firms seeking to help with a needs assessment for the jail. Bids to provide owner representation services were opened Tuesday at the county commission meeting, but no decision was made and few details were discussed. Owner representation is a service that ensures that… Read more »

FORT PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Three members of the Fort Pierre Volunteer Fire Department have gone west to help fight wildfires in Washington state. Chief Justin Jones, assistant chief Tye Odden (odd-en) and firefighter Trey Stroup (stroop) were initially assigned to the Sherwood Fire, but Odden says they’ve been reassigned to the Green Ridge Fire. Odden says… Read more »

STURGIS, S.D. – The 81st Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally will officially open Friday with a parade that will be headlined by the world famous Budweiser Clydesdales. The majestic horses are actually scheduled to make several appearances in the area during this year’s Rally. On Friday, the Clydesdales will parade up Main Street to Harley Davidson… Read more »

HOVEN, S.D.(Press Release) – A 62-year-old Onaka, S.D. man has been identified as the person who died Sunday morning in a two-vehicle crash that occurred east of Hoven. Preliminary crash information indicates that both vehicles were eastbound on South Dakota Highway 20. A 2020 Ford Explorer struck the rear of a 2017 Honda Pioneer ATV.… Read more »