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April 15, 2026

Congressman Johnson discuss recidivism rate in South Dakota

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- One of the topics brought up at the 2nd Republican Gubernatorial Debate held Monday in Sioux Falls was the higher recidivism rate seen in the state.  According to The Justice Center, the recidivism rate in South Dakota was 2011 was at 40% and in 2021 increased to 50%.  Those that were arrested and… Read more »

April 15, 2026

Voting process in South Dakota

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The South Dakota Primary is coming up on Tuesday, June 2nd.  Brown County Auditor Lynn Heupel describe the process to register and to vote in the elections. Early or absentee voting is scheduled to begin on Friday, however will be delayed.  Heupel talks about why. Heupel goes over the process to register to… Read more »

April 15, 2026

Volunteers are vital and in need at the Brown County Fair

Aberdeen, SD (Hub City Radio) Work at the Brown County Fair Grounds is ongoing and they are looking for any help they can get. Fair Manager Rachel Kippley talks about the efforts that go into keeping the grounds clean and how much they appreciate the Volunteers. 2026 BCF Volunteer of the Year Pearl Holt tells… Read more »

April 14, 2026

Brown County Fairgrounds Manager Rachel Kippley provides an update

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Brown County Fairgrounds Manager Rachel Kippley provided an update to the Commission on Tuesday. Kippley announced the members of the Jr. Brown County Fair Board. Kippley talks about the contract with fairs.com.  She talks about working with the Treasurer’s Office for card purchases. Kippley discuss the benefit of this contract. Kippley recapped the… Read more »

April 14, 2026

Brown County Commission hear update on their Planning and Zoning Commission

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Tuesday, the Brown County Commission heard from Planning and Zoning Director Scott Bader about what happening near the Warner area. Bader look into an ordinance dealing with this matter. Bader believes a joint ordinance should be in place with townships within the county. Commissioner Mike Wiese weighed in on the topic. There… Read more »

April 14, 2026

Brown County Commission in process to purchase building for jail space

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Brown County Commission on Tuesday discussed purchasing a building near the Brown County Jail to allow for expansion.  They have reached capacity at the current jail. Brown County Commissioner Duane Sutton: Brown County Sheriff Dave Lunzman describe the building they are looking at. Lunzman discuss the need for this for the safety… Read more »

April 14, 2026

Recap of 2nd Republican Gubernatorial Debate

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The second of three scheduled debates involving Republican candidates for South Dakota Governor was held Monday night in Sioux Falls. Economic Development: South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden touted his record since becoming governor in 2025. Congressman Dusty Johnson discuss how Governor Rhoden signed three bills into law increasing state sales tax. Speaker… Read more »

April 14, 2026

Run from the Police 5k run/walk fundraiser quickly approaching

Aberdeen SD (Hub City Radio)Your chance to run from the Police WITHOUT getting an eluding charge added is coming up soon! Detective Justine Charles tells us about some important deadlines and of the new additions to this already big fundraiser. Charles said the proceeds stay local and is how they can help with programs and… Read more »

April 13, 2026

Aberdeen School Board hear report on Mike Miller Elementary School

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- At Monday night’s Aberdeen School Board meeting, the board heard from Mike Miller Elementary School Principal Brennan Goehring. Goehring talks about ways the school tries to improvement education scores at the school. Goehring discuss the math number for each grades. Goehring talks about how the school is open for communication and how they… Read more »

April 13, 2026

Employees connected to public schools receive state honors

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen School Board on Monday recognized two people with connections to public schools. Assistant Superintendent Camille Kaul went over the accomplishments of Simmons Elementary Principal Kim Aman.  Aman was named 2026 Elementary Principal of the Year. Kaul describes Aman’s leadership style. Aman offer advice to those just getting started. School Board member… Read more »

April 13, 2026

Dakota Street from 5th to 6th Avenue NE closed Tuesday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Beginning at approximately 8am Tuesday, April 14th, 2026, Jacob’s Construction will have the southbound lane closed on the following road for utility work: Dakota St. from 5th Ave. NE to 6th Ave. NE The lane is scheduled to be closed until 5pm or until finished.  Motorists are advised to take alternate routes… Read more »

April 13, 2026

Frank Schwartz and Jordan McQuillen elected Chair & Vice Chair of District 6

REDFIELD, S.D.(Press Release) – A group of approximately 40 municipal officials representing 6 cities gathered at the South Dakota Municipal League’s annual District 6 Meeting, held in Redfield on April 9. Leland Treichel, SDML President and Board President of Roscoe, discussed the strengths of the Municipal League with the group. Jessica Carr, South Dakota Municipal… Read more »

April 13, 2026

Aberdeen Area Humane Society fundraiser coming up

It’s almost 2nd Paw Sale time.. and Mona Smith with the Humane Society has more on the big fundraising event where all funds stay local and a perfect time for some Spring Cleaning. Donation deadlines are approaching and preparation for the Sale itself is time intensive and they’d love to have your help.. more hands… Read more »