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PIERRE, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 1 new COVID-related death on the weekend, while active cases & hospitalizations decreased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health(through Monday). The death total currently at 1,994. The state had 99 new cases and 213 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 712. Those hospitalized in… Read more »
OMAHA, N.E.(WNAX)- While the US and Mid America economies are growing at a rapid rate, there are some danger signs. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss says supply chain issues are getting worse. Goss says the supply index has hit another record high. Goss says another indicator he is watching is the yield on treasury bonds.… Read more »
The Hughes County Commission is moving forward with finding a replacement for Hughes County Sheriff Darin Johnson. Commission Chair Randy Vance says the Commission discussed Johnson’s replacement during recent executive sessions for personnel matters. In his role as Vice Sheriff, Johnson will get Callahan up to speed on operation of the Sheriff’s Office before Johnson… Read more »
BROOKINGS, S.D.(WNAX)- While a more active weather pattern may bring rain and thundershowers to the region this week, the long-term trends look to be a problem. South Dakota State Climatologist Laura Edwards says those trends continue to point toward warmer and drier conditions. Edwards says it would take a long rainy pattern to break the… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission is considering having wind power projects file progress updates during and after construction. Chairman Chris Nelson says they can’t regulate or correct without more information. Pierre lawyer Brett Koenecke who often represents wind power applicants wasn’t a fan of the idea. Nelson then suggested a check list.… Read more »
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Another strong surge in sales taxes in April. Yankton City Manager Amy Leon says the same month last year was in the depths of the pandemic. Leon says they normally see an upturn into spring and summer. Leon says the “Triple B” tax, based on tourism and recreation also finally crossed into positive… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- Diversity efforts and offices on state university campuses has the attention of some lawmakers. Senator Jean Hunhoff of Yankton, Chair of the Appropriations Committee, says policy committees should take the lead. Hunhoff says there were amendments introduced to defund the diversity efforts. Hunhoff says members of her committee can send a message through… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- At the Aberdeen City Council, the first reading on who to lease the hangar at the Aberdeen Regional Airport was discussed. 2 bids were submitted. One by Qwest Aviation & the other by Darrell Hillestead. Aberdeen City Attorney Ron Wager revealed what the two bid were and the recommendation made by the Airport… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- Major changes were made to insurance options for South Dakota state employees this year, with more costs moving to workers. Eric Olilla, Executive Director of the South Dakota State Employees Organization, says those changes were made while the state was swimming in new dollars. Olilla says the insurance costs could have been covered… Read more »
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Visible construction is underway just below the face of Gavins Point Dam on the Missouri River near Yankton. Gavins Point Operations Manager Tom Curran says its part of the repair and upgrades to the under dam drainage system. Curran says most of that work should be done by mid-summer. Curran says the work… Read more »
WARNER, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Chris Reder and Dr. Tracy Diefenbach have gone above and beyond to give back to our Veterans. On May 22nd we can get together and give back and take some cleaning and upkeep off their plate. Plans and projects for the property have not been set, some ideas are: Move old vehicles Tear… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 2 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases decreased & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health(through Friday). The death total currently at 1,993. The state had 42 new cases and 102 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 828. Those hospitalized in connection with… Read more »
WARNER, S.D.(AberdeenAmericanNews)- Grant Seaman has joined the DTOM 22/0 Foundation Board of Directors. The group a nonprofit organization to help struggling veterans. Seaman was raised in Warner, where he attended high school. He went to college at South Dakota State University. Currently, he is the President of BankNorth. Seaman has been involved with The Salvation Army,… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- A man from New York state has been arrested after a rolling a stolen vehicle four miles north of Pierre Friday morning. Department of Public Safety spokesman Tony Mangan says a 2005 Chevy Silverado pick-up truck was traveling south on Grey Goose Road when it attempted a left hand turn to go east… Read more »
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The Democratic National Committee will contribute at least twenty-three million dollars over the next four years to all fifty state parties. South Dakota Democratic Party Chairman Randy Seiler says it will help continue their momentum. The DNC agreement also creates a “Red State Fund” aimed at traditionally republican states. Seiler says that is… Read more »
