WASHINGTON, D.C. (WNAX) – The federal government is being criticized for an initial slow response to the threat of the coronavirus. South Dakota Senator John Thune says the... Read More
April 6, 2020
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April 6, 2020
Lawmakers reflect on loss of Representative Glanzer
PIERRE, S.D. (KCCR) – South Dakota Representative Bob Glanzer of Huron died Friday night due to the Covid-19 coronavirus. Glanzer served six years as a member of the House.... Read More
April 6, 2020
Regents leader says some real challenges ahead in higher education
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – The South Dakota Board of Regents, during a teleconference last week, decided to freeze tuition for the next school year. Outgoing Board President... Read More
April 6, 2020
Small business loan program will be handled through local banks
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – A federal loan program guaranteeing payrolls for small businesses will be handled through local banks. South Dakota Bankers Association President Curt... Read More
April 6, 2020
Chamber, Hub City Radio team up for Small Act-Big Impact gift card campaign
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce and Hub City Radio are teaming up to help businesses in Aberdeen. They will be helping to sell gift... Read More
April 6, 2020
Lawmakers begin making some adjustments to budget
YANKTON, S.D. (WNAX) – South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has said she will call the legislature back for a special session in June to deal with expected budget cuts. During... Read More
April 4, 2020
Playgrounds to be closed for public use starting Monday
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Effective Monday April 6 all playgrounds within the Aberdeen Parks, Recreation & Forestry system will be closed off for public use due... Read More
April 3, 2020
Noem says up to 70 percent of South Dakotans could get virus
PIERRE, S.D. (aberdeennews.com and Argus Leader) – As many as 70% of South Dakotans could get the COVID-19 virus, according to projections shared by Gov. Kristi Noem on... Read More
April 3, 2020
Jets transporting masks out of Aberdeen
This MD-83 transport jet was on the tarmac at Aberdeen Regional Airport Wednesday. It and other large jets are hauling N95 respirator masks made at the 3M plant in Aberdeen.... Read More
April 3, 2020
Governor’s press conference at 1 today on all Hub City Radio stations
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Gov. Kristi Noem will have a press conference at 1 p.m. this afternoon. The event will be carried live across all Hub City Radio... Read More
April 3, 2020
Media conference call at 11:45 on all Hub City Radio stations
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Secretary of Health Kim Malsam-Rysdon and State Epidemiologist Dr. Joshua Clayton will hold a brief media availability via conference... Read More
April 3, 2020
CVB offering April Foolishness Storybook Land Character Showdown
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – During a difficult time, the Aberdeen Area Convention and Visitors Bureau has found a way to help lighten the mood just a bit. The CVB... Read More
April 3, 2020
COVID-19 taking toll on South Dakota tourism
The usually busy street in front of Wall Drug was eerily devoid of people and vehicles on a 65-degree afternoon on March 29 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Wall Drug and many other... Read More
April 3, 2020
Two longtime weekly newspapers print final editions
DeSMET, S.D. (KELO-AM) — Two longtime South Dakota weekly newspapers have folded under pressure from the economic downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The Lake Preston... Read More
April 3, 2020
Lawmakers under investigation for conduct during session
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — South Dakota legislators have decided to investigate allegations that Senate Majority Leader Kris Langer was drunk during a meeting earlier this week.... Read More
