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June 8, 2020
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Region impacted by storms, more likely on the way

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The region felt the impact of thunderstorms last night and more could be on the horizon this evening. Ryan Lueck, Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Aberdeen, said that moisture amounts ranged from 1 to 3 inches during last night’s activity. He said that the winds were the big problem,… Read more »

June 8, 2020

Join SDSU Extension Staff for a Virtual Coffee Break

BROOKINGS, S.D. (Press Release) – Throughout the summer of 2020, SDSU Extension staff are hosting monthly virtual coffee breaks on a variety of topics. Each month the featured speaker will share information and will be available to answer your questions. The sessions are free and will be recorded. You can participate via telephone, computer or… Read more »

June 8, 2020

Survey shows majority want Sturgis Rally postponed

STURGIS, S.D. (Rapid City Journal) — A survey by the Sturgis City Council found that most locals want the 80th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally postponed due to the coronavirus. The city mailed 3,290 surveys to resident addresses and more than 60 percent of those responding want the rally suspended. The city will hear a presentation… Read more »

June 8, 2020

Johnson says country still facing major issues this summer

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WNAX) – The country is moving into summer facing several major problems. South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says the coronavirus and the economy still need attention. Johnson says the House is dealing with a growing partisan split. Johnson says there is also a growing crisis in agriculture. Johnson says current economic bailout programs… Read more »

June 8, 2020

Pilot killed in small plane crash at Sioux Falls Regional Airport

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Argus Leader) — The pilot of a small cargo plane was killed when the aircraft crashed during takeoff in Sioux Falls. Officials say he was the only one on board when the twin-engine Mitsubishi went down about 4 a.m. Sunday at the Sioux Falls Regional Airport. The facility’s executive director, Dan Letellier,… Read more »

June 8, 2020

Tobin defeats House Major Leader in primary election

WINNER, S.D. (WNAX) – One of the biggest surprises in last week’s legislative primary races was the win by Erin Tobin of Winner in the District 21 Republican Senate race. She defeated House Majority Leader Lee Qualm by a 61-39 percent margin. Qualm, from Platte, was term limited from seeking another run for the House.… Read more »

June 8, 2020

One killed, two injured in one-vehicle rollover south of Tea

TEA, S.D. (Press Release) – One person died and two other people were injured Saturday night in a one-vehicle rollover south of Tea. Names of the three people have not yet been released pending notification of family members. They were the only persons involved. A 2017 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup was traveling on 273rd Street… Read more »

June 8, 2020

Arts in the Park at Home starts today

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The coronavirus pandemic wiped out this year’s annual Arts in the Park in Aberdeen, but there still is a way to connect with vendors. Stacy Braun, Executive Director of the Aberdeen Area Arts Council, explains a promotion called Arts in the Park at Home. Starting today, individuals can go online and… Read more »

June 8, 2020

Yankton city sales tax numbers trending downward

YANKTON, S.D. (WNAX) – The reports for May city sales taxes are coming out and they aren’t good. Yankton City Manager Amy Leon has the details. Leon says their costs continue to grow. Leon says it’s hard to know how far taxes may fall in the future. The City Commission will hold its first formal… Read more »

June 8, 2020

Rounds differs from President in approach to protestors

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WNAX) – President Trump has been critical of protestors, especially those that were across from the White House, calling them “terrorists” in a letter he released. That area was cleared by federal authorities so the President could walk to a church across the street. South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds says he would not… Read more »

June 8, 2020

Universities trying to limit personal exposure, spread of coronavirus

VERMILLION, S.D. (WNAX) – South Dakota’s public university students will return to their campuses on Aug. 19 to start the fall term and wrap up by Thanksgiving. University of South Dakota President Sheila Gestring says they wanted to find a way to limit personal exposure and limit the possible spread of the coronavirus. Gestring says they… Read more »

June 8, 2020

USDA approves SNAP benefits online

PIERRE, S.D. (DRG News) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved South Dakota’s request to be able to provide online purchasing of food to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program households– but the start date has yet to be determined. The approval allows the state Department of Social Services to expedite the implementation of online purchasing… Read more »

June 5, 2020

Less restrictive COVID-19 ordinance passes first reading

ABERDEEN, S.D. (By Elisa Sand [email protected]) – The Aberdeen City Council has passed first reading of an ordinance that would relax business restrictions related to COVID-19. The vote was 5-3. If given final approval, no restrictions would remain in place for hairstylists, who must now wear masks. For bars, restaurants, breweries, cafes, casinos, coffee shops,… Read more »

June 5, 2020

Varnson named Executive Director of Student Success at Northern State

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Northern State University has named Dr. Stacie Varnson as the new Executive Director of Student Success. Varnson comes to Northern with extensive experience in the student success arena. She served as the director of the Academic Success Center at the University of Minnesota-Crookston from 2014 to 2019. Prior to that,… Read more »