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May 29, 2020

Fire contained to porch, small addition in Aberdeen home

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – On Thursday, May 28, at 12:41 p.m., Aberdeen Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire involving a single family home at 925 S 10th Street. On arrival crews found light smoke coming from this residence. The fire was quickly located by firefighters and contained to the porch and a small… Read more »

May 29, 2020

State finishing second week of testing at long term care facilities

PIERRE, S.D. (DRG News) – South Dakota is finishing its second week of testing residents and staff at long term care facilities in the state for COVID-19. Health Department Sec. Kim Malsam-Rysdon says they’ve done thousands of tests. State epidemiologist Dr. Josh Clayton says those 6,000-plus tests are not reported by individual facility. Again, as… Read more »

May 29, 2020

Johnson says it is time for Internal Revenue Service to step up

WASHINGTON, D.C. (KCCR) – South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson took a swing at the Internal Revenue Service on the House floor about the apparent lack of customer service and slow speed at which the issuing of stimulus funds and tax returns are taking place. Johnson says many are in dire need of those funds. Johnson… Read more »

May 29, 2020

Some stimulus payments showing up in form of credit card

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Many Americans waiting for a stimulus payment do not even realize they have one in their possession. The Government sent out Economic Impact Payment (EIP) in the form of a credit card. Some people think the card is a scam. Jessie Schmidt, South Dakota Director of the Better Business Bureau,… Read more »

May 29, 2020

Adoptions continue strong at Humane Society

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The Aberdeen Area Humane Society had another strong month in May and is gearing up for the summer. Elaine Schaible, Humane Society manager, said adoptions continue on the upswing and fundraising plans are in progress. She said the current run-walk-bike ride fundraiser has been modified to a virtual format. Other upcoming… Read more »

May 29, 2020

State universities plan on having fall sports

BROOKINGS, S.D. (WNAX) – The South Dakota Board of Regents was updated last week about plans by the six universities to reopen and begin fall classes. SDSU President Barry Dunn spoke on behalf of all the university presidents. He says they are planning on holding fall sports. Dunn says all the schools will be in… Read more »

May 29, 2020

Rapid City mayor asking for best information at onset of tourism season

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KBHB) – Rapid City Mayor Steve Allender says he’s asking for the best possible tracking of COVID-19 infections, as the state nears its anticipated peak time, right at the onset of tourism season. Allender says he’s asking the state department of health to help find ways to incorporate tourist health information into… Read more »

May 29, 2020

Governor extends deadline for driver licenses

PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – A temporary extension of the expiration date for certain South Dakota driver licenses has been extended until March 30, 2021 by Gov. Kristi Noem. The Governor this week signed an executive order that extends the state’s emergency declaration through Dec. 30, 2020. That means the expiration date for driver licenses… Read more »

May 28, 2020

Intersection to be closed through Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Beginning at approximately 8 a.m. on Friday, May 29, the following intersection will be closed due to road work:   7th Avenue SE & South Washington St. Work is expected to last through Wednesday, June 3. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes.   Please call the Public Works office… Read more »

May 28, 2020

South Dakotans seeking to join online SNAP pilot

PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – South Dakotans enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) may have the option of buying groceries online in the future, the Department of Social Services announced. South Dakota will submit a request to join the United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) Online Pilot Program, which… Read more »

May 28, 2020

Governor’s press conference at 3 on all Hub City Radio stations

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Gov. Kristi Noem will have a press conference at approximately 3 this afternoon. The event will be carried live across all Hub City Radio stations. The link to the press conference is: Facebook.com/govnoem OR SD.Net

May 28, 2020

YAPAtorium reopening on Monday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – The YAPAtorium is excited reopen its facility to patrons on Monday, June 1. In order to ensure a safe atmosphere we will be implementing the following changes: Masks Required: Patrons must wear a mask or face covering that securely covers mouth and nose. Maximum Occupancy: The youth center will only… Read more »

May 28, 2020

Pizza Hut donates pizza to healthcare facilities in Aberdeen, Watertown

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Press Release) – NPC International, the owner of the Sioux Falls area Pizza Huts and largest Pizza Hut franchisee, has stepped up to feed the staff at two local healthcare facilities: Prairie Lakes Healthcare System in Watertown, S.D. and Sanford Aberdeen Medical Center in Aberdeen, S.D. On Wednesday, May 27 the local… Read more »

May 28, 2020
Capitol Building SD

Media availability 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 call at 11:45 a.m. today to discuss developments surrounding coronavirus in South Dakota. The event will be carried live across all Hub City Radio stations.