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ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The COVID-19 threat continues to make its impact around the world and the effects are being felt as well here in Aberdeen. Gail Ochs, President of the Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce, encouraged people to continue to support the local businesses. She said it’s hard to tell if, or when, restaurants… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – While there will not be a Community Gardens Meeting this spring, there will be Community Gardens this summer. The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department has announced that plots can be reserved starting Monday, March 23. Aaron Kiesz, City Forester, talked about the switch in plans. He said that plenty of… Read more »
CANTON, S.D. (WNAX) – While the 2020 session of the South Dakota legislature has one more day to finish up, lawmakers have agreed on the outlines of the 2021 session. Senator Jim Bolin says next year’s session will look a lot like this year’s. Bolin says there was some discussion of going to the full… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D. (aberdeennews.com) – Public K-12 schools in South Dakota will be closed through next week at least. That’s what Gov. Kristi Noem announced during a news conference today in Sioux Falls to discuss the COVID-19 outbreak. That means the soonest classes will resume is March 30. Noem previously closed schools through this week because… Read more »
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — The executive director and CEO of the governing board for South Dakota’s six public universities will be stepping down. Paul Beran held the job with the Board of Regents since 2018. He will leave when his current contract expires at the end of June. He said in a statement that… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – As COVID-19 cases have now been reported in this region, Avera reminds the general public of what they need to know concerning this virus. COVID-19 symptoms and testing People who utilize Avera facilities for their health care who feel they may have been exposed to COVID-19 or who are displaying… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Beginning at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 the following roads will be closed to thru traffic for work on sewer lines: 8th Avenue SE from S. Congress St. to Riverside Dr. and South Harrison Street from 7th Ave SE to 8th Ave SE Work is expected to last… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Downtown Aberdeen is about to get some added color. A new project will take place this summer. Brodie Mueller of Dakota Territory Brewing Company talked about the event. Carly Pochop of Colorful Creations said this is a less expensive way to add flavor to the downtown area. Mueller said that artists… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – Events of the past few weeks have been changing rapidly, and we at Yelduz Shrine have been monitoring closely the developments regarding the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) outbreak. We wanted to let you know we plan to follow the guidance and suggestions of experts with the Federal, State, and Local health… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – An episode of HGTV’s “House Hunters” featuring the family of Northern State University’s men’s basketball coach is set to air this week. According to a “House Hunters” producer, the episode featuring Coach Saul and Nicole Phillips and their children is scheduled to air at 6 p.m. Central Time on Wednesday, March 18.… Read more »
RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — A South Dakota man faces federal charges that he ran a multi-million-dollar cattle Ponzi scheme. A federal grand jury earlier this month indicted 58-year-old Robert Blom of Corsica on charges of wire fraud, mail fraud and money laundering. Blom pleaded not guilty to the indictment Monday. The indictment alleges that… Read more »
HURON, S.D. (Press Release) – Aberdeen crop and cattle farmer, Jeff Kippley was recognized by National Farmers Union during the 2020 National Convention with the Bruce Miller Award for his active involvement in state and national Farmers Union events as well as his community. “This award recognizes individuals who demonstrate the mission and vision of… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem says so far, COVID-19 infection numbers are staying fairly stable. Noem says she continues to be in contact with federal officials. Noem is encouraging everyone to follow common sense guidelines. Noem says the state has more coronavirus test kits but is running low on supplies needed… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D. (aberdeennews.com) – First responders and tactical teams were dispatched to north Aberdeen on Monday afternoon to a report of a domestic assault and were on the scene for nearly nine hours. The suspect they were looking for, however, was not found. Teams moved into the area around 12:30 p.m. A suspect had been… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – When all the budget pieces came together for state lawmakers last week, they were able to find the money for two percent increases to schools, Medicaid providers and state workers. Eric Olilla, Executive Director of the South Dakota State Employees Organization, says it was a nice finish. Ollila says they also… Read more »
