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PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Department of Transportation is waiting on the whims of Congress to confirm their future funding. Department Secretary Joel Jundt updated the Transportation Commission on their federal funding status. Jundt says they are also working through the details of the federal “Buy American” act that will have an impact on future… Read more »
WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- It was announced Wednesday by the Watertown School Board they have selected Tiffany Sanderson as the new President of Lake Area Technical College. KXLG News spoke with Sanderson to find out more about the individual that was just handed one of the Nation’s highest-recognized technical schools. Sanderson first spoke on her appointment to… Read more »
MITCHELL, S.D.(KMIT)- The Mitchell City Council on Monday night approved an $11,000 agreement with Civil Design Incorporated for an evaluation of two sites for a public outdoor gun range. The two proposed sites are near Lake Mitchell and the former city dump on the south side of Mitchell. Mitchell Public Works Director Joe Schroeder (shray-der).… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- While the holiday shopping season starts as early as Halloween, South Dakota Retailers Association Executive Director Nathan Sanderson says Black Friday is still a big deal. Sanderson says the focus has changed over the past few years. Sanderson says many more people are shopping earlier. Sanderson says for many retailers, the last month… Read more »
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 8 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases & hospitalizations decreased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 3,096. The state had 846 new cases and 887 recoveries, increasing active infections to 616. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus is… Read more »
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Two Aberdeen Central seniors received a tremendous honor from U.S. Senator Mike Rounds. It might have been the first time this has taken place in the classroom. Senator Rounds announced that Senior Ethan Fergel will receive a full scholarship to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. Senator Rounds announced… Read more »
FORT PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The Fort Pierre City Council again killed a proposal to start the systematic removal of ash trees on public property in advance of the emerald ash borer’s arrival in central South Dakota. Two weeks ago, the proposal was brought back to conference with the Arbor and Parks and Recreation Boards. Councilman Larry… Read more »
ELK POINT, S.D.(WNAX)- Another South Dakota nursing home is closing its doors. In a release, the South Dakota Health Care Association says Prairie Estates Care Center in Elk Point will close as of January 14, 2023. The closure is due to a combination of the ongoing underfunding of Medicaid, the current staffing crisis, and costs… Read more »
BURBANK, S.D.(WNAX)- As South Dakota legislators prepare for the 2023 session in January, they will face a decision on cutting the sales tax on groceries. Governor Kristi Noem made that a center piece of her reelection campaign. District 17 Senator-elect Sydney Davis of Burbank says she needs to hear more details. Davis says the cut… Read more »
SOUTH DAKOTA(WNAX)- Lots of people will be on the move this holiday weekend. Shawn Steward is with Triple “A” South Dakota. Steward says the vast majority of travelers will be on the highways. Steward says for those traveling by air, be prepared for disruptions. Most of the central part of the US should see pretty… Read more »
