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June 29, 2020

Interstate 90 bridge being repaired

PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – Repair work is underway on an Interstate 90 bridge that was damaged last week. State D.O.T. Chief Bridge Engineer Steve Johnson gave a report to the Transportation Commission. Johnson says the bridge over the interstate is still usable. Johnson says an investigation is underway. Johnson told the commission that they get… Read more »

June 29, 2020

New no texting law begins July 1

PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – Starting July 1, drivers in South Dakota will no longer be able to use mobile electronic devices, including cell phones, for texting or other purposes while they drive. House Bill 1169, which was passed during the 2020 legislative session, prohibits drivers from using a phone for social media uses. The… Read more »

June 26, 2020

Aberdeen Player Takes Disc Golf to the Professional Level

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – There are many local activities that are still available this summer despite the coronavirus pandemic. One of those is disc golf. The sport remains popular with players of all ages. Ezra Aderhold of Aberdeen has taken his skills to the next level and plays the game professionally. Aderhold learned the game… Read more »

June 25, 2020

Biking Popularity On The Rise This Summer

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – With many attractions and events shut down this summer, people are finding different ways to spend time outdoors and a lot of them are turning to bikes. The trend to get outdoors and bike around the area has been noticed. Erik Dean, Owner of Dakota Outdoors, said he has definitely seen… Read more »

June 24, 2020

Scammers Hitting People on Variety of Topics

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – In good times or bad, scammers are always looking for their next victim. Jessie Schmidt, Director of Better Business Bureau South Dakota, said one of the scams that people need to look out for features vehicles. Schmidt said that individuals also need to be aware of travel scams during the coronavirus… Read more »

June 23, 2020

Festival Canceled for First Time in Nearly 40 Years

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Many events have been postponed, canceled or altered this summer due the coronavirus pandemic. One of those events has been around for nearly four decades in one form or another. David Eckert, Cultural Arts Supervisor, talked about the Storybook Land Festival that will not take place this summer. He said that… Read more »

June 22, 2020

Yankton physician says masks can be very effective

YANKTON, S.D. (WNAX) – The debate continues over the use of face masks to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Yankton Doctor Mike Pietila says masks can be very effective. Pietila, the head of the Intensive Care Unit at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, says they continue to get new information. Pietila says people have to… Read more »

June 22, 2020

Plans progressing to make online SNAP available as soon as possible

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. State Department of Social Services Secretary Laurie Gill says SNAP benefits give a much-needed boost to… Read more »

June 22, 2020

Barnett Pleased with Primary Turnout

PIERRE, S.D. (WNAX) – The June 2 primary in South Dakota was conducted in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Secretary of State Steve Barnett says they tried to prepare as much as they could. Barnett’s office sent out absentee ballot requests to all registered voters in the state which led to a heavy early… Read more »