News Category: Local News

Aberdeen Central student wins first place nationwide in distracted driving PSA challenge

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – When Central High School senior Katelyn Ryan decided to enter a national public service announcement challenge, she needed to think of an idea that would make an impact. “I just sat down for about five minutes thinking about: If I saw a commercial and I was actually going to pay attention… Read more »

Aberdeen Central student wins first place nationwide in distracted driving PSA challenge

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – When Central High School senior Katelyn Ryan decided to enter a national public service announcement challenge, she needed to think of an idea that would make an impact. “I just sat down for about five minutes thinking about: If I saw a commercial and I was actually going to pay attention… Read more »

Alley between 3rd & 4th Ave SE closed on Monday for utility work

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Beginning at 8 am on Monday, September 11, 2023 the following alley will be closed to traffic for utility work: Between 3rd & 4th Avenue SE – Main to Lincoln The alley will be closed to through traffic until Thursday.  Motorists are advised to take alternate routes until the work is completed.

Alley between 3rd & 4th Ave SE closed on Monday for utility work

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- Beginning at 8 am on Monday, September 11, 2023 the following alley will be closed to traffic for utility work: Between 3rd & 4th Avenue SE – Main to Lincoln The alley will be closed to through traffic until Thursday.  Motorists are advised to take alternate routes until the work is completed.

Flu shots can now be taken at Sanford hospitals

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- As summer comes to an end, flu season is right around the corner. That’s why Sanford Health has started administering flu shots at all 200 of its clinics throughout the upper midwest. Sanford Health Official Andrea Folkinghorn says that getting the shot can save you from serious illness. Folkinghorn says signing up… Read more »

Flu shots can now be taken at Sanford hospitals

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- As summer comes to an end, flu season is right around the corner. That’s why Sanford Health has started administering flu shots at all 200 of its clinics throughout the upper midwest. Sanford Health Official Andrea Folkinghorn says that getting the shot can save you from serious illness. Folkinghorn says signing up… Read more »

Katie Washnok explains her reasons for running for District 3 Senate seat

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- This past Friday, the chair of the Brown County GOP, Katie Washnok announced she will run for the District 3 Senate seat representing the city of Aberdeen. Washnok talks about what motivated her to run. Washnok explains why she chose to announce her candidacy before Labor Day weekend. Washnok talks about her involvement… Read more »

Katie Washnok explains her reasons for running for District 3 Senate seat

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- This past Friday, the chair of the Brown County GOP, Katie Washnok announced she will run for the District 3 Senate seat representing the city of Aberdeen. Washnok talks about what motivated her to run. Washnok explains why she chose to announce her candidacy before Labor Day weekend. Washnok talks about her involvement… Read more »

Sturgis City Council approve first reading for next year’s budget

STURGIS, S.D.(KBHB) – The Sturgis City Council on Tuesday night passed first reading of the 2024 budget. Sturgis Mayor Mark Carstensen says the proposed budget makes continued strides to enhance the community’s infrastructure, enhance recreation and cultural amenities, redevelop the downtown and grow the economy. However, due to the rising cost of capital improvements, the… Read more »

Sturgis City Council approve first reading for next year’s budget

STURGIS, S.D.(KBHB) – The Sturgis City Council on Tuesday night passed first reading of the 2024 budget. Sturgis Mayor Mark Carstensen says the proposed budget makes continued strides to enhance the community’s infrastructure, enhance recreation and cultural amenities, redevelop the downtown and grow the economy. However, due to the rising cost of capital improvements, the… Read more »

SD PUC denies Navigator’s request for CO2 pipeline

PIERRE, S.D. (KELOLAND) — The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission is weighing in on the future of carbon dioxide pipelines in the state. At a meeting on Wednesday, the members unanimously decided to deny the Navigator CO2 project’s request that the state commission preempt pipeline ordinances passed in Minnehaha and Moody counties. Commissioner Chris Nelson… Read more »

SD PUC denies Navigator’s request for CO2 pipeline

PIERRE, S.D. (KELOLAND) — The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission is weighing in on the future of carbon dioxide pipelines in the state. At a meeting on Wednesday, the members unanimously decided to deny the Navigator CO2 project’s request that the state commission preempt pipeline ordinances passed in Minnehaha and Moody counties. Commissioner Chris Nelson… Read more »

Governor Noem appoints Bob Perry as Secretary of Public Safety

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Wednesday, Governor Kristi Noem appointed Robert (Bob) Perry as Secretary of the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Craig Price, the current secretary, will retire from state government. Perry’s appointment will be effective on September 22. “Craig Price has been an outstanding leader and public servant throughout his law enforcement career.… Read more »

Governor Noem appoints Bob Perry as Secretary of Public Safety

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Wednesday, Governor Kristi Noem appointed Robert (Bob) Perry as Secretary of the Department of Public Safety (DPS). Craig Price, the current secretary, will retire from state government. Perry’s appointment will be effective on September 22. “Craig Price has been an outstanding leader and public servant throughout his law enforcement career.… Read more »

Attorney Generals across the country asking Congress to look into Artificial Intelligence

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined 53 other Attorneys General in asking Congressional leaders to create an expert panel on how Artificial Intelligence…or A-I as it’s called… is used to exploit children. During a stop in Watertown Tuesday, Jackley talked about this topic, and what he wants to see get done. In… Read more »

Attorney Generals across the country asking Congress to look into Artificial Intelligence

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined 53 other Attorneys General in asking Congressional leaders to create an expert panel on how Artificial Intelligence…or A-I as it’s called… is used to exploit children. During a stop in Watertown Tuesday, Jackley talked about this topic, and what he wants to see get done. In… Read more »

Update on pending murder trial of Jeremiah Peacemaker

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–A win in court Tuesday for the prosecution team in the pending murder trial of Jeremiah Peacemaker of Watertown. He’s charged with killing Kendra Owen in her Watertown apartment in the 300-block of North Broadway on September 2nd, 2020. Peacemaker’s defense team filed a motion to have all references to Kendra Owen’s blood found… Read more »

Update on pending murder trial of Jeremiah Peacemaker

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–A win in court Tuesday for the prosecution team in the pending murder trial of Jeremiah Peacemaker of Watertown. He’s charged with killing Kendra Owen in her Watertown apartment in the 300-block of North Broadway on September 2nd, 2020. Peacemaker’s defense team filed a motion to have all references to Kendra Owen’s blood found… Read more »

Watertown Development Company release a housing study

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–The Watertown Development Company delivered the results of a housing study to the city council Tuesday night. It shows the occupancy rate for rental units in Watertown is very high, but there’s a need for more single family homes in all price points–especially entry-level homes. Development Company Executive Director Chris Clifton. Clifton says salaries… Read more »

Watertown Development Company release a housing study

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–The Watertown Development Company delivered the results of a housing study to the city council Tuesday night. It shows the occupancy rate for rental units in Watertown is very high, but there’s a need for more single family homes in all price points–especially entry-level homes. Development Company Executive Director Chris Clifton. Clifton says salaries… Read more »