News Category: Local News

This week is National Consumer Protection Week

MITCHELL, S.D.(KMIT)- This is National Consumer Protection Week, and the Better Business Bureau has released its annual Scam Tracker Risk Report.  Jessie Schmidt is with the South Dakota Better Business Bureau. She says even with the increased awareness campaigns, consumers are falling for scams of all types. Schmidt talks about what you should do if… Read more »

This week is National Consumer Protection Week

MITCHELL, S.D.(KMIT)- This is National Consumer Protection Week, and the Better Business Bureau has released its annual Scam Tracker Risk Report.  Jessie Schmidt is with the South Dakota Better Business Bureau. She says even with the increased awareness campaigns, consumers are falling for scams of all types. Schmidt talks about what you should do if… Read more »

Jeremiah Peacemaker’s defense team release statement following the not guilty verdict

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–The defense team for Jeremiah Peacemaker has released a statement to KWAT News about the outcome of his recent nine day trial in Watertown. On Tuesday, Peacemaker was found not guilty of murder and manslaughter charges in the decapitation killing of Kendra Owen in August 2020. The statement signed by attorneys Kate Benson and… Read more »

Jeremiah Peacemaker’s defense team release statement following the not guilty verdict

WATERTOWN, S.D.(KWAT)–The defense team for Jeremiah Peacemaker has released a statement to KWAT News about the outcome of his recent nine day trial in Watertown. On Tuesday, Peacemaker was found not guilty of murder and manslaughter charges in the decapitation killing of Kendra Owen in August 2020. The statement signed by attorneys Kate Benson and… Read more »

Congressman Johnson previews President Biden’s State of the Union Address

WASHINGTON, D.C.(HubCityRadio)- On Thursday, President Joe Biden will be presenting his State of the Union Address to the nation. Congressman Dusty Johnson previews what some of the topics that could be discussed during the speech. One issue sure to be addressed will be the issue with the southern border.  For the second straight year, Congressman… Read more »

Congressman Johnson previews President Biden’s State of the Union Address

WASHINGTON, D.C.(HubCityRadio)- On Thursday, President Joe Biden will be presenting his State of the Union Address to the nation. Congressman Dusty Johnson previews what some of the topics that could be discussed during the speech. One issue sure to be addressed will be the issue with the southern border.  For the second straight year, Congressman… Read more »

Reactions to legislature passing pipeline-related bills

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Releases)- On Wednesday, the South Dakota legislature passed three pipeline-related bills(SB201, HB1185 & HB1186). Here’s are some reactions to the bills being passed Wednesday. Governor Kristi Noem: “I stand with South Dakota landowners and always will,” saidGovernor Kristi Noem. “I am looking forward to signing a Landowner Bill of Rights that will provide… Read more »

Reactions to legislature passing pipeline-related bills

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Releases)- On Wednesday, the South Dakota legislature passed three pipeline-related bills(SB201, HB1185 & HB1186). Here’s are some reactions to the bills being passed Wednesday. Governor Kristi Noem: “I stand with South Dakota landowners and always will,” saidGovernor Kristi Noem. “I am looking forward to signing a Landowner Bill of Rights that will provide… Read more »

South Dakota legislature passes three pipeline-related bills

PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — A trio of carbon pipeline-related compromise bills pass the House this afternoon (Wednesday).  SB201 passed 39 to 31, HB1185 passed 42 to 28, and HB1186 passed 41 to 29. The debate on the bills was often emotional and pointed at the other side. SB201 still gives local governments some say over… Read more »

South Dakota legislature passes three pipeline-related bills

PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — A trio of carbon pipeline-related compromise bills pass the House this afternoon (Wednesday).  SB201 passed 39 to 31, HB1185 passed 42 to 28, and HB1186 passed 41 to 29. The debate on the bills was often emotional and pointed at the other side. SB201 still gives local governments some say over… Read more »

Alzheimer’s Association Presentation to be held in Aberdeen

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Alzheimer’s Association will offer a free presentation on “Effective Communication Strategies” on Thursday, March 14 from 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the Aberdeen Senior Center (1303 7th Avenue SE). The presentation is open to the public; registration is not required, but is appreciated. Communication is more than just talking… Read more »

Alzheimer’s Association Presentation to be held in Aberdeen

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Alzheimer’s Association will offer a free presentation on “Effective Communication Strategies” on Thursday, March 14 from 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the Aberdeen Senior Center (1303 7th Avenue SE). The presentation is open to the public; registration is not required, but is appreciated. Communication is more than just talking… Read more »

Sheryl Johnson announce her candidacy for South Dakota’s U.S. House seat

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- South Dakota Democratic Party announce that Sheryl Johnson will be running for the U.S. House seat representating South Dakota. Johnson tells us about her background. Johnson is also a wife of a husband who served in the military. Johnson talks about her motivation for running in the U.S. House seat. Johnson criticizes… Read more »

Sheryl Johnson announce her candidacy for South Dakota’s U.S. House seat

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- South Dakota Democratic Party announce that Sheryl Johnson will be running for the U.S. House seat representating South Dakota. Johnson tells us about her background. Johnson is also a wife of a husband who served in the military. Johnson talks about her motivation for running in the U.S. House seat. Johnson criticizes… Read more »

2025 budget the main focus on the last day of the session

PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- South Dakota lawmakers are working up to the last minute to set next year’s budget. They have to finalize the spending plan by the end of the main run of the session, which is tomorrow. House Majority Leader Will Mortenson says it’s tight this year…and will be even tighter next year. Watertown Senator… Read more »

2025 budget the main focus on the last day of the session

PIERRE, S.D.(KELO)- South Dakota lawmakers are working up to the last minute to set next year’s budget. They have to finalize the spending plan by the end of the main run of the session, which is tomorrow. House Majority Leader Will Mortenson says it’s tight this year…and will be even tighter next year. Watertown Senator… Read more »

Pierre School Board reject bid for new high school Athletic Addition project

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- On a 4-1 vote, the Pierre School Board has rejected the bid for the proposed $15.7-million T.F. Riggs Athletic Addition project. Board member Dan Cronin said he supports addressing needs, but not with this particular project. Board member Joan Adam said along with the price tag, she’s concerned about pay increases for staff.… Read more »

Pierre School Board reject bid for new high school Athletic Addition project

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- On a 4-1 vote, the Pierre School Board has rejected the bid for the proposed $15.7-million T.F. Riggs Athletic Addition project. Board member Dan Cronin said he supports addressing needs, but not with this particular project. Board member Joan Adam said along with the price tag, she’s concerned about pay increases for staff.… Read more »

South Dakota to adopt Landowner Bill of Rights

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)–On Tuesday, Republican Majority Leaders announced the nation’s first Landowner Bill of Rights related to carbon dioxide pipeline projects, making South Dakota a leader in landowner protections throughout the nation. At the beginning of the 2024 Legislative Session, House Majority Leader Will Mortenson and Senate Majority Leader Casey Crabtree set out to protect… Read more »

South Dakota to adopt Landowner Bill of Rights

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)–On Tuesday, Republican Majority Leaders announced the nation’s first Landowner Bill of Rights related to carbon dioxide pipeline projects, making South Dakota a leader in landowner protections throughout the nation. At the beginning of the 2024 Legislative Session, House Majority Leader Will Mortenson and Senate Majority Leader Casey Crabtree set out to protect… Read more »