News Category: Local News

SD BBB warn of scammers trying to exploit people looking to help the Hupp family

FORT PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Times of tragedy can bring out the best in people as they act quickly to provide support for those coping with the situation. Unfortunately, equally as quick to activate are scammers trying to take advantage of the situation and people’s desire to help. Jessie Schmidt is with the Better Business Bureau in… Read more »

SD BBB warn of scammers trying to exploit people looking to help the Hupp family

FORT PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Times of tragedy can bring out the best in people as they act quickly to provide support for those coping with the situation. Unfortunately, equally as quick to activate are scammers trying to take advantage of the situation and people’s desire to help. Jessie Schmidt is with the Better Business Bureau in… Read more »

Governor Noem launches Whistleblower Hotline for higher education

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Friday, Governor Kristi Noem announced a new whistleblower hotline for students, faculty, parents, and taxpayers to report concerns at institutions of higher education in South Dakota. These individuals can call 605-773-5916 to voice their concerns. “Our children are our future, and South Dakota universities and technical colleges should best prepare… Read more »

Governor Noem launches Whistleblower Hotline for higher education

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Friday, Governor Kristi Noem announced a new whistleblower hotline for students, faculty, parents, and taxpayers to report concerns at institutions of higher education in South Dakota. These individuals can call 605-773-5916 to voice their concerns. “Our children are our future, and South Dakota universities and technical colleges should best prepare… Read more »

Josh Haeder

South Dakota Treasurer express concerns about possible default on the debt crisis

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- With no agreement yet in site between Congress and the White House over the federal debt ceiling, there is concern about the spillover effects. South Dakota State Treasurer Josh Haeder says its hard to know all the impacts. Haeder says no one knows what could really happen. South Dakota has a “Triple A”… Read more »

South Dakota Treasurer express concerns about possible default on the debt crisis

Josh Haeder

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- With no agreement yet in site between Congress and the White House over the federal debt ceiling, there is concern about the spillover effects. South Dakota State Treasurer Josh Haeder says its hard to know all the impacts. Haeder says no one knows what could really happen. South Dakota has a “Triple A”… Read more »

SD Executive Board questions policy on E.S.G. investments

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- Members of the South Dakota legislature’s Executive Board questioned state policy concerning E.S.G. investments. Those are investments in companies that have high scores in environmental and social policies. State Investment Officer Matt Clark says they invest state dollars in all types of companies. Clark says they only look at potential value returned. Clark… Read more »

SD Executive Board questions policy on E.S.G. investments

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- Members of the South Dakota legislature’s Executive Board questioned state policy concerning E.S.G. investments. Those are investments in companies that have high scores in environmental and social policies. State Investment Officer Matt Clark says they invest state dollars in all types of companies. Clark says they only look at potential value returned. Clark… Read more »

Governor Noem challenges Board of Regents to improve higher education

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Thursday, Governor Kristi Noem challenged the South Dakota Board of Regents (BOR) to make South Dakota an example to the nation of what quality higher education should look like. In a letter to the Board, Governor Noem charged them with the responsibility of revitalizing the institutions under its control and… Read more »

Governor Noem challenges Board of Regents to improve higher education

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – On Thursday, Governor Kristi Noem challenged the South Dakota Board of Regents (BOR) to make South Dakota an example to the nation of what quality higher education should look like. In a letter to the Board, Governor Noem charged them with the responsibility of revitalizing the institutions under its control and… Read more »

Summer Study on Long Term Care held their first meeting Tuesday

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The “Study Committee on Sustainable Models for Long Term Care” of the South Dakota legislature held its first meeting of the interim Tuesday. Committee Chair, Senator Jean Hunhoff of Yankton, laid out her vision for the committee. Hunhoff says they need to gather a lot of information. Hunhoff says they will split into… Read more »

Summer Study on Long Term Care held their first meeting Tuesday

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The “Study Committee on Sustainable Models for Long Term Care” of the South Dakota legislature held its first meeting of the interim Tuesday. Committee Chair, Senator Jean Hunhoff of Yankton, laid out her vision for the committee. Hunhoff says they need to gather a lot of information. Hunhoff says they will split into… Read more »

Congressman Johnson applauds SCOTUS ruling on Sackett v. EPA

WASHINGTON, D.C.(Press Release) – On Thursday, U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) issued a statement following the Supreme Court’s decision in Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) affecting the Biden Administration’s Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Sacketts, protecting farmers, ranchers, small businesses, and rural communities across… Read more »

Congressman Johnson applauds SCOTUS ruling on Sackett v. EPA

WASHINGTON, D.C.(Press Release) – On Thursday, U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) issued a statement following the Supreme Court’s decision in Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) affecting the Biden Administration’s Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Sacketts, protecting farmers, ranchers, small businesses, and rural communities across… Read more »

20th Wheel Jam coming up on June 1-4 in Huron

HURON, S.D.(KOKK)- The 2023 South Dakota State Fair in Huron is under 100 days away.  An annual early Summer event reaches its 20th scheduled year.  Wheel Jam 2023 run June 1st through the 4th.  We hear an update from Candi Briley with the SD State Fair. All of the fun of Wheel Jam goes along… Read more »

20th Wheel Jam coming up on June 1-4 in Huron

HURON, S.D.(KOKK)- The 2023 South Dakota State Fair in Huron is under 100 days away.  An annual early Summer event reaches its 20th scheduled year.  Wheel Jam 2023 run June 1st through the 4th.  We hear an update from Candi Briley with the SD State Fair. All of the fun of Wheel Jam goes along… Read more »

Travel to be high over Memorial Day holiday weekend

MITCHELL, S.D.(KMIT)- The Memorial Day holiday weekend is normally a popular traveling time, and this year will be no exception according to Rylie Mansuetti (man-sue-etty) with AAA. She says those numbers are an increase from 2022. For those who plan to drive to their Memorial Day destination, Mansuetti says gas prices are down from last… Read more »

Travel to be high over Memorial Day holiday weekend

MITCHELL, S.D.(KMIT)- The Memorial Day holiday weekend is normally a popular traveling time, and this year will be no exception according to Rylie Mansuetti (man-sue-etty) with AAA. She says those numbers are an increase from 2022. For those who plan to drive to their Memorial Day destination, Mansuetti says gas prices are down from last… Read more »

License Plate Decals for May due Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- This Wednesday, May 31st is the deadline to renew license plate decals for May. Brown County Treasurer Patty VanMeter provides the letters for this month. Brown County offices will be closed Monday for the Memorial Day Holiday.

License Plate Decals for May due Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- This Wednesday, May 31st is the deadline to renew license plate decals for May. Brown County Treasurer Patty VanMeter provides the letters for this month. Brown County offices will be closed Monday for the Memorial Day Holiday.