PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- A bill backed by Governor Kristi Noem that would greatly expand camping sites in Custer State Park has run into heavy opposition in the legislature. Senate Minority Leader Troy Heinert of Mission says the expansion is an intrusion into a wildlife area. Heinert says it’s a bad plan all around. Heinert says the… Read more »
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Highlights of the Cracker Barrel session that took place Saturday
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- The Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce hosted the first of three cracker barrel sessions Saturday at Northern State University. Legislators from District 1, 2. 3. & 23 were represented. NSU President Neal Schnoor talked one of the bills the school is trying to get through this legislative session. District 3 Senator Al Novstrup talks… Read more »
Electric Cooperatives holding steady despite rising energy costs
MARION, S.D.(WNAX)- Despite rising energy costs, many electric cooperatives are holding the line on rate increases to their customers. Brad Schardin, Manager of Southeastern Electric, based in Marion, says their power supplier, Basin Electric, has been able to quickly diversify the power production mix. Schardin says they haven’t had a substantial rate increase for several… Read more »
Community Champions Luncheon celebrates local leaders
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce’s 17th annual Community Champions Awards will be held on Tuesday, February 8th from 11 am to 1 pm in the Kessler’s Champions Club, Barnett Center, Northern State University campus. The luncheon is hosted by the Chamber’s Ambassador Committee and sponsored by the Aberdeen Area Chamber… Read more »
SD Dept of Health reports 9 new COVID-19 related deaths
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 9 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases decreased & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,637. The state had 1,145 new cases and 2,242 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 33,647. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »
SB46(Fairness in Womens Sports) debated on the SD House Floor
PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews & WNAX)- Political leaders in Pierre had mixed reactions to republican Governor Kristi Noem’s Chief-of-Staff using a comparison of the issue of transgender athletes competing in girls or women’s sports to terrorism. Mark Miller made the comment during testimony before the House State Affairs Committee Wednesday on SB46. House democratic leader Jamie Smith… Read more »
Governor Noem introduces more bills to the legislature
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem says she is introducing more bills into the legislative session. She says a set of bills will deal with vaccinations and exemptions. Noem says people need to have choices for their own protection. Noem says another bill will cut more fees and taxes. Her bill to mandate a… Read more »
Dakota State University to expand cyber research
MADISON, S.D.(WNAX)- Dakota State University, based in Madison, has announced a major expansion in cyber research. DSU President Jose’ Marie-Griffiths says its part of a bold vision. Marie-Griffiths says the ninety million dollar plan includes expansions, construction and new employees in Madison and Sioux Falls. Marie-Griffiths says the Sioux Falls facility will be built on… Read more »
Vermillion man express interests in running for Governor
VERMILLION, S.D.(WNAX)- A Vermillion man is taking the first steps to become a democratic candidate for Governor. Barry Hulse has filed campaign paperwork with the Secretary of States Office. He says its time for a different direction for the state. Hulse says state government has been on the same path for quite a while. While… Read more »
NDN Collective talks about money received from the Bush Foundation
RAPID CITY, S.D.(KOTA)- Late last year, NDN Collective announced they were the recipient of a $50 million dollar grant from the Bush Foundation – money they intend to redistribute to Indigenous individuals in a three-state region. Helping lead this effort is the groups newest hire – Terri Peterson, who will serve in the role of… Read more »