COLMAN, S.D.(WNAX)- Sioux Valley Energy, based in Colman, is in the middle of a major rebuild of its electric distribution system.  Through this fall the cooperative has spent almost fifteen million dollars for new substations and putting power lines underground. Chief of Operations and Engineering Ted Smith says they need a balance of underground and… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- Commercial passenger traffic at Pierre Regional Airport continues to grow.  Airport Liaison to the Pierre City Commission Jamie Huizenga says November’s enplanements at P-I-R have been the best yet. Exactly 100 more people flew from Pierre in November than October which had 2374 passengers.  Officially 15-thousand 587 enplanements have been logged in 2021. … Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- The Hughes County Commission has agreed with a plan to shore up the nursing staff at the Hughes County Jail.  Sheriff Patrick Callahan says the nursing shortage is affecting the jail too. Callahan says he’s been working on a plan with Correctional Healthcare Associates for some time. The tele-health option would provide 24/seven… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday at the Johnson Fine Art Center on NSU’s campus held the Big Ideas Competition.  The competition consists of high school students from South Dakota and across the country talking about different businesses. Here’s the list of winners. Partners in Business Becky Hubsch (Groton Area) Donna Herrick (Aberdeen Roncalli) Shauna Severson (Bowdle)… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- With just over two weeks left to go until Christmas, The Aberdeen Salvation Army is asking for the community’s help to push its annual Red Kettle Campaign over the top. The most recent fundraising report shows the Aberdeen Red Kettle Campaign is down versus where it was at the same time last year. Christmastime donations to The Salvation Army are critically important, since they make it possible for our Corps (service units) to carry out their mission to serve those in need—both during the holiday season and year-round.  The needs funded by these donations are vital; they range from providing food and utility-bill assistance amid the lingering pandemic to supporting youth programs and more. The overall 2021 Red Kettle Campaign goal for Aberdeen Corps is $74,600. Donations can be made at Salvation Army red kettles in the area, or online at aberdeenredkettle.org, or by sending a check to: The Salvation Army of Aberdeen 1003 6th Ave SW Aberdeen, SD 57401   Plus:  volunteers are still needed to ring the bells at area kettles.  People wishing to volunteer can go to registertoring.com to sign up for a convenient location and shift time.   The Salvation Army greatly appreciates the community’s support!

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –  An Aberdeen, S.D. man has been identified as the person who died in a one-vehicle crash that occurred Friday, Nov. 26, north of Pierre. Preliminary crash information indicates that a 2019 Mazda CX-5 was southbound on South Dakota Highway 1804 when the vehicle entered the west ditch, re-entered the highway, entered… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C.(KOTA)- South Dakota Republican Senator Mike Rounds is back in Washington DC following the passing of his wife of over forty years Jean last month. While there is much work to do in a deeply divided congress, Rounds took the time to highlight his colleagues as he returns to the Capitol. Among the first… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- A “Holiday Celebration for Youth” is scheduled to be held at the Aberdeen Civic Arena on Monday, December 13 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.  Youths of all ages are welcome to participate in fun holiday activities.   The event is sponsored by the Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department with special assistance from… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 9 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,384. The state had 627 new cases and 513 recoveries, increasing active infections to 7,752. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus is… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – The Dakota Prairie Youth Orchestra will present their first ever concert on Saturday, Dec. 11, at 3 p.m. in Krikac Auditorium on the campus of Northern State University in Aberdeen, S.D. The concert is free and open to the public. Under the direction of Dr. Christopher Stanichar, NSU Assistant Professor, DPYO… Read more »