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Senator Rounds discuss USA Beef Act, restoring integrity to “Product of USA” label

WASHINGTON, D.C.(DRGNews)- South Dakota Senators Mike Rounds and John Thune are members of a bipartisan group introducing the Product of the USA Beef Act. Rounds says the bill limits the use of the “Product of the USA” label only to beef products that are born, raised and slaughtered in the United States. Rounds says it’s… Read more »

Senator Rounds discuss USA Beef Act, restoring integrity to “Product of USA” label

WASHINGTON, D.C.(DRGNews)- South Dakota Senators Mike Rounds and John Thune are members of a bipartisan group introducing the Product of the USA Beef Act. Rounds says the bill limits the use of the “Product of the USA” label only to beef products that are born, raised and slaughtered in the United States. Rounds says it’s… Read more »

House Rep Carl Perry provides a recap of the Medical Marijuana meeting that took place Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Thursday, District 3 Representative Carl Perry appeared on KSDN to talk about the Medical Marijuana meeting that took place Wednesday in Pierre. Prior to that we talked about his time at the cultivation farms & dispensaries in Des Moines, IA & Flandreau, SD. Perry talked about the experience he gained from his… Read more »

House Rep Carl Perry provides a recap of the Medical Marijuana meeting that took place Wednesday

ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Thursday, District 3 Representative Carl Perry appeared on KSDN to talk about the Medical Marijuana meeting that took place Wednesday in Pierre. Prior to that we talked about his time at the cultivation farms & dispensaries in Des Moines, IA & Flandreau, SD. Perry talked about the experience he gained from his… Read more »

Older trees also needs assistance in drought conditions

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Because of the drought, many people are diligently watering lawns, gardens and  young trees to keep things green and growing. But, Art Smith with East Pierre Landscape and Garden Center says established trees need to be watered too– and what comes out of your lawn sprinklers doesn’t count. How much to water your… Read more »

Older trees also needs assistance in drought conditions

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Because of the drought, many people are diligently watering lawns, gardens and  young trees to keep things green and growing. But, Art Smith with East Pierre Landscape and Garden Center says established trees need to be watered too– and what comes out of your lawn sprinklers doesn’t count. How much to water your… Read more »

SD Board of Regent could decide on missions for their universities

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Board of Regents may decide on a mission for each of the six state universities. That’s one of the offshoots of the ongoing SB55 task force. A bill passed in last years legislature directs the Regents to come up with operating efficiencies for the six campuses. Regents Vice President for… Read more »

SD Board of Regent could decide on missions for their universities

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Board of Regents may decide on a mission for each of the six state universities. That’s one of the offshoots of the ongoing SB55 task force. A bill passed in last years legislature directs the Regents to come up with operating efficiencies for the six campuses. Regents Vice President for… Read more »

National Grid Renewables looking at possible solar electric generating project in McCook County

GRANT TOWNSHIP, S.D.(WNAX)- A national renewable energy company is exploring McCook County in eastern South Dakota as the possible location of a large solar electric generating project. McCook County Planning and Zoning Administrator Cori Kaufmann says the company, National Grid Renewables, has not officially filed any applications. Lindsay Smith, a spokesperson for National Grid, says,… Read more »

National Grid Renewables looking at possible solar electric generating project in McCook County

GRANT TOWNSHIP, S.D.(WNAX)- A national renewable energy company is exploring McCook County in eastern South Dakota as the possible location of a large solar electric generating project. McCook County Planning and Zoning Administrator Cori Kaufmann says the company, National Grid Renewables, has not officially filed any applications. Lindsay Smith, a spokesperson for National Grid, says,… Read more »

Federal Reserve Board see no changes in interest rates, more concern about inflation

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- At their last meeting the Federal Reserve Board indicated no changes soon in their key interest rates, but inflation was mentioned as a future issue. South Dakota Bankers Association President Karl Adam says changing Covid-19 infections may also play a part. Adam says federal spending will also play a role in inflation and… Read more »

Federal Reserve Board see no changes in interest rates, more concern about inflation

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- At their last meeting the Federal Reserve Board indicated no changes soon in their key interest rates, but inflation was mentioned as a future issue. South Dakota Bankers Association President Karl Adam says changing Covid-19 infections may also play a part. Adam says federal spending will also play a role in inflation and… Read more »

Governor Noem statement on Board of Regents draft policy restricting CRT in colleges, universities

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Today, Governor Kristi Noem released the following statement in response to the South Dakota Board of Regents’ approval of a draft policy restricting the teaching of Critical Race Theory at state colleges and universities: “I am grateful the Board of Regents is taking steps to address this divisive subject and limit its… Read more »

Governor Noem statement on Board of Regents draft policy restricting CRT in colleges, universities

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Today, Governor Kristi Noem released the following statement in response to the South Dakota Board of Regents’ approval of a draft policy restricting the teaching of Critical Race Theory at state colleges and universities: “I am grateful the Board of Regents is taking steps to address this divisive subject and limit its… Read more »

Brown County Commission will consider bids to assist with jail needs assessment

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Brown County has its choice of five bids from firms seeking to help with a needs assessment for the jail. Bids to provide owner representation services were opened Tuesday at the county commission meeting, but no decision was made and few details were discussed. Owner representation is a service that ensures that… Read more »

Brown County Commission will consider bids to assist with jail needs assessment

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Brown County has its choice of five bids from firms seeking to help with a needs assessment for the jail. Bids to provide owner representation services were opened Tuesday at the county commission meeting, but no decision was made and few details were discussed. Owner representation is a service that ensures that… Read more »

Members of the Fort Pierre Volunteer Fire Department aiding in the wildfires out west

FORT PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Three members of the Fort Pierre Volunteer Fire Department have gone west to help fight wildfires in Washington state. Chief Justin Jones, assistant chief Tye Odden (odd-en) and firefighter Trey Stroup (stroop) were initially assigned to the Sherwood Fire, but Odden says they’ve been reassigned to the Green Ridge Fire. Odden says… Read more »

Members of the Fort Pierre Volunteer Fire Department aiding in the wildfires out west

FORT PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Three members of the Fort Pierre Volunteer Fire Department have gone west to help fight wildfires in Washington state. Chief Justin Jones, assistant chief Tye Odden (odd-en) and firefighter Trey Stroup (stroop) were initially assigned to the Sherwood Fire, but Odden says they’ve been reassigned to the Green Ridge Fire. Odden says… Read more »

Budweiser Clydesdales the feature attraction in day 1 of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

STURGIS, S.D. – The 81st Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally will officially open Friday with a parade that will be headlined by the world famous Budweiser Clydesdales. The majestic horses are actually scheduled to make several appearances in the area during this year’s Rally. On Friday, the Clydesdales will parade up Main Street to Harley Davidson… Read more »

Budweiser Clydesdales the feature attraction in day 1 of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

STURGIS, S.D. – The 81st Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally will officially open Friday with a parade that will be headlined by the world famous Budweiser Clydesdales. The majestic horses are actually scheduled to make several appearances in the area during this year’s Rally. On Friday, the Clydesdales will parade up Main Street to Harley Davidson… Read more »