WASHINTON, D.C.(WNAX)- With Members of Congress back in Washington, debate will continue on a massive infrastructure bill. South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says republicans have moved on what they will support. President Biden rejected an offer from republicans following a meeting last week. Johnson says after that, a deal looks less likely. Johnson says any… Read more »
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Local governments looking for guidance on medical marijuana
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Local governments have been looking for help in coming up with medical marijuana controlling ordinances before it becomes legal on July first. Brian McGinnis with Planning District Three in Yankton has been working with local officials and says there are a couple of options now. McGinnis says some localities are going toward complete… Read more »
Molded Fiber Glass to close Aberdeen plant in August, 300 workers will lose their jobs
ABERDEEN, S.D.(AberdeenAmericanNews)- Molded Fiber Glass is closing its Aberdeen plant, according to a news release form the company. The plant broke ground in 2007 and has been dedicated to the production of wind turbine blades. “The closure comes as a result of changes in market conditions, foreign competition and proposed revisions to tax policies impacting… Read more »
Another gas line leak reported in Pierre
PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- The tally is now up to four after a contractor hit another gas line Tuesday in Pierre. Pierre Volunteer Fire Department chief Ian Paul says the contractor was doing curb and gutter project at the intersection of West Pleasant Drive and Oneida Avenue. The gas line break was caused by the same contractor… Read more »
Groton man identified in fatal crash north of Aberdeen
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – A Groton, S.D. man has been identified as the person who died late Friday night in a motorcycle-pickup crash north of Aberdeen. Preliminary crash information indicates that a 2020 Harley Davidson FLHTCSE2 motorcycle was southbound on 387th Avenue. A 2013 Dodge Ram pickup, going north on 387th Avenue, crossed into the… Read more »
Lake Benton, MN man charged with 3 counts of rape in Brookings County
BROOKINGS, S.D.(KJJQ)- A young man from Lake Benton, Minnesota is facing rape charges in Brookings County. Eighteen-year-old Tristen Simonsen is charged with one count of first degree rape and two counts of second degree rape, involving three different victims. Brookings County States Attorney Dan Nelson says it’s alleged that Simonsen would contact the female victims… Read more »
2 people found safe following a water search at Lake Oahe Monday
PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Two people were found unharmed after a water search Monday night on Lake Oahe about 15 miles north of Pierre/Fort Pierre. Pierre Volunteer Fire Department Rescue Squad chief Ian Paul says a jet ski with two riders went missing from the Spring Creek Recreation Area around 9:30pm. Paul says the missing jet skiers–… Read more »
Governor Noem’s response to questions asked Girl Staters last week in Vermillion
VERMILLION, S.D.(WNAX)- After Governor Kristi Noem wrapped up her speech to a general assembly at Girls State in Vermillion last week, she took questions from the delegates. One asked her if she planned to become the first female President in 2024. Noem says the state has unique qualities. Noem also told the delegates that her… Read more »
With COVID-19 cases dropping, doctors still encourage those to get vaccinated
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Despite active Covid-19 infections continuing to fall, health care professionals are still urging people to get vaccinated. Infection Control Specialist Liz Healy with Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton says while the vaccines are very good, an infection is still possible. Healy says more people need to be vaccinated to keep the Covid… Read more »
SD Dept of Health reports 1 new COVID-19 related death, over 50% state fully vaccinated
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 1 new COVID-related death, while active cases decreased & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 2,023. The state had 29 new cases and 41 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 229. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »