PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- Legislators on the interim Joint Appropriations Committee of the South Dakota legislature debated the future of the six state universities at the meeting last week. That came during discussion of the “SB55 Task Force” that is studying the Regents and the administration of the schools. Representative Steven Haugaard of Sioux Falls questioned the… Read more »
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SD DOT to post signs regarding weight limits on bridges near interstates
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Department of Transportation will be posting signs on twenty-one bridges on and near interstates due to a federal requirement on emergency vehicle weight limits. David Coley, a D.O.T. bridge management engineer, says the rules allow some of those vehicles to exceed current limits at times. Coley says large emergency vehicles… Read more »
Recap of Wednesday’s SD Dept of Health press briefing regarding COVID-19
PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday, the South Dakota Department of Health held a press briefing updating the public on COVID-19. State epidemiologist Josh Clayton compared the number of cases per day last week was lowered than two weeks ago. Dr. Clayton updated us the Johnson & Johnson vaccine that’s now being used in South Dakota. 15… Read more »
Aberdeen Park, Rec, & Forestry schedule Summer Registration Kickoff Day for Tuesday, May 4th
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department has scheduled Summer Registration Kickoff Day for summer activities for Tuesday, May 4, beginning at 7:00 a.m. There are 3 ways to register: Online at https://webtracaberdeensd.us By phone with a debit or credit card: 626-7015 from 7am – 5pm Walk-in at The ARCC, 225 3rd… Read more »
South Dakota Supreme Court heard arguments today on recreational marijuana
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday over the constitutionality of “Amendment A” that legalized recreational marijuana and was approved by voters last November. Brendan Johnson, lawyer for the supporters, pointed to the foundation of the state and the writing of the state constitution as the backing for their amendment. Johnson says… Read more »
SD Dept of Health reports 1 new COVID-19 related death
PIERRE, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 1 new COVID-related death, while active cases & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 1,962. The state had 170 new cases and 145 recoveries, increasing active infections to 1,789. Those hospitalized in connection with the virus… Read more »
Brookings city council vote to end mask mandate Friday
BROOKINGS, S.D.(KJJQ)- What had been a mask mandate in Brookings, in place since September, will now become a recommendation. The City Council took that action last night. City Manager Paul Briseno says city staff agrees with moving to recommendations. Briseno says the intention of extending the mask mandate was to protect those most vulnerable. He… Read more »
SD Legislators still determining how to spend money from American Rescue Plan
PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- The Executive Board of the South Dakota legislature has appointed a committee to oversee and offer guidance on spending priorities for billions more of federal dollars coming to the state. Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Jean Hunhoff of Yankton, who will be on that committee, says last year’s experiences will guide them. Hunhoff says… Read more »
Yankton getting ordiance ready for medical marijuana
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The Yankton City Commission had another work session Monday night refining an ordinance controlling the sales of medical marijuana. City Attorney Ross Den Herder outlined how a person will get a medical marijuana prescription. Den Herder says the city’s role will be setting guidelines for dispensary’s to operate legally. Den Herder says the… Read more »
Water to be off Wednesday April 28th on N Main & 9th Ave
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Beginning at approximately 8:30 AM on Wednesday, April 28th, 2021, water will be off in the following areas to install a fire hydrant: North Main Street from 9th Avenue to 10th Avenue … Read more »