BROOKINGS, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Board of Regents has laid out a “back to normal” plan for the six state universities for this fall. South Dakota State University President Barry Dunn says it will be a great relief. Dunn says everything they do is designed to function with students on campus. Dunn says they have… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release)– Governor Kristi Noem has proclaimed April as Child Abuse Prevention Month to help bring an end to abuse and neglect in South Dakota. The Department of Social Services (DSS) is asking everyone to be vigilant in watching for signs of a problem. “The Department of Social Services is focused on protecting children… Read more »

ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Lamont Companies is hosting the first mixer of 2021 on Thursday, April 8th at the Dakota Event Center! We are working together to ensure a comfortable environment for everyone who wishes to attend. Mask and hand sanitizer will be available and masks are recommended while in line and visiting member tables. There… Read more »

NEMO, S.D.(KOTA & KBHB)- As the Rapid City area fires continue to be tamed, most evacuees have been allowed back into their homes for the first time since being forced out by flames. The evacuations came with little warning, but appear to have been useful, as no injuries or deaths have been reported at this… Read more »

OMAHA, N.E.(WNAX)- For a 10th straight month, the Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index, a leading economic indicator for the nine-state region stretching from Minnesota and the Dakotas to Arkansas, remained above growth neutral. Ernie Goss, director of Creighton University’s Economic Forecasting Group, says the index dropped slightly. Goss says many businesses are dealing with… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- While attention is focused on finishing out a challenging academic year, many schools are already looking ahead to next fall. Marc Long, President of Mount Marty University in Yankton, says they are seeing increased student interest. Mount Marty will field a varsity football team for the first time this fall. Long says their… Read more »

STURGIS, S.D.(KBHB) – South Dakota Senator John Thune visited Sturgis Wednesday, speaking with area business leaders before touring the vaccination site at Monument Health. Thune visited with area leaders at the community center, where he spoke about current events in Washington and his thoughts on the new administration. Among the questions asked was the rising… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- South Dakota House legislators had one vetoed bill to consider Monday when they gathered in Pierre for the final day of the 2021 Legislative Session. The House had to take action on Gov. Kristi Noem’s Style or Form Veto of HB1217 what’s become known as the transgender, fairness in women’s sports bill. District… Read more »

KIMBALL, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota State Railroad Board earlier this year sold the MRC rail line to Watco Transportation Service, a leading short line rail company. The line, from Mitchell to Presho, will be operated by Ringneck & Western Railroad. Todd Yeaton, Manager of Gavillon Grain in Kimball, and former Chairman of the state Railroad… Read more »