Aberdeen, SD(Press Release) – On Saturday, April 3, Allevity Entertainment is offering Aberdeen residents an opportunity to enjoy a day full of family fun at their indoor entertainment center to celebrate the Easter holiday. Allevity is offering a special package that includes a $5 arcade game card, 30 minutes of unlimited attractions and a free… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- Among the bills signed by South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem this week was HB1212, which is titled “to clarify the use of force.” Representative Caleb Finck of Tripp was a co-sponsor and says the bill came from self defense instructors. Finck says the bill builds on previous self defense legislation. Some have called… Read more »

YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- Former South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley, who has announced he wants the job back, has now been endorsed by 59 out of the 66 county states attorneys. He says he appreciates that confidence. Current Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg faces a court date in May over charges connected to the death of Joe… Read more »

CLARK, S.D. (Rress Release) – One person died Friday night in a one-vehicle crash northwest of Clark. The name of the person involved is not yet being released pending notification of family members. Preliminary crash information indicates that a 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante was westbound on 171st Avenue, near the intersection with 417th Avenue, when the… Read more »

WAUBAY, S.D.(Press Release) – A 61-year-old female died Friday morning in a two-vehicle crash west of Waubay. Names of the two people involved are not yet being released pending notification of family members. Preliminary crash information indicates a 2007 Lincoln MKZ Sedan was westbound on Highway 12 when it crossed the center line and into… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported 5 new COVID-related deaths, while active cases decreased & hospitalizations increased, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The death total currently at 1,933. The state had 248 new cases and 280 recoveries, decreasing active infections to 2,443. Those hospitalized in connection with the… Read more »

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(WNAX)- Bovine tuberculosis has been confirmed in a South Dakota cattle herd for the first time since 2017. State Veterinarian Dr. Dustin (oh-duh-koh-vun) Oedekoven says the infection was discovered after the cow was sold. He says upon further investigation they found more animals in that herd in Corson County had contracted the disease.… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- South Dakota legislators return to Pierre Monday for the final day of the 2021 session. While medical marijuana is not on the agenda, there may be some discussion.  House Majority Leader Kent Peterson of Salem says there are concerns about the lack of structure around the program which will start July first. Peterson… Read more »

PIERRE, S.D.(WNAX)- After spiking to over nine percent at the start of the pandemic last spring, South Dakotas unemployment rate has dropped back down below three percent. That has many businesses and manufacturers scrambling to find workers again. Dave Owen, President of the state Chamber of Commerce and Industry, says its still a matter of… Read more »