PIERRE, S.D. (Press Release) – Governor Kristi Noem has proclaimed November “Adoption Awareness Month” in South Dakota because all children in our state deserve to grow up in a strong family where they are loved and protected. “Adoption is one of the most important ways that we can strengthen families and raise children in a… Read more »
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Sanford Health postponing non-emergency surgeries
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Sanford Health is temporarily rescheduling non-emergency surgeries as it deals with an influx of coronavirus patients. Sanford Vice President of Operations Andy Munce said the move is a standard part of its surge plan to ensure it can maintain staffing and bed capacity for the patients who need it. The… Read more »
State sets record for COVID hospitalizations, adds eight more deaths
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state’s active COVID-19 infections increased by 50, there were eight new deaths, and hospitalizations connected to the virus set an all-time high with 480 according to totals released by the South Dakota Department of Health. The state now has 13,367 active cases (there were 11,188 one week ago). One day… Read more »
Aberdeen Chamber joins Mask Up South Dakota
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) – A group of 38 organizations in South Dakota, including the Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce, have joined to recommend and promote masking as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations surge throughout the state and wider region. They back a simple message of “Mask Up South Dakota” and a hash tag of #MaskUpSoDak.They… Read more »
New Jersey man identified in fatal crash near Kimball
KIMBALL, S.D. (Press Release) – A Warwick, N.J., man has been identified as the person who died late Thursday night in a two-vehicle crash near Kimball. A Peterbilt semi-truck and trailer was eastbound on Interstate 90 when it was struck by a 2014 Toyota 4 Runner SUV that was westbound in the eastbound lanes. Adrian… Read more »
Death of 1-year-old investigated in Vermillion
VERMILLION, S.D. (AP) — Police in Vermillion are investigating the death of a 1-year-old boy. Authorities say as of right now, they’re investigating it as a suspicious death. Police were called to a residence Monday afternoon for a report of a child not breathing. Once on the scene, authorities found the child had died. The… Read more »
Sioux Falls mayor says he likes masks, but not a mandate
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — The mayor of South Dakota’s largest city says he’s against a proposed ordinance that would require residents to wear face coverings because of the coronavirus. Sioux Falls City Councilor Curt Soehl is working on a measure that would require masks by all city residents in indoor situations where social distancing… Read more »
Aberdeen man arrested in connection with stabbing
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – An Aberdeen has been arrested following a stabbing Sunday night at a local casino. Tanner Jondahl, Captain with the Aberdeen Police Department, talked about the incident. He said authorities quickly identified a suspect who was then arrested on Monday. Cadotte was arrested for Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Parole Violation and Obstructing Law… Read more »
Aberdeen City Council approves mask resolution
ABERDEEN, S.D. (By Elisa Sand esand@aberdeennews.com) – After significant discussion Monday, a resolution that encourages mask use in Aberdeen was approved and is now in effect. The resolution is not a new law. There is no punishment for people who don’t wear masks. It merely states that since the state is in a declared health… Read more »
Aberdeen Regional Airport working on master plan
ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The Aberdeen Regional Airport is exploring a major renovation. The airport is currently working on a master plan. Rich Krokel, City Transportation Director, talked about some of the goals. He said the runway work would be a major undertaking. Krokel said that enplanements are up. The city added an extra flight… Read more »