News Category: Local News

Ethanol CEO reflects on EPA decision

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (WNAX) – The Environmental Protection Agency followed through with President Trump’s directive and denied the 67 gap small refiner waiver requests from the renewable fuel standard. American Coalition for Ethanol CEO Brian Jennings (of Sioux Falls) says denying those is what the law itself requires and what the 10th circuit court confirmed… Read more »

Ethanol CEO reflects on EPA decision

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (WNAX) – The Environmental Protection Agency followed through with President Trump’s directive and denied the 67 gap small refiner waiver requests from the renewable fuel standard. American Coalition for Ethanol CEO Brian Jennings (of Sioux Falls) says denying those is what the law itself requires and what the 10th circuit court confirmed… Read more »

Snake shorts substation, causing power outage in Aberdeen

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – A snake dropped by a bird was the culprit in a power outage on the north side of Aberdeen earlier this afternoon. Power was out for about an hour after a city substation was damaged, according to Tom Glanzer, Community Relations Manager with Northwestern Energy. He said it was a snake… Read more »

Snake shorts substation, causing power outage in Aberdeen

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – A snake dropped by a bird was the culprit in a power outage on the north side of Aberdeen earlier this afternoon. Power was out for about an hour after a city substation was damaged, according to Tom Glanzer, Community Relations Manager with Northwestern Energy. He said it was a snake… Read more »

Fort Pierre dealing with water issues

FORT PIERRE, S.D. (KCCR) – A Mni Wiconi Rural Water System trunk line through Fort Pierre is repaired, but city officials say a water restriction is still in place until further notice. Fort Pierre Mayor Gloria Hanson says crews worked long hours to get the leaky line fixed. The line feeds all of Fort Pierre’s… Read more »

Fort Pierre dealing with water issues

FORT PIERRE, S.D. (KCCR) – A Mni Wiconi Rural Water System trunk line through Fort Pierre is repaired, but city officials say a water restriction is still in place until further notice. Fort Pierre Mayor Gloria Hanson says crews worked long hours to get the leaky line fixed. The line feeds all of Fort Pierre’s… Read more »

Martin man identified in fatal crash south of Martin

MARTIN, S.D. (Press Release) – A Martin man has been identified as the person who died Saturday afternoon in a one-vehicle crash south of Martin. A 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup was southbound on South Dakota Highway 73 when the driver lost control. The vehicle eventually went into the east ditch and rolled. Kiel Cook,… Read more »

Martin man identified in fatal crash south of Martin

MARTIN, S.D. (Press Release) – A Martin man has been identified as the person who died Saturday afternoon in a one-vehicle crash south of Martin. A 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup was southbound on South Dakota Highway 73 when the driver lost control. The vehicle eventually went into the east ditch and rolled. Kiel Cook,… Read more »

Man wanted in shootings arrested after early-morning search

RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — Pennington County Sheriff’s Office officials say they’re arrested a South Dakota man accused of shooting one man and injuring another. Twenty-two-year-old Jamys Flying Horse, of Rapid City, was taken into custody about around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday on charges of first degree murder, attempted first degree murder and commission of felony… Read more »

Man wanted in shootings arrested after early-morning search

RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — Pennington County Sheriff’s Office officials say they’re arrested a South Dakota man accused of shooting one man and injuring another. Twenty-two-year-old Jamys Flying Horse, of Rapid City, was taken into custody about around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday on charges of first degree murder, attempted first degree murder and commission of felony… Read more »

Eight new COVID-related deaths in South Dakota

PIERRE, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported its highest single day COVID-19 related death total since the pandemic began with eight new deaths, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health today. The deaths, which included five people in the 80 or older category, one in the 70-79 range, and two in… Read more »

Eight new COVID-related deaths in South Dakota

PIERRE, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – The state reported its highest single day COVID-19 related death total since the pandemic began with eight new deaths, according to figures released by the South Dakota Department of Health today. The deaths, which included five people in the 80 or older category, one in the 70-79 range, and two in… Read more »

Aberdeen woman among those honored with Governor’s Award

PIERRE, S.D. (KCCR) – The 2020 Governor’s Awards were presented to seven individuals and businesses across the state to recognize their contributions toward the rehabilitation and employment of people with disabilities. Governor Kristi Noem presented the awards in the State Capitol Rotunda and says South Dakota has made progress in advancing opportunities for the disabled.… Read more »

Aberdeen woman among those honored with Governor’s Award

PIERRE, S.D. (KCCR) – The 2020 Governor’s Awards were presented to seven individuals and businesses across the state to recognize their contributions toward the rehabilitation and employment of people with disabilities. Governor Kristi Noem presented the awards in the State Capitol Rotunda and says South Dakota has made progress in advancing opportunities for the disabled.… Read more »

Appointments required for drive-up COVID testing at Avera

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) — As hospitalization rates increase across South Dakota, Avera health professionals are encouraging everyone to review the basics of COVID-19 awareness and prevention. Anyone experiencing symptoms should call the local Avera COVID Hotline at 605-622-8690. If Aberdeen Family Physicians is closed, you may also call 1-877-AT-AVERA. However, you should only visit… Read more »

Appointments required for drive-up COVID testing at Avera

ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) — As hospitalization rates increase across South Dakota, Avera health professionals are encouraging everyone to review the basics of COVID-19 awareness and prevention. Anyone experiencing symptoms should call the local Avera COVID Hotline at 605-622-8690. If Aberdeen Family Physicians is closed, you may also call 1-877-AT-AVERA. However, you should only visit… Read more »

One killed, two injured in crash in Mobridge

MOBRIDGE, S.D. (Press Release) – One person died and two others were injured in a one-vehicle crash Tuesday night in Mobridge. Names of the three juveniles involved are not being released pending notification of family members. A 1997 Ford F50 pickup was southbound on 10th Avenue West when the female driver, 16, lost control of… Read more »

One killed, two injured in crash in Mobridge

MOBRIDGE, S.D. (Press Release) – One person died and two others were injured in a one-vehicle crash Tuesday night in Mobridge. Names of the three juveniles involved are not being released pending notification of family members. A 1997 Ford F50 pickup was southbound on 10th Avenue West when the female driver, 16, lost control of… Read more »

NSU to celebrate Constitution Day Thursday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Northern State will once again be celebrating Constitution Day. The event will take place on Thursday, Sept. 17, which coincides with the original date of the signing of the U.S. Constitution. NSU History Professor Ric Dias talked about the event. There will be a variety of activities around campus, plus individuals… Read more »

NSU to celebrate Constitution Day Thursday

ABERDEEN, S.D. (HubCityRadio.com) – Northern State will once again be celebrating Constitution Day. The event will take place on Thursday, Sept. 17, which coincides with the original date of the signing of the U.S. Constitution. NSU History Professor Ric Dias talked about the event. There will be a variety of activities around campus, plus individuals… Read more »