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South Dakota I-29 Closed After Record Rains, Flooding
After a weekend of record rainfall and flooding a portion of Interstate 29 in southeast South Dakota has closed, according to state officials. As of Sunday, June 23, the northbound and southbound lanes on Interstate 29 from Exit 2 to Exit 9 in southeast South Dakota were closed as the Big Sioux River was predicted to crest and is expected to send a significant amount of water into low-lying areas of the far corner of the state.
Grave of Brutal Murderer Is In Historic Sioux Falls Cemetery
It was just before Halloween in 1893 when this prominent businessman committed these horrific murders in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. What has been described as the “most awful tragedy” in the city of Sioux Falls occurred on October 22, 1893. Harry Lacey walked into his mother-in-law's house and...
This Small Minnesota Town Raising Money To Buy Wizard Of Oz Shoes
There's no place like home! This small Minnesota town is trying to bring Dorothy's Wizard Of Oz ruby red slippers back home after they were mysteriously stolen. The small town of Grand Rapids, Minnesota, the birthplace of legendary actress Judy Garland, is rallying to bring a piece of Hollywood history back home.
After Decades Playing Robin, Burt Ward is the Now the ‘Canine Crusader’
You've undoubtedly seen (or heard) him voice Robin, Batman's loyal sidekick, most notably on the 1960s TV series that invited the Dark Knight into the homes of millions for the duration of three seasons and 120 episodes. Now, the "Boy Wonder" is on a new mission: helping dogs and cats live a longer, healthier life.
What Is World UFO Day All About?
Space in general has always been fascinating to me, and along with that, the idea that we're not alone. I have witnessed and reported unidentified objects in the past, and still don't know what I saw when I was younger. With all of the sightings witnessed over the years, from so many people around the globe, enthusiasts have started World UFO Day.
WATCH: 2 of Elvis Presley’s Last Concerts Were in South Dakota
Elvis Presley. The undisputed King of Rock n' Roll, performed his last concert on June 26, 1977, in Indianapolis. A few days earlier, on June 21st, he performed in Rapid City, South Dakota. On June 22, 1977, Elvis performed in Sioux Falls wearing his Mexican Sundial Suit which he would...
What is Heat Stroke and How to Prevent it During a Hot South Dakota Summer
Hot summer weather in South Dakota can mean a good time outside at the lake or in the backyard. But, too much of that heat can lead to serious problems. Whether you're playing or working, here are some tips and info about staying safe. When it's hot, and especially when...
Minnesota Leading Effort to Make Bald Eagle America’s Official Bird
While everyone assumes that the Bald Eagle holds some kind of special status as the "official bird of America", that actually isn't the case, and Minnesota is leading an effort to change that. The National Eagle Center, located in Wabasha, MN, has teamed up with U.S. Senators and Members of...
Minnesota Towns With The Most Unusual Names
With a history as rich and diverse as the state of Minnesota, the state has acquired several towns with unique names over the years. However, the meaning behind some of the names of these communities is much different than what you would expect. Only in Your State Minnesota made a...
Iowa DNR Shares Info On At Least 6 Black Bears Roaming the State
Black Bears are on the move in the Hawkeye State. Earlier this week, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources shared some information on some black bears roaming throughout Eastern Iowa. Multiple sightings of black bears have been reported in Iowa in recent weeks, including in Cedar and Dubuque Counties. Once...
See Live Cam Of Furious Flooded Falls At Falls Park Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, South Dakota has seen catastrophic flooding over the last 3 days and people are flocking to the city's namesake to see the water rage over Falls Park. Parts of South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa have seen over 15 inches of rain in just 3 days and the flooding is massive.
Several New Laws Will Take Effect in Iowa on July 1st
Each and every year, several new laws go into effect in states all across the US. Some laws go into effect in the middle point of the year. This year alone, Governor Kim Reynolds signed more than 180 bills into law, with many set to go into effect next week, on July 1st, 2024.
Crazy 3 Day Rainfall Amounts In Minnesota, Iowa, and South Dakota!
While portions of Minnesota, Iowa, and South Dakota are trying to deal with massive flooding here are some of the unbelievable rainfall amounts that have devastated the tri-state area. Roads are closed, homes are flooded, farms are underwater, and towns are devastated across southeastern South Dakota, southwestern Minnesota, and northwestern...
RED CROSS Shelters Open In Northwest Iowa Assisting Flood Victims
Flooding is widespread in the tri-state area as extreme rains have flooded streets, neighborhoods, fields, and some interstate highways in South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa. In a statement from the Red Cross out of Sioux City, Iowa, the agency mobilized volunteers and resources to support those affected by the flooding in Northwest Iowa.
Rain Creates South Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa Detours
The rain EVENT we've been dealing with over the past few days has create a mess. There are loads of detours to deal with. One of the latest is 57th street in Sioux Falls at the interstate tunnel just west of Western Avenue. Sioux Falls is not the only wet...
Fishermen in Mississippi Heroically Save 38 Dogs from Drowning in Lake
Three men fishing in Mississippi were in the right place at the right time. Bob Gist and his friend Brad Carlisle met in Memphis to travel to Grenada Lake for a fishing trip. They expected to catch fish, not a massive pack of lost dogs. Three Dozen Dogs Found Treading...
New Minnesota Company Now Offering Lefse With A Modern Twist!
If you are a true Minnesotan, there is one food that is a must for your palate! No...not lutefisk. That sounds like one of the nastiest things ever to put on your tongue. The food that everyone always seems to know and talk about is lefse. If this rolled-up treat is something you crave, some good news just popped up for you! A store is bringing lefse to you, but not in the traditional way that you love to eat it around the holidays. I think you'll still like it though.
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