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Delbridge museum collection expenses cast doubt on future in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) — The Sioux Falls City Council is exploring options for the popular Delbridge Museum collection, but money appears to be a major obstacle. A work group says it would cost over a million dollars to restore the collection, and more than that to house it in a new location on city zoo property. As a result, the collection may find a new home outside the city.
GLACIAL LAKES ENERGY DONATES $50,000 TOWARDS BAIRD SLEDDING HILL PROJECT
This year’s Leadership Aberdeen class has been raising funds for the past several months to purchase a snow maker machine and snow groomer to make Baird Hill a safer, more usable sledding hill for families to use throughout the winter months. Last week the class took a big step forward in fundraising for this project to happen this winter season with a $50,000 donation from Glacial Lakes Energy.
Sioux Falls Skyforce Announce New Head Coach
Kasib Powell has guided the Sioux Falls Skyforce as the Head Coach since the 2021 season, and he's now set to join the Miami Heat. With said change within the organization, the vacancy here in Sioux Falls didn't last long. The Miami Heat made several big announcements yesterday, and here...
Rohman Receives CSC Academic All-America Honor
AUSTIN, Texas – Augustana junior wrestler Jaxson Rohman has been honored by the College Sports Communicators (formerly CoSIDA) on the Division II Academic All-America At-Large Third Team, officials announced Wednesday. Rohman is currently pursuing a degree in nursing and holds a cumulative GPA of 3.66. He becomes the ninth...
/ All ages play at the Murdo Ranch Rodeo Play Days
On Wednesday, July 10, Murdo Ranch Rodeo hosted their second Play Day at the Murdo Rodeo Arena. Three categories of ages competed in barrel racing, flag racing, and pole bending. Scores are being kept for prizes after the last day on July 31. The next Play Day is on Wednesday, July 24, at 7:00 p.m.
Smokey Bear attends the Wall Celebration parade and looks forward to Celebrating his 80th Birthday
Smokey Bear participated in the Wall Celebration parade on Saturday, July 13, 2024. The parade was an opportunity for Smokey to greet community members and for the public to take photos with Smokey. This year, we celebrate Smokey’s 80th Birthday on Friday, Aug. 9. The US Forest Service and the...
Sanford Health named top nonprofit for veterans
This paid piece is sponsored by Sanford Health. Sanford Health continues to be recognized nationally for its commitment to veterans and their families. Military Friendly Brands has ranked Sanford Health No. 1 in the category of government and nonprofit employers on its annual list of organizations that set the standard for providing the best opportunities for veterans and military spouses.
Stevens of Women’s Golf Named CSC Third Team Academic All-American
AUSTIN, Texas, – Molly Stevens of Augustana women's golf was named CSC Third Team Academic All-American, College Sports Communicators announced earlier this week. Stevens, who recently concluded her golf career with the Vikings, was placed on the third team for the first time in her career. The Northfield, Minnesota,...
City approves change orders for Trojan Village and Public Works Building
The Madison City Commission approved three change orders at their meeting on Monday. The first change was for the Trojan Village Street Construction and Extension of Washington Avenue and Division Avenue. The existing subgrade was found to be soft and in need of stabilization. Aggregate thickness will be increased from 8” to 12” thick except at the intersection of Washington Avenue where it will be 16” thick.
Two Injured In Crash Near Alvord
Alvord, Iowa – Two people were injured in a single-vehicle mishap late Saturday night near Alvord. According to the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, the accident occurred at approximately 10:36 PM Saturday night, in the 1900 blk of Dove Avenue. Deputies say Diego Garcia-Perez, of Rock Valley, was driving...
Praising free speech while trampling on it
It was Newspaper Day 2020 at the South Dakota Legislature. The morning was filled with press conferences featuring the leaders of the Republican and Democratic parties. Then newspaper editors and publishers hosted a lunch at the Ramkota for their legislators, using the time to explain why House Bill 1241, which sought to change the definition […] The post Praising free speech while trampling on it appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
Some legislators lukewarm on Noem’s plan to spend $81 million surplus on prisons
RAPID CITY, S.D. (South Dakota Searchlight) – Some South Dakota legislators aren’t sure they’re ready to support Gov. Kristi Noem’s plan to devote an $81 million budget surplus to prison construction. The future women’s prison in Rapid City is estimated to cost $87 million, and already...
Gas Line Accident Shuts Down Roads in Lake Norden for 30 Minutes
{KXLG – Lake Norden, SD} A gas line strike caused a brief evacuation and road closure on Wednesday, July 17th, 2024, near Lake Norden. Shortly before noon, a construction crew working near SD Highway 28 and Burlington Street intersection accidentally hit a natural gas line. Responding to the incident, the Hamlin County Sheriff's Office, Hamlin County Emergency Management, and the Lake Norden Fire Department quickly evacuated nearby businesses.
City of Faith to scrap code enforcement crackdown
Applause rang out among residents at the city council meeting in Faith on Tuesday when the council voted to begin the process of rescinding a new code enforcement policy that has drawn the ire of some locals. After weeks of negative feedback over a recent property code enforcement crackdown, the...
False Alarm! No Mountain Lion Found in Small South Dakota Town
We all know mistakes happen. But one mistake left a South Dakota town in a panic. The residents of Tea, South Dakota were reporting a vicious mountain lion was on the loose and roaming around the Tea Area School District on Monday afternoon July 15th. After investigations by local authorities...
Local Sports 7-17-24
Yankton Post 12 Legion Baseball swept the Renner Post 307 Royals last night in their doubleheader, winning both games 6 to 5. Yankton was led by Owen Wishon in game one, as he finished 3 for 4 with 2 RBI, including a walk-off double in the bottom of the 7th.
Prairie Lakes Healthcare Earns Spot on Becker's Hospital Review's 100 Great Community Hospitals List
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is celebrating recognition as one of Becker's Hospital Review's 100 Great Community Hospitals for 2024. This prestigious list acknowledges healthcare providers dedicated to clinical excellence, personalized care, and improving community health outcomes. Becker's editorial team meticulously selects hospitals for the list,...
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