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Legal Battle Unfolds Between Red River State Bank and Developers Over Development Loans
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} A complex legal battle is unfolding between Red River State Bank and a group of developers involving a series of loans secured against multiple apartment building projects within the city. KXLG News reported yesterday that according to court documents, RRSB has filed a lawsuit. Red...
2ND PERSON CHARGED IN MURDER OF JORDAN BEARDSHEAR
A SECOND PERSON HAS BEEN CHARGED IN THE DEATH OF A DAKOTA DUNES WOMAN IN APRIL OF 2023. SOUTH SIOUX CITY POLICE ARRESTED REYNA CASTELLANOS ON THURSDAY AND SHE HAS BEEN CHARGED WITH ACCESSORY TO MURDER.AND OTHER COUNTS IN THE DEATH OF 23-YEAR-OLD JORDAN BEARDSHEAR. REYNA’S HUSBAND, 39-YEAR-OLD ALFREDO CASTELLANOS-ROSALES...
Historic parade rides into Deadwood for annual ‘Days of 76′ celebration
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Traveling back to 1876, the traditional parade rode into Deadwood Friday to celebrate the town’s founding as part of the annual “Days of 76″ celebration. The “Days of 76″ event received its name after a gold rush happened in the Black Hills...
Diversity Seen Across the Region
Hefty Seed Business Development Lead Jeff Preston serves Minnesota and the Dakotas. At the Ag PhD Field Day in Baltic, South Dakota, Preston said his geography covers a variety of conditions. “It’s very diverse agriculture with sugarbeets, dry edible beans, potatoes and more so our people have to know recommendations because of carryover and things like that in chemistry,” said Preston. “Down here it’s predominantly corn and beans.” Preston, who is based in Hillsboro, North Dakota, said soil types also vary greatly across the region.”The (Red River) Valley is very unique and we work all the way out to the Montana border. We go from irrigation to heavy clay/high magnesium soils to bull sand. So it’s very diverse and it takes different agronomy skills and expertise to work with farmers.”
Art Alley Gallery opens in Sisseton with local artists showcased
Art Alley Gallery was an art and design idea that’s focus was to repurpose a short alleyway between the Stavig building and First Savings Bank. The idea of Art Alley Gallery sprang up last year between a number of local artists, all of whom are members of The New Old artist collective.
Bestselling author speaks at SHS alumni reunion
Fifty years ago, 85 seniors walked across the stage to receive their diplomas, and during the 2024 alumni reunion weekend, 35 of them returned to their alma mater. Among those was Pam (Miller) Withers, award-winning author of 26 young adult novels, 23 of which were best-sellers. She was asked to give the alumni banquet address for the Class of 1974.
34th anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act celebrated at Main Street Square
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - 34 years after the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, awareness of disabilities and accessibility has grown closer to the hearts of people in South Dakota. July 26th’s Disability Resource Fair featured 34 different vendors, from Black Hills Advocate to West River Mental Health,...
Real Estate Spotlight: Rapid City homes worth looking at
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City offers a diverse range of homes for sale, catering to various tastes and budgets. Whether you're seeking a cozy bungalow in a quiet neighborhood or a spacious family home with modern amenities, Rapid City has something to offer. The local real estate market features...
Great Plains Zoo Announces Community Appreciation Days
The Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium in Sioux Falls are truly jewels in our city. They are leaders in education, conservation, and family entertainment. The doors to discovery at the Great Plains Zoo are open 7 days a week from 9 AM to 5 PM and on Wild Wednesdays from 9 AM to 7 PM.
Sturgis slows things down for rally traffic
STURGIS, S.D. (KELO) –We are one week away from the official start of the 84th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. But the streets of Sturgis are already seeing the arrival of riders as well as several temporary 4-way stops. As soon as you enter Sturgis you’ll see traffic is stop and...
TenHaken weighs in on a phones-free classroom
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – At least two school districts in South Dakota, Gettysburg and Edgemont, are saying no to smartphones in classrooms. Now the mayor of the state’s largest city, himself a father to teenagers, is weighing in on the topic. “I would love to see other...
Trio Jazz Club to host first ticketed event after ‘great’ start
Sioux Falls appears to have been ready for a new live-music venue. Weeks after Trio Jazz Club opened downtown, the response has been “great,” said Riccardo Tarabelsi, who co-owns the business with his wife, Marybeth. “It’s been really well-received. We keep hearing the same comment over and over:...
Vermillion School Board Moves First Day Of Class To Aug. 21
The Vermillion School Board agreed with suggestions offered by Superintendent Damon Alvey and other school administrators to delay the beginning of the Vermillion School District’s 2024-25 school year. “The recommendation that we came up with was to rather than start on Aug. 15, which is a Thursday, we would...
TenHaken says his $781 million budget comes at a 'pivotal time' for Sioux Falls
Mayor Paul TenHaken proposed a $781 million budget Thursday afternoon, calling it a fiscally responsible plan during at a "pivotal moment" for the city. Throughout August, the Sioux Falls City Council will hold a series of budget meetings and hearing from various city departments before a September vote. Here's four things that stood out...
Suncatcher Invitational trots into the Central States Fairgrounds Saturday
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Even if it ends up being as hot as it was during the week this weekend, there’s still something for you to do. The Suncatcher Therapeutic Riding Academy will be at the Central States Fairgrounds for its annual Equestrian Summer Invitational. Suncatcher Academy specializes...
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