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Cows at the State Fair Must be Tested for Bird Flu
HURON, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) There will be a new requirement specifically for dairy cows during the South Dakota State Fair that starts next month. Exhibitors must test all lactating cows for avian flu within seven days before they’re brought onto the State Fairgrounds in Huron. Cows in five dairy herds in South Dakota have tested positive for the highly contagious virus in recent months.
Proposed fees for Westside Recreation Center
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Families now have a better idea of what it could cost to use a new city rec center on the west side of Sioux Falls. The center’s indoor amenities will include a pool, track, and play area for kids. This Sanford Wellness Center...
LifeLight Hills Alive sets up for a weekend of faith and music in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. - LifeLight Hills Alive is getting ready for the weekend. To ensure everything is set up, a dedicated group of volunteers is working both on Thursday and Friday at Memorial Park in Rapid City. From preparing stages to putting up vendor tents, the team of volunteers is right on track, according to event organizers.
Poverty escape room builds compassion for low-income families
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Low-income families face barriers and challenges daily. An escape room designed to simulate a day full of these challenges was offered to service workers as a way for them to understand what their clients may be struggling with. The escape room included obstacles like child...
Iowan accused of stealing $1.8 million from South Dakota Child Protection Services
An Iowa woman who formerly worked for the South Dakota Department of Social Services is accused of stealing an estimated $1.8 million from the department’s Division of Child Protection Services over the course of 13 years. Lonna Carroll, 68, of Algona, Iowa, is charged with two felony counts of aggravated grand theft. She was arrested […] The post Iowan accused of stealing $1.8 million from South Dakota Child Protection Services appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
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...
Proposed Minnehaha County cuts draw crowd
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Two Minnehaha County commissioners say it’s time for South Dakota’s largest county to consider a home rule charter. The proposal would replace the roles of auditor, register of deeds and treasurer, which are currently picked by voters, with a single finance officer selected by the county commission.
Sturgis shooter sentenced; flags half-staff; measles
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s Thursday, July 18. Take a look at our top stories in news and weather with KELOLAND On The GO First@4. A Wyoming man is headed to prison for shooting at a highway patrol trooper during last year’s Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Gov....
Isolated Thunderstorms Anticipated in South Dakota From Friday to Monday
Sioux Falls, SD – Residents can expect slightly cooler temperatures this weekend as isolated thunderstorms are anticipated from Friday through Monday. The National Weather Service in Sioux Falls reports that temperatures will remain below normal for this time of year. According to the National Weather Service, the chance of...
Man arrested for stalking and indecent exposure to children
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A 41-year-old Sioux Falls man is in the Minnehaha County Jail accused of stalking children, indecent exposure and window peeking. Steven Martin was booked into jail this afternoon. He faces three criminal cases. Each one is for a different child. The kids are all...
Sioux Falls Fire Rescues Stranded Piglet in Hilarious Video
Sioux Falls Fire and Rescue was dispatched to perhaps the most unusual place one would think to make a daring rescue of a stranded swine on Thursday. Nobody really knows how an area piglet ended up in the middle of a river, but nonetheless, a rescue operation was needed. Just...
Aerostar holds ribbon cutting for new building in northwest Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sioux Falls-based Aerostar is considered a global leader in designing and manufacturing aerospace and defense solutions. The company, widely known for its stratospheric balloons, has officially expanded into a new facility. The building is located at The Docks, a 52-acre industrial development south...
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