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Augie granted conference membership a year ahead of schedule
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) — Augustana University’s hockey team is getting a one-year jump on conference membership. Central Collegiate Hockey Association Commissioner Don Lucia says Augie’s support of its hockey program is impressive, and allowing them to compete in the regular season and conference championship is a reward for that commitment. The Vikings have been granted full conference membership starting in the 2024-25 season.
What to know about the Outdoor Campus expansion
Simplified: The Outdoor Campus is adding a $7.1 million expansion to its Sioux Falls location to keep up with increasing demand for its free classes and programs aimed at connecting people with outdoor activities. Here's a look at what's to come. Why it matters. The Outdoor Campus, run by the...
Sioux Falls mayor proposes purchasing land in Riverline District
Sioux Falls mayor Paul TenHaken is proposing that the city buy land in the Riverline District. Many believe this could lead to a new convention center in Sioux Falls, and some have voiced concerns over costs. Rich Merkouris is the vice chair of the city council. He said the land...
Beware of Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Scam Calls
You can always count on scammers to devise new and creative ways to relieve the public of their money. The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office has recently unearthed the latest scam that appears to be sweeping through the Sioux Empire. Someone is using a series of bogus phone calls to impersonate Lincoln County Sheriff Steve Swenson.
Minnehaha Co. changes, flooding, Price is Right donation
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — These are this morning’s top stories with KELOLAND On the Go. A proposal from two Minnehaha County commissioners would replace the roles of auditor, register of deeds and treasurer with a single finance officer selected by the commission. Pleasant weather is ahead for...
Proposal for new form of county government gets icy reception at Minnehaha commission
A proposal to institute a new form of government in Minnehaha County could be on the back burner, following a Tuesday meeting where residents expressed concerns about some of the changes it could bring and some commissioners said they'd like to see a longer, in-depth discussion about the plan. Commissioners...
Report Shows WDTC Graduates Excel in First Year Following Graduation
“There has never been a better time to attend and graduate from a technical college. The current career placement and wage outcomes for Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) graduates are phenomenal,” said Ann Bolman, Ed.D., WDTC President, reflecting on the latest S.D. Technical College System Graduate Outcomes Report. The...
Inmate dies; SCCSD lawsuit; rain chances ahead
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s Wednesday, July 17. Take a look at our top stories in news and weather with KELOLAND On The GO First@4. A federal inmate housed at the Jameson Annex to the South Dakota State Penitentiary in Sioux Falls has died. Today has been...
Embattled CEO of major SD social services agency steps down
The CEO of one of the state's largest nonprofit social services agencies, who was the subject of a federal sexual harassment and toxic workplace settlement in 2022, has quit his position. The July 1 resignation of Peter Smith from the top leadership post at the Rural Office of Community Services...
Sioux Falls hopes to buy the Sanford Tea-Ellis Wellness Center. What the fee structure would be:
Sioux Falls officials released the proposed fee structure for the westside recreation center that the city hopes to buy as part of a $77 million aquatics bond that councilors will vote on later this year. Making fees accessible has been a consistent topic raised by councilors since the city announced...
Some legislators lukewarm on Noem’s plan to spend $81 million surplus on prisons
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 has funding from the Legislature. The state has also allocated $567 million from state and federal […] The post Some legislators lukewarm on Noem’s plan to spend $81 million surplus on prisons appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
South Dakota Hall Of Fame Hires Huron Man As Visitor And Education Center Manager
CHAMBERLAIN, (KCCR) — The South Dakota Hall of Fame is welcoming a new name to help guide the Hall’s Visitor and Education Center in Chamberlain. Hall of Fame C-E-O Laurie Becvar says Shawn Martin of Huron begins Wednesday…. Martin’s background includes serving as Marketing and Communications Manager for...
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