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Post 22 advances to state, look at Brookings bracket
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Post 22 heads to the state tournament after a shutout sweep against Huron Post 7 on Thursday and Friday. The Hardhats beat Huron 8-0 and 13-0 securing their spot in the next week’s tournament in Brookings. Post 22 is playing for its 45th state title. Post 22 is the only West River team who advanced. Spearfish lost to Renner 13-0 and Post 320 fell to Harrisburg Gold 21-4. Here’s a look at the bracket:
SDSU's Coughlin Campanile undergoes restoration project
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Portions of the South Dakota State University campus are getting a facelift this summer, including one of the campus’ most iconic fixtures. Every college has its own unique thing that makes it stand out. For South Dakota State University, it’s the Coughlin...
Class ‘A’ Legion Baseball State Tournament set
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The stage is set for the class ‘A’ legion baseball state tournament as the bracket was unveiled on Friday night. Here’s a look at the bracket: Harrisburg Gold is the top-seed and they’ll have a tough opening round matchup against Brandon Valley. All the games will be played in Brookings […]
Madison Crush 12U sweeps USA Softball South Dakota Rec State Tournament
The Madison Crush 12U softball team soared their way to a 6-0 sweep at the USA Softball South Dakota Girls Fastpitch Rec State Tournament July 19-21. Led by head coach Matt Mette, the team of soon-to-be seventh graders cruised to an outstanding 30-2 record across their league games and three other appearances at local tournaments, with their state title now sitting as the crown jewel of their impressive 36-2 season.
DCI rules Get-N-Go shooting justified; employee says suspect 'made no comment about money'
The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation has ruled the law enforcement shooting death of a man, who took hostages during an incident at a Sioux Falls gas station, was justified. South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley's office announced the findings Friday evening, within 30 days of the July 3 shooting. Daniel Todd Augustine,...
Sioux Falls hosts the 65th annual National Trappers Association at the Sioux Empire Fair grounds
Sioux Falls is host to the 65th annual National Trappers Association Convention. Located at the Sioux Empire Fair grounds. Dave and Karen Linkheart are a husband-and-wife team that serve as directors of national and international affairs for the National Trappers Association. Dave said the convention brings people with a passion...
Museum’s Anderson Plaza Summer Performance Series wraps up with smooth jazz
BROOKINGS, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) This Tuesday, July 30, marks the last concert of the South Dakota Art Museum 2024 Anderson Plaza Summer Performance Series. Everyone is invited to hear Gene McGowan and Friends performing straight-ahead jazz on Anderson Plaza behind the South Dakota Art Museum, from 6-7:30 p.m. In case of rain, the concert moves inside to the museum’s auditorium.
Chargers win Colman baseball tournament
The annual Midwest Corn Classic baseball tournament was held on July 23 in Colman at the Field of Dreams north of town. The ground for the Field of Dreams was donated to the city of Colman by an area farmer for the purpose of building a baseball field similar to the field in the movie "Field of Dreams," which was set in Iowa.
City making progress on lead line survey, new water technician hired
The City of Madison has made substantial progress in their mandatory lead line survey, which is part of the Lead-Free SD initiative facilitated through the Environmental Protection Agency. The city's survey completion rate stands at approximately 70%, with the required 100% participation needing to be completed by Oct. 16, according...
Atomic Wings Opens First South Dakota Location in Sioux Falls on July 23rd
July 26, 2024 // Franchising.com // SIOUX FALLS, SD — Atomic Wings, the 25+ unit chicken wing franchise on a mission to share authentic New York style Buffalo wings, is coming in hot with its first location in the state. Officially open as of July 23rd at 1502 E 69th St., Atomic Wings of Sioux Falls is bringing sizzling hot, all-natural, hormone-free wings to the community.
Over 200 bottles of alcohol seized from bootleg operation in Mission
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Authorities seized over 200 bottles of vodka, multiple firearms and around $1,000 from a bootleg operation on Friday morning. According to Rosebud Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services, a search warrant was served at a residence on the north side of Mission in partnership with the City of Mission Police Department.
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...
THE NEED FOR BLOOD DOESN’T TAKE A SUMMER BREAK
Local physicians call summertime trauma season. The need for blood rises and the number of blood donations seems to decline creating a scary situation for the community blood supply. All blood donors are being urged to donate as soon as possible. Someone requires a blood transfusion every 2 seconds. 100%...
Man faces kidnapping charges after search for two children in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A Sioux Falls man is facing kidnapping charges after police responded to a family dispute and searched for two young children early Friday morning. Raymond Leon Allen is facing charges for two counts of Kidnapping in the First Degree, Kidnapping in the Second...
Court Orders Dugan Sales and Service to Return Inventory to Wells Fargo
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} In a recent court ruling, Wells Fargo Commercial Distribution Finance, LLC (Wells Fargo) has been granted an order for claim and delivery against Dugan Sales and Service (Defendant). The decision was made on July 22, 2024, by the Honorable Robert L. Spears at the Codington Courthouse, based on an affidavit supporting the claim and delivery under SDCL § 21-15-1.
Good News: Watertown man brightens kids lives with free bicycles
Each year, Watertown’s city-wide cleanup gives residents the opportunity to get rid of things they no longer need or use. Boulevards throughout the city are piled high with discarded items, destined for the city dump. But for Jack Henning, the city-wide cleanup provides a different opportunity. Henning, a retired...
Madison Post 25 falls to Dell Rapids, will play Volga today in Region Tournament
The Madison Post 25 baseball team lost to Dell Rapids 6-1, in the semi’s of the Region 2B American Legion baseball tournament on Thursday. Dell Rapids took control early, scoring two runs in the 1st inning off a Madison error and a single from CJ Smith. Dell’s then scored a run in four consecutive innings starting in the 3rd. Madison’s lone run came on an error in the 6th.
Madison starts 14U State VFW Tournament this afternoon
The Madison 14U baseball team takes part in the Class A State Tournament today in Beresford. Madison qualified for State after an undefeated run through the Region 3A Tournament last week. Madison starts the tournament today against Milbank at 4:15pm. Other games include Dakota Valley vs. Tri-Valley, Wagner vs Elk...
Cornbelt District Tournament starts tonight
Teams from the Cornbelt baseball league head to Canova this weekend, for the District 4B Amateur Baseball Tournament. 7 of the 10 teams will qualify for the State Tournament in Mitchell. The Cornbelt has produced the state winner in each of the last three seasons. Games start tonight at 6pm...
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