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Battleship Museum on the importance of July 4th
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — The USS Battleship South Dakota Memorial is one of the few City installations open on July 4 in Sioux Falls. Chris Tucker, the curator of the memorial, shared why it’s important that places like this are open on days like the 4th of July.
First Friday downtown art walk returns
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Downtown Rapid City is about to get artsy again this summer by returning with the downtown art walk. Last year, 17 different businesses in downtown Rapid City were featured as part of the self-guided tour. However, this summer is looking a bit bigger. 20 businesses...
Wasta Volunteer Fire Department to build new Fire Hall and Community Room
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Wasta Volunteer Fire Department celebrated more than just the Fourth of July today, they also celebrated raising enough money to build a new fire hall. The donations came from people in the community and the Pennington County Commissioner’s office which donated $500,000. Wasta...
Regional Survey Shows Hiring Stalled In June
PIERRE, (KCCR) —Hiring in the middle of the country continues to be a struggle for businesses. Creighton University economics professor Dr. Ernie Goss says the Mid-America Business Conditions Index on hiring stayed below growth neutral…. Goss believes there is a conflict in the job numbers and Bureau of Labor...
Iowa baseball makes a stop in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — In Iowa high school baseball, Denison-Schleswig earned the 6-1 win in a battle against Western Christian at the Birdcage Wednesday afternoon. Western Christian was the first on the board but they’d wouldn’t be able to maintain the one run lead for long. After being knotted at one, Denison-Schleswig take the […]
DWU athletic trainer takes worldwide leadership role
MITCHELL, S.D. (KELO) – Athletic trainers play a big part in helping student-athletes find success, both in their sport and their future. Dakota Wesleyan University’s Matt Zens is one example. “One thing I’d really like them to be able to do is when they leave here is to...
Pierre Hosts First Ever Event at New Outdoor Pool
June 29th -30th, the Pierre Swim Team hosted their first annual Summer home meet with 41 swimmers competing. They had 11 teams with approximately 160 swimmers and spectators. Davidia Frederick: 50 back-1st, 100 free-1st, 200 free-1st & 100 back-1st In the Girls 7-8 Division, we had 3 swimmers:. Charlotte Haynes:...
Children share favorite Fourth of July activities
The Ramona Fourth of July parade started off on time despite a gloomy weather forecast. A light sprinkle came down during the games, which took place after the parade, but this did little to douse the spirits of the children and adults. They enjoyed a fun-filled afternoon of balloon throwing, egg tosses, pie-eating contests and more.
BH Humane Society offers tip to keep help anxious pets during fireworks
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Fireworks are a mainstay of Independence Day celebrations, with millions of people across the country coming together to enjoy displays of all sizes. However, our fuzzy friends don’t enjoy them quite as much. The noise from fireworks displays can be a source of major anxiety for pets – especially if they aren't used to them.
What's closed on the 4th of July?
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Many local businesses and offices will be closed this week due to the Independence Day holiday. While most banks, such as Wells Fargo and First National Bank, will be closed in observance of the federal holiday, nationwide stores such as Target, Scheels and Walmart will remain open with local store hours varying. Federal offices, such as the United States Postal Service, will be closed.
Catching up with rodeo legend Paul Tierney and bullrider Jestyn Woodward
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) -Paul Tierney is a South Dakota rodeo legend. The rodeo hall of famer won world championships in 1979 and 80. These days Tierney still competes in breakaway roping. Custer’s Jestyn Woodward is a 20 year bull rider who grabbed the lead at the Black Hills Roundup with an 87.5 point ride.
Surreal experience at Olympic Trials for USD’s Jacy Pulse of Salem
VERMILLION, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -Salem’s Jacy Pulse was my guest on Calling All Sports Tuesday after her most recent trip to Eugene, OR for the Olympics Trials. It was an amazing experience for her getting to compete with the best hurdlers in the world. Jacy Pulse, USD Hurdles...
Top Legion Baseball teams meet at Ronken Field for doubleheader
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -They were supposed to play 2 next to the Renner Steakhouse. But the doubleheader was moved to Ronken Field on the campus of Augustana between 2 of the top teams in South Dakota. Harrisburg Gold brought a 24-6 record to the diamond while the Renner Royals were 18-5 before Wednesday’s games.
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