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What makes small town firework stands special
COLTON, S.D. (KELO) — The Fourth of July is tomorrow, which means for the past week firework stands have been covering the sides of the roads. You know it’s almost the Fourth of July when you see the firework stands popping up across the state. Near Colton, Butch’s Fireworks has been in business for over 30 years. Bill Eckhoff took over the stand when his father-in-law passed away, but his life consists of more than just fireworks.
Sioux Falls Regional Landfill stays organized after recent flood
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) —Many homeowners have spent over a week cleaning up their flood-damaged homes and businesses. Some of those items are now ending up at the Sioux Falls Region landfill where staff are trying to make the process run as smoothly as possible. The Sioux Falls Regional...
Keeping kids safe around cars this 4th of July
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - When someone mentions the 4th of July and safety, most think of fireworks, but there’s another thing to keep in mind, according to the organization Kids & Car Safety. “Out of all the holidays, all the major holidays, July 4th turned out...
Pilots prepare for Fourth of July Celebrations
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Captain Garrett Loitz jumped at the opportunity to participate in the Fourth of July flyovers. “Oh, I am so excited. As soon as I saw it come across the schedule I knew I had to be a part of it,” Loitz said. Loitz has...
Food programs tackling hunger in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - According to Feeding South Dakota, 106,000 people in the state lack consistent access to food. Rapid City has more than 20 different locations in which people can receive a meal or bundles of food to help fight against food insecurity, one of which is the Salvation Army.
SURF’s new augmented reality experience at visitor center
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Getting a glimpse of the bottom of the Sanford Underground Research Facility’s open cut just became easier. It’s just like a place of science to develop innovative ways to engage the public; in the case of the Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center, augmented reality models cause that engagement.
Rep. Dusty Johnson blames China for fentanyl crisis in America
RAPID CITY, S.D. – U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson is now a member of the Fentanyl Policy Working Group, a part of Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party which works to address China’s part in the production of illegal fentanyl coming into the United States. Representative Johnson says...
North Sioux City seeking volunteers for flood cleanup
Residents on Suncoast Drive have finished cleaning up their neighborhood and now they’re helping residents on Penrose Drive and Northshore who are still working through the shock and frustration they have been feeling since last Sunday.
Vietnam veteran, Doug Martin shares his story
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - <Doug Martin was just a farm boy from Cogswell North Dakota when he was drafted into the Army. 56 years after being wounded in action in Vietnam, he got the chance to visit the memorial commemorating those who lost their lives in the war.
Boutique inspires others to shop local
LARCHWOOD—With her boutique on Broadway in Larchwood, American Hero Clothing owner Michelle Sanderson allows customers to shop without making a trip to a big city. “When people discover they don’t have to make a trip to Sioux Falls for clothing or gift options, it’s a wonderful thing,” Sanderson said.
Willmar School District considering installing solar panels on 5 school buildings
(Willmar MN-) The Willmar School District is preparing to apply for a grant to put solar panels on the roofs of 5 school district buildings. Superintendent Dr. Bill Adams says the panels would generate electricity and save on the district's energy bill... Your browser does not support the audio element.
Capitol Notebook: Title IX challenge takes a twist
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — With its Loper Bright Enterprises decision last week, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a past ruling that granted deference to federal agencies on rule making. Because of it, a federal judge now wants supplemental briefs filed regarding a challenge by a group of states including South Dakota against new Title IX rules for schools from the Biden administration that are scheduled to take effect on August 1.
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