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Purple Heart Given To Dakota Wesleyan Grad
(Mitchell, SD) — A Dakota Wesleyan grad is the newest recipient of the Purple Heart medal. Jerry Stravia was honored yesterday for injuries he received in Iraq nearly 20 years ago while serving with the U.S. Army. Stravia says he has been through a lot of ups and downs since that moment in 2007. He credited his wife and growth in faith for getting him through challenges of PTSD and identity. Stravia, who’s a native of Colorado, wrestled for Dakota Wesleyan when he attended school there. He now serves as a senior leader at Prairie Winds Church in Dickinson, North Dakota, and coaches girls wrestling.
After delays, the City of Madison is nearing the end of its 2022 audit
The city of Madison 2022 financial audit is nearing completion. The audit was delayed due to the implementation of new software from Tyler Technologies and staff turnover. Due to the delay, the Department of Legislative Audit may issue a notice of non-compliance. Municipalities in South Dakota are required to complete financial audits within 18 months of the end of the year. While the City of Madison did not make this deadline on June 30, 2024, all information has been provided to the auditor who is expected to complete the audit report shortly. The City of Madison says they have been actively engaged and cooperative with the Department of Legislative Audit throughout this process.
Madison hires Kirchner as Water Survey Technician
The City of Madison is conducting a mandatory lead line survey. The survey, which is used to determine which homes have lead water pipes and which do not, requires 100% completion by October 16 of this year. Currently, the completion rate stands at approximately 70%. Lead is a toxic metal...
New event venue opens inside Dell Rapids City Hall
The new City Hall in Dell Rapids has a special addition in its lower level: The Riverside event venue. Brittney Nelson, the event center director, said it offers an “elegant space” for any occasion. “The Riverside has space for weddings, baby showers, corporate trainings, etc.,” Nelson said. “We...
Nebraska football could have a secret weapon in pursuit of 5-star OT
While it hasn’t resulted in many high-profile commitments yet, Nebraska football has made a habit of being in the thick of the race for several of the top offensive line prospects in the country. It looks like the Huskers are once again among the top contenders for a 5-star...
Sioux Falls opens Arts Commission applications
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The City of Sioux Falls is now accepting applications for the newly established Arts Commission, which will advise the integration of art within the city. The commission was established in an ordinance in the fall of 2023. Applications will be accepted on an...
Pierce Earns First Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Win of ‘24 at Huset’s
BRANDON, SD (July 18, 2024) – Bobby Pierce led wire-to-wire on Thursday night at Huset’s Speedway as the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series kicked off the three-day, 14th Annual Silver Dollar Nationals – Presented by MyRacePass. Pierce’s win was his first of 2024 with the Lucas...
City of Faith to scrap code enforcement crackdown
Applause rang out among residents at the city council meeting in Faith on Tuesday, July 16 when the council voted to begin the process to rescind a controversial new code enforcement policy. After weeks of negative feedback from the public over a recent property code enforcement crackdown, the council voted...
South Dakota Dense Fog Advisory Issued Until 9 AM
Sioux Falls, SD – A dense fog advisory has been issued for several counties in South Dakota, including Huron, Mitchell, and Brookings. The advisory, issued by the US National Weather Service Sioux Falls South Dakota, warns of quarter-mile visibility in the affected areas until 9 AM CDT. According to...
Your weekend, simplified: July 19, 2024
Happy Friday! Megan here. This weekend, I'm keeping things pretty short and sweet because a lot of us – including myself – are taking vacations and trying to soak up as much summer as possible before everything shifts to back-to-school mode. You'll get to know the new leader of Sioux Empire United Way. And, I've got the details on a new effort to help people better connect with nonprofits and resources across the community.
Aberdeen sledding hill gets $50,000 donation
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A project to make a sledding hill in Aberdeen safer took a big step forward this week after receiving a large donation. Glacial Lakes Energy donated $50,000 to Leadership Aberdeen to help it purchase a snow maker machine and snow groomer at Baird Hill. The donation is part of a $240,000 plan for updates to Baird Park.
Conditional Use Permit Approved for Watertown Christian Church's Picnic Shelter Amid Expressed Frustration
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit on July 18, 2024, allowing the Watertown Christian Church to construct a picnic shelter on its property, amid a Church Deacon expressing frustration with the process. The church, located at 201 Golf Course Road, is...
Owning Your Outdoors: Outdoor mosquito prevention
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On this week’s Owning Your Outdoors, Aaron and Doug Schroeder of Lewis Drug discuss tips and tricks to keep mosquitos off of you and your yard. View more Owning Your Outdoors segments here. Copyright 2024 Dakota News Now. All rights reserved.
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