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State jobless rate holds steady at one of the lowest rates in the nation
PIERRE, SD (KELO.com) — South Dakota’s unemployment rate is holding rock steady at two-percent, while the nation’s jobless rate has climbed from 3 1/2-percent a year ago to 4.3-percent at the end of July. The state’s two largest cities are also showing low rates that haven’t moved in the past year. Rapid City comes in at two-percent, and Sioux Falls is at 1.8-percent. Nationally, a quarter of a million more people hit the unemployment lines in July as compared to June.
Application deadline for South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association Leadership Academy is Sept. 1
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Sept. 1, 2024, is the application deadline for an agricultural leadership academy being launched in South Dakota. Eric Jennings is a past president of the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association and chair of the SDCA Leadership Academy Steering Committee. He says they’ve partnered with South Dakota Corn and Farm Credit Services of America.
Noem appoints Joe Fiala to lead economic development office
Gov. Kristi Noem appointed longtime economic development official Joe Fiala as the new Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) commissioner Wednesday. The department is charged with recruiting, retaining and expanding business within South Dakota, including funding business projects in the state and incentivizing out-of-state businesses to relocate. “Joe has been a great member of our […]
The Amazing Mexican Word Of The Day: Wyoming
I'll admit that some things on social media will make you tilt your head and wonder what in the world you just watched. Then you'll watch something and can't stop laughing. That happened when I scrolled and found content creator Lorenzo Diaz, who also goes by @Lencho_Brown. Lorenzo is Mexican...
‘The church at a bar’ moves to new home
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Since 2021, a Sioux Falls ministry has been known as ‘the church at a bar’ as they’ve held their services at Shenanigans on the west side of town. Now, the Table Ministry is moving. Pastor and founder Erica Varcoe stopped...
Felony Alert Rapid City: Man wanted for aggravated assault
RAPID CITY, S.D. — A Felony Arrest Warrant has been issued for Connor Cheyenne Whiting, who is facing multiple charges, including Aiding & Abetting 1st Degree Burglary, Aiding & Abetting 1st Degree Robbery, Aiding & Abetting Aggravated Assault, two counts of Aggravated Assault, and Aiding & Abetting Possession of a Stolen Vehicle.
UPDATE: Missing man located safely
ABERDEEN, S.D. (KELO) — Aberdeen Police are asking for help locating a missing elderly man who has dementia. Authorities say Joe Bauer has been missing since 5:30 a.m. Friday from a residence on Lancelot Drive. Bauer is a white male, 5’8″ and 195 pounds. It’s unknown what clothing he’s...
Former Mitchell Perkins to become eye clinic
MITCHELL, S.D. (KELO) — The Mitchell Perkins which burnt down in 2023 was recently purchased by Acuity Group, LLC. The registered agent for Acuity is Mitchell optometrist Nicholas Wenande, and the LLC’s address is that of Mabee Eye Clinic in Mitchell. On Thursday, KELOLAND News spoke over the...
Power outage affects nearly 1,200 in Brookings
BROOKINGS — An hour-long power outage in Brookings on Wednesday evening that affected 1,190 customers was caused by a contractor driving a fence post into an underground electric cable. That’s the word from Russell Halgerson, who manages the electric department at Brookings Municipal Utilities. He said the outage began...
Don’t miss the Dahl’s 50th anniversary art auction and exclusive gala event
RAPID CITY, S.D. - The Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) Board of Directors is excited to announce The Dahl’s 50th Anniversary Benefit Art Auction, opening September 6, 2024. The event features over 50 works from Black Hills artists and collectors, culminating in a special gala on October 5. The auction showcases pieces by both long-time exhibitors and newcomers to the Dahl. Participating artists and collectors will receive up to 50% of the proceeds, with the remainder supporting the Dahl’s visual arts programs, maintaining “Always Free Admission,” and funding the “Next 50” initiative to enhance future experiences for visitors and artists.
USD part of project developing sustainable refrigerants
The University of South Dakota is part of a project developing sustainable refrigerants. The U.S. National Science Foundation is funding the $26 million project to help address climate change. The Environmental Applied Refrigerant Technology Hub is bringing together the University of Kansas, University of Notre Dame, University of Maryland, University...
LOCAL: Win a signed Goedert jersey during believe in ME
Former South Dakota State University and current Philadelphia Eagles’ starting tight end Dallas Goedert has signed a jersey for the upcoming believe in ME fundraiser to honor Cody Enger and Justin Rops. Tickets for the drawing will be available from Sunday, Sept. 1 through Saturday, Sept. 14. There also...
Sports Hub 8/22/24- Faulkton FB w/Shayne Geditz + NSU WSOC w/Bob Casper
“The Jump”- SD High School football eve, 2-weeks away from NFL, One week away from Northern State football. Faulkton FB coach Shayne Geditz joins the program previewing the 2024 Trojans season. Northern State Women’s Soccer head coach Bob Casper. Twins only 2.5 back of first place Cleveland in...
Genesis book study begins Sept. 8 at First United Methodist in Brookings
BROOKINGS — The First United Methodist Church, 625 Fifth St., invites area residents to participate in a community-wide book study group featuring Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks’ insightful work, “Not in God’s Name: Confronting Religious Violence.” This study offers an opportunity to explore the profound implications of the book of Genesis through the lens of a distinguished Jewish rabbi.
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