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Trojans defeat rival Tigers in home volleyball opener
MADISON, S.D. (Dakota State) – Dakota State (S.D.) kicked off their home volleyball schedule Saturday afternoon, holding rival Dakota Wesleyan (S.D.) to below .100 hitting percentage for a 3-1 match victory at DSU Fieldhouse. Set scores were 25-19, 25-20, 24-26, and 25-15. Both teams received votes (RV) to the NAIA Women’s Volleyball Coaches’ Top 25 preseason […]
BHSU secures $383K NIH grant for novel cancer sensor research
SPEARFISH, S.D. - Black Hills State University has secured a $383,091 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for cancer treatment research. The three-year project, led by BHSU Assistant Professor Dr. Yun Seok Choi, aims to develop a novel Nedd8 sensor that could lead to new cancer therapies. Dr....
A Fresh Start: Renee Eckes' Commutation
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} Governor Kristi Noem has approved the commutation of Renee Eckes’ life sentence. Eckes, now 43, was involved in the murder of David Bauman over 25 years ago. She appeared before the South Dakota Pardons and Paroles Board in July and is set to be released from the South Dakota Women’s Prison in Pierre in late 2026 or 2027. (“Gov. Kristi Noem signs off on Watertown murderer's commutation request”)
Helping remember veterans at Sioux Falls cemeteries
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A Sioux Falls Life Scout had a big dream for his Eagle Scout Project, however, it was one that needed help from the community. Cooper Rey wants to help create a database with photos of veteran’s headstones in four cemeteries across Sioux Falls. But to cover all the area, he needed help from a lot of people.
Harrisburg wins girls match, draws in boys with BV
HARRISBURG, S.D. (KELO) — Harrisburg hosted Brandon Valley for a soccer doubleheader Saturday. The boys contest opened the day’s action and was played to a scoreless draw. The girls concluded the day, and the Tigers claimed a 2-1 win over the Lynx. The reigning state champions moved to 3-0 on the season with the victory.
Lincoln cruises past Aberdeen Central in girls tennis
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Defending state champion Lincoln opened its 2024 campaign with an 8-1 win over Aberdeen Central at home Saturday. The Patriots were led by Eloise Geraets in flight one. She defeated Julia Knie in three sets (6-1, 4-6, 10-5). The Eagles fall to 4-2 on the season and will be back […]
44-year-old man dies from injuries sustained in motorcycle crash
FALL RIVER COUNTY, S.D. - A 44-year-old man passed away on Friday, August 23 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash seven miles from Edgemont on Saturday, August 3. The rider of a 2011 Yamaha STR motorcycle was traveling east on U.S. Highway 18 near mile marker 20 at noon on August 3, 2024. The motorcycle veered right and went off the road. The rider was thrown from the motorcycle into the south ditch.
Canaries punch ticket to postseason
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The Sioux Falls Canaries are in the midst of one of their best seasons and have already notched one major accomplishment. The Birds secured a playoff berth with their win at Fargo-Moorhead on Friday night. It marks the second straight season Sioux Falls it heading to the postseason – a […]
One haircut inspiring 100 more
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A fresh haircut has a way of making anyone feel confident and ready to take on the world. However, not everyone can afford to regularly get haircuts. That’s why one local non-profit is raising money so that more people can have that fresh cut...
Sunday Boredom Busters: August 25th
MADISON, SD (KELO) — The Historic Prairie Village west of Madison, SD is hosting a Steam Threshing Jamboree. Activities include steam & horse threshing, hundreds of tractors on display, sawmill & equipment demonstrations, tractor pulls and carousel rides. The hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $14, $4 for ages 6-12. Archery Outfitters in Sioux Falls is hosting a 3D Fun Shoot involving 3D foam animal targets from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $10-$20. It’s free for children 9 and under who are accompanied by an adult. You need to bring your own bow and arrows.
RMAC Announces 2024 Volleyball Preseason Coaches’ Poll
The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) announced the 2024 Volleyball Preseason Coaches’ Poll on Wednesday, morning August 21, 2024, which featured Black Hills State University voted 14th by the league’s coaches with 26 points. The 2024 Yellow Jacket volleyball season gets underway in Billings, Montana, at the Yellowjacket Invitational, where they will face both Minot State and Montana State Billings on September 6.
KELOLAND Pet Food Drive set for Friday
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The KELOLAND Pet Food Drive is almost here. KELOLAND Media Group and Lewis Drug will be hosting the annual pet food and supplies drive on Friday, Aug. 30th. Any brand of dog or cat food is accepted. Cash donations are also being taken. You...
7 DAYS TO 2024 KICKOFF: Jacob Knuth
Goal No. 7: GREAT EFFORT. Redshirt Sophomore | 6-3 | 213 lbs. | Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Jacob Knuth (b. Dec. 17, 2003) is a transfer quarterback from Minnesota who has three years left to play and walked on to bring depth despite being on scholarship in Minneapolis. He did...
PHOTO OF THE DAY: ACTION FIGURE
Riley Tschetter looks for room to run against Parkston’s defense in Friday’s night’s season-opener in Freeman. The junior quarterback and his team, Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy, were looking to make a statement against the defending Class 9AA state champions, but the No. 1-ranked Trojans made a statement themselves, taking down the Phoenix 42-14 on what was an otherwise beautiful night for football. Tschetter threw for 215 yards, with touchdown passes to Dominic Sperling and Karter Weber, and also led the team in rushing with 31 yards. Parkston, meanwhile, was powered by standout Kolter Kramer, who ran for 210 yards and three touchdowns — including one that went for 98 yards — and also returned a punt for a 66-yard score.
Milbank Schools Announce Upcoming Events and Activities
{KXLG – Milbank, SD} The Milbank School District has released its latest schedule of multiple activities for August 27th through August 30th, 2024. The week will kick off with a blood drive on Tuesday, August 27th, at the Tiospa Zina Wambdi. On the same day, the boys' varsity golf team will compete in the Northeast Conference at the Dakota Winds Golf Course. The girls' varsity tennis team will also play Madison at the Milbank Tennis Courts.
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