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July 13-25, 2024 Expect South Dakota National Guard Increased Operations On West Camp In Rapid City
The South Dakota National Guard (SDNG) training season is well under way and the West Camp training area will be utilized heavily in the next few weeks by the Officer Candidate School (OCS) and supporting units as the OCS program completes phase three of their training from July 13-25th. Expect...
Rapid City’s legion teams finish regular season Saturday
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Post 22 finished off the weekend with a sweep against Post 15 West of Sioux Falls, whereas Post 320 fell in straight games to Post 15 East. Saturday was the final day of the regular season for both Rapid City teams. The Hardhats and Stars look ahead to regionals which are happening this next week.
Rapid City’s Rowan Grace: Life after The Voice
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Rowan Grace isn’t your average 18-year-old, especially after her top-ten finish on The Voice season 22. Since then, Grace has had the opportunity to connect with her fans through her music. “Oh my gosh! I think my favorite part about performing is connecting with...
Woman walking from Rapid City to the Badlands raises awareness for human trafficking
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Tarita Silk is walking from Rapid City to the Badlands to raise awareness of human trafficking. Silk is taking on this journey for the week of July 20 and walking as far as she can daily. On the South Dakota Missing Persons page 19 minors...
Hermanson honored as Storm fall to Blizzard in finale
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The Sioux Falls Storm welcomed former defensive coordinator Brian Hermanson to its Hall of Fame during halftime of its season-finale 51-30 loss to the Green Bay Blizzard Saturday night at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center. The Blizzard scored the first 10 points of the game before the Storm got on […]
Gradually Clearing Storms then Clearing Smoke
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - It’s not as active today, with storms widely spread throughout the radar. We are concerned about an uptick in activity tomorrow as another wave of upper-level energy swings through the area. Still, for the most part, things should be able to quiet down overnight and into the morning hours before our radar picks up in activity.
Affordable housing project moves forward
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) –An affordable housing project is moving forward in Rapid City thanks in part to Tax Increment Finances. Which is a tool the city uses to pay for improvements to a development. This week paved the way for the Camden Heights apartment project to move into...
Big second inning leads Harrisburg Maroon over Sturgis
HARRISBURG, S.D. (KELO) — Harrisburg Maroon scored seven runs in the second inning to roll past Sturgis 11-1 Saturday afternoon. Post 33 scored the first run of the contest with a double steal in the top of the first. Post 45 answered with one in the bottom of the frame and then took the lead […]
Crews respond to structure fire in northeast Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Fire crews were dispatched to the area of North Cleveland Avenue in Sioux Falls after a report of a structure fire on Saturday afternoon. The first arriving units found smoke and an active structure fire. The main fire was discovered in the basement...
Shaving heads for a cancer cure
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A child being diagnosed with cancer is one of a parent’s worst nightmares. Globally, more than 300,000 children are diagnosed with cancer each year, according to the American Childhood Cancer Organization. That’s why a fundraiser at the 605 Pop Culture Con is helping fund research to find a cure.
Sturgis Museum to unveil Scott Jacobs' ‘Rivals in the Dust’ painting
STURGIS, S.D.– The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum will unveil a stunning new painting by acclaimed artist Scott Jacobs. Titled “Rivals in the Dust,” the artwork celebrates American flat track legends Scotty Parker and Jared Mees, both nine-time AMA Flat Track Champions. The unveiling will take place at the museum on Monday, August 5 at 1 PM. The public is invited to attend, with tickets available through the museum. The event will feature the painting reveal and an opportunity to meet Jacobs, Parker, and Mees.
Sunday Boredom Busters: July 21st
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Satisfy your sweet tooth by celebrating National Ice Cream Day. Enjoy BOGO scoops of ice cream at the Parlour in the Washington Pavilion from noon to 5 p.m. There will also be ice cream-themed art and science activities at the Pavilion. The cost is a museum admission. Stensland Family Farms in Sioux Falls is offering $2 single dips from 1-8 p.m.
"The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" debuts at the Black Hills Playhouse on July 21
CUSTER, S.D. — The Black Hills Playhouse is set to debut The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas on July 21 as it continues its 78th season of summer performances. Season 78 is titled “Be a Part of Our Worlds – Farce. Fins. Fan. Forensics.” The season has already featured The Play That Goes Wrong and The Little Mermaid, both of which received strong reviews.
Research shows states' favorite flavors of ice cream
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Ahead of National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, researchers at MRO set out to find which flavors are the biggest hits in each state. Using Google search trends from the last year, they compiled a list of the most-searched flavors and brands of ice cream for all 50 states.
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