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SDSU aims to be locked in as 2024 season
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — As the Missouri Valley Football conference wrapped their media days, SDSU head coach Jimmy Rogers discussed plans for the upcoming season. SDSU sits atop the FCS preseason Coaches poll at number one after claiming back to back national titles. Though having graduated 18 seniors, and even have had some go […]
SDSU's Jimmy Rogers is excited to showcase new talent this fall
BROOKINGS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -It was Media Day for Missouri Valley football coaches. And for Jimmy Rogers, he’s been excited for this season ever since his team went back to back as FCS champs in Frisco. That squad was loaded with talent and experience in his first year...
The town that used to be beneath Pactola Reservoir
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Pactola Reservoir is a popular location for swimming and recreation, it is also home to the Black Hills’ version of Atlantis. An old illegal gold mining town, called Crook City, was once located where the Pactola Reservoir is now located. After kicking out the illegal gold miners, the town brought stores, post offices, and homes to the area.
City of Watertown Announces Mosquito Control Spraying for Thursday (7/25)
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The City of Watertown Mosquito Control Program will conduct aerial spraying operations tomorrow night, Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 9:00 p.m., weather permitting. Target areas include Northwest Watertown north of 3rd Avenue North and west of Broadway and Northeast Watertown north of 3rd Avenue North and east of Broadway.
County, state offices moving out of Turner Co. Courthouse
PARKER, S.D. (KELO) — Turner County Commissioner Mick Miller said this might be the biggest issue Turner County has ever faced. The structural issues in the court room and Clerk of Courts office have already forced some employees out. “We decided to move our offices out to the court offices. Fairly recently we had had […]
Good News: Watertown man brightens kids lives with free bicycles
Each year, Watertown’s city-wide cleanup gives residents the opportunity to get rid of things they no longer need or use. Boulevards throughout the city are piled high with discarded items, destined for the city dump. But for Jack Henning, the city-wide cleanup provides a different opportunity. Henning, a retired...
Monument Health given recognition by American Heart Association
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Monument Health in Rapid City was honored by the American Heart Association recently. The hospital, along with two other medical facilities in South Dakota, were awarded for their efforts in caring for Americans with stroke and heart disease. Every year, the American Heart Association recognizes...
Carnival at Uptown Mall brings 10 days of fun
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Carnivals are an American tradition and with the Uptown Mall parking lot being transformed into the home of Mac’s Carnival and Attractions, Rapid City can enjoy 10 days of carnival fun. Carnival goers can enjoy rides like the merry-go-round and spinning tea cups, but...
Mother of Rapid City’s monument brought to Journey Museum
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - History is being restored as the monument to the Mother of Rapid City has been moved to the outside of the Journey Museum. Alice Gossage, nicknamed the Mother of Rapid City for her contributions to charities and journalism in the area, has a monument most people did not know about on top of Skyline Drive.
Economic development specialist helps guide growth in Salem, now Garretson too
This paid piece is sponsored by Sioux Metro Growth Alliance. Chris Fields will tell you he has found the job he has been hoping for much of his career. Since starting at Sioux Metro Growth Alliance earlier this year as an economic development and member relations specialist, Fields has been able to embrace his passion for serving the public sector.
Watertown Clips Pierre in Game One of Regionals
Watertown Post 17 would score three runs in the bottom of the sixth to beat Pierre Post 8 3-2 in game one of the Regional Playoffs on Thursday in Watertown. The Eights would get both of its runs in the top of the sixth on a two out error as Cooper Terwilliger hit a fly ball over the top of the right fielder’s head. Charlie Simpson and Dawson Getz would score as Getz would have the only hit of the ballgame for the Eights as Kayden Rylance would go six innings allowing just the one hit with five walks and eight strikeouts for Watertown. Nathan Briggs would get the seventh inning save in 1-2-3 order. Miles Doyle would go five and two thirds giving up the three runs on four hits, four walks and seven strikeouts. Getz would get the final out in the bottom of the sixth. Nash Berg had the two run double with two outs in the bottom of the sixth to tie the game and Markus Pitkin would drive in Berg for the winning run.
Beyond Cotton Candy, Sioux Empire Fair’s Surprising New Events
The Sioux Empire Fair will soon be kicking off (Friday, August 2 at 5 PM) and this year there will be brand-new activities for everyone to take in including the opening night Fiesta Latina. Dakota News Now is reporting that Sioux Empire Fair President & CEO Scott Wick met with...
Grass fire started near Pointe West Apartments
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Just after noon, July 25, Rapid City Fire Department received a call about a grass fire behind the Pointe West apartment complex. When firefighters got to the scene, about a half acre of brush was on fire with a flame height of about two feet. Firefighters were able to put the fire out before it could get out of control.
Sioux Falls School District is transitioning to digital ticketing for athletics, fine arts events
The Sioux Falls School District announced the implementation of a new, cashless ticketing system for all district-sponsored activities, athletics and fine arts events Thursday. In partnership with Iowa-based company Bound, this transition to a digital ticketing platform is part of the school district’s ongoing commitment to enhancing convenience, safety, and efficiency for students, parents, and community members. ...
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