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US Census Bureau Reports Growth in South Dakota
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The Sioux Falls bedroom community of Harrisburg transformed over the past couple of decades into the fastest-growing South Dakota city of more than 5,000 people, according to the most recent US Census Bureau and Population Division report. Growing cities and towns: Harrisburg’s population ballooned by 37.8%,...
South Dakota Announces New Clear Bag Policy
VERMILLION, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota athletics has announced a new clear bag policy for all athletic events inside the Dakota Dome and the Sanford Coyote Sports Center beginning on Aug. 1. The policy has been put into place to ensure a safe and enjoyable game experience for all by modernizing security practices.
Rural & Reservations Face High Health Hurdles
The patchwork nature of the rural and reservation health care system in South Dakota sometimes requires innovation, compassion and a healthy dose of teamwork to keep people healthy. That played out recently in Huron when an immigrant family on a work visa arrived in this east-central South Dakota city without...
King celebrates 10 years with South Dakota Department of Transportation
Jesse King, lifelong resident of Faith, South Dakota, recently received recognition for 10 years of service working for the South Dakota Department of Transportation. The beginning of this 10 year adventure started with a summer seasonal help job with the SDDOT site at Faith, which transitioned to full time Highway Maintenance Worker that fall in 2014.
What goes into planning a fireworks show?
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Many fireworks shows in the area have had to be postponed due to weather. However, Dakota News Now got a look behind the scenes during the Mina Lake setup Wednesday night. Joel Mann, the Lead Fireworks Shooter for Lew’s Fireworks Company explained what goes...
Sioux Falls hot dog eating contest benefits National Kidney Foundation
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Thanks to a Sioux Falls pub, a favorite July 4th pastime is doubling as a fundraiser for a nonprofit. On Thursday, the owners of BB’s Pub in Sioux Falls held their second annual hot dog eating contest to raise money for a good cause.
Sioux Falls mayor apologizes for canceled 4th of July celebrations
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Mayor Paul TenHaken took to social media on Thursday to apologize for the canceled Independence Day events. The city made the call to cancel on Wednesday due to forecasted weather but saw blue skies and sunshine on the morning of July 4. The...
Car slams into west Sioux Falls apartment at high rate of speed: Witnesses
Authorities are working to figure out what caused a driver to hit an apartment building at an estimated 100 mph on Thursday morning. Sioux Falls Police, South Dakota Highway Patrol and fire rescue crews responded at about 10:30 a.m. Thursday to a crash near the intersection of West 41st Street and South Kuehn Park Avenue. ...
Fatal Crash Involving Crop Sprayer North of Watertown, SD
{KXLG - Watertown, SD} One person died following a two-vehicle crash on Thursday, June 27th, 2024, approximately 16 miles north of Watertown, South Dakota. An 87-year-old female driver and her 88-year-old male passenger were traveling northbound on 455th Avenue in a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. A 21-year-old male driver in a 2022 AGCO 8300C Terragator crop sprayer was making a left turn from 455th Avenue into a field when the Equinox attempted to pass and collided with the sprayer.
Someone You Should Know: 48 years of dedication
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - In 1976, June Aulner started her career with Burger King. 48 years later, she has served her last customer, and it is surreal. “After 48 years, I don’t know anything else. I knew this day would come — I just didn’t know when!” June said.
Peek inside new downtown jazz club, opening this week
The sound of jazz is about to be amplified in downtown Sioux Falls. Trio Jazz Club plans to open this weekend, offering both a new place to dine as well as take in live entertainment. It’s owned by Riccardo and Marybeth Tarabelsi and is located in between their other ventures...
Harrisburg claims doubleheader over Renner
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The Harrisburg Gold legion baseball team collected a doubleheader sweep over Renner Wednesday. Harrisburg skated past Post 307 with the 12-2 win scoring four runs early in the first and continued from there. The Gold team would continue that same stride in game two as they went on to earn […]
Juvenile found safe after mother leads searchers astray for four days
WALLACE, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Authorities say a mother from Wallace led the law enforcement officers and volunteers searching for her son astray for four days by providing false information. According to the Codington County Sheriff’s Office, 40-year-old Christine Richardson was arrested for False Reporting, Obstructing Law Enforcement and...
Mitchell baseball leader happy with plea agreements
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The Mitchell Baseball Association said it is happy with the recent plea agreements for the six baseball players charged with rape. The players were members of the American Legion baseball team when the alleged incident happened. Tim Smith, a media representative and board member...
New laws on ID, birth certificates help homeless
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A pair of new laws that took effect Monday allow those experiencing homelessness the opportunity to get a state-issued non-driver’s ID card and a birth certificate free of charge. Julie Becker, CEO of the St. Francis House, advocated for the bill during the...
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