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Sturgis City Council passes Title 7
STURGIS, S.D.(KBHB) – The Sturgis City Council met in special session Monday night, and after nearly three hours, passed first reading of their new Title 7 ordinance – a necessity since the formation of new city government. Council spent the time cleaning up some language in the ordinance,...
District 7 Legion Baseball Tournament: Day 3 Live Results
Oakes, ND (NewsDakota.com) – Day 3 is upon the District 7 Legion Baseball Tournament and will feature 3 loser out games and the semifinals in the winners bracket. All Edgeley, LaMoure, Lisbon, and Oakes games can be heard on KDDR The Tornado. Results will be posted below as games go final.
Woman Charged With Stealing State Funds For Foster Kids To Make First Court Appearance Thursday
PIERRE, (KCCR) — The Iowa woman accused of stealing over one-point-eight million dollars intended for the care of foster children in South Dakota is scheduled to appear in court Thursday in Pierre to address those charges. South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says 68-year-old Lonna Carroll has been indicted on two counts of Aggravated Grand Theft. Carroll is a former Department of Social Services employee who retired to Iowa last year. The South Dakota Legislatures’ Government Operations and Audit Committee is making a formal request to review the situation. Committee member, Senator Tim Reed of Brookings says it’s hard to understand how the alleged deception lasted so long…
Sonepar to Acquire Echo Electric Supply
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Sonepar announced Wednesday that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Echo Electric Supply Company. Family-owned and operated since 1950, Echo Electric supplies electrical parts, equipment and services to contractors in the industrial, commercial and residential markets and ranked in the top 30 of Electrical Wholesaling’s 2024 list of the largest electrical distributors in North America. Operating in Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, South Dakota and Missouri, Echo Electric will join Sonepar with 23 branch locations and more than 600 associates.
DFA holds meeting with Pollock residents about dairy facility closure
POLLOCK, S.D. (KFYR) - Last week, it was announced that a dairy ingredient facility in Pollock, South Dakota, will shut down on August 30. Monday night, a meeting was held at the Community Center with Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) representatives on a virtual call to answer any questions the community might have.
The Foster Network prepares for ‘Back to School Days’
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The first day of school is still weeks away, but a local organization helping foster families is stocking up on supplies. The Foster Network in Sioux Falls is preparing for Back to School Days. The three-day event served 200 kids last year, but that number is expected to double this summer.
Gettysburg School District ban smartphones from their schools
GETTYSBURG, S.D.(KCCR)- The Gettysburg School District is one of a growing number of districts across the state and country to clamp down on access to smartphones and devices by students during the school day. Superintendent Amber Mikkelsen says the decision to make Gettysburg a device-free school started about a year ago.
Sign-Up For Adorable Sioux Falls Puppy Yoga Class This Week
If you're looking for a relaxing Sioux Falls yoga class that involves puppies, you're in luck!. In partnership with Crunch Fitness in Sioux Falls, the Rescue Network is bringing some loveable puppies for a fun-filled Sioux Falls Puppy Yoga event!. Rescue Network is a non-profit animal rescue organization based in...
‘Those Guys’ A.B.A.T.E Chapter Held Its 16th Annual Poker Run For Children’s Home Society
“Those Guys” American Bikers Aimed Toward Education (A.B.A.T.E.) held its 16th annual poker run over the weekend. This event raised money for the Children’s Home Society in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The proceeds provide children with Christmas presents and other gifts. “Those Guys” A.B.A.T.E. promote awareness for bikers,...
DownTown in MadTown includes a Kids Pedal Tractor Pull tonight
DownTown in MadTown returns tonight for its second of six weekly events in downtown Madison. DownTown in MadTown takes place from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Tuesdays through August 20th. The event takes place in the 100-blocks of North and South Egan Avenue. Tonight is Agricultural night, with music provided by Kat Perkins. There will be food vendors, booths, and also kids’ activities including a sanctioned Kids Pedal Tractor Pull.. DownTown in MadTown tonight is sponsored by the Dairy Queen, East River Electric, and Mustang Seeds.
Pierre Pressure with 14U State Title
As the end of the summer continues to close in, the softball seasons are coming to a close with state tournaments. One local team last weekend would pick up a state championship. The Pierre Pressure 14U team was crowned state champions of the USA Softball of South Dakota Fastpitch Rec...
SDSU preparing for emerald ash borer
BROOKINGS, S.D. — In early July, the emerald ash borer was confirmed in Brookings County. Officials at South Dakota State University, however, have been preparing for its arrival for around a decade. Emerald ash borer is a boring beetle that feeds on all species of North American ash. It...
District 4B Baseball Tournament starts Friday in Canova
The Bracket is set for the 2024 District 4B Baseball Tournament, which will begin this Friday in Canova. The Dell Rapids Mudcats, who had a league best 17-1 record, are again the #1 seed in the ten team field. Games will start on Friday night in Canova, with #8 Colman...
We’re Hiring: Sioux Falls School District Looking For Teachers
Looking for a teaching job, the Sioux Falls School District wants to talk with you. The new school year begins in one month, scary, I know. The clock is ticking and the district has 11 teacher openings to fill before the first school bell rings. Sioux Falls School District Senior...
South Dakota, SDSU Football Load Up on Preseason MVFC Honors
We are just around the corner from the start of the College Football season. With that fact comes preseason rankings, watch lists, and conference honors. The SDSU Jackrabbits, the reigning MVFC and FCS National Champions are well thought of once again, and so are their rival USD Coyotes. The Missouri...
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