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Kearney Little League Falls to South Sioux City in State Finals
KEARNEY, Neb. — The boys in blue forced a decisive second game in the finals. But it was then were the Cardinals had a little more left in the tank than the hosts. Kearney Little League fell, 4-3, to South Sioux City, in the second game of two, Sunday afternoon. It's SSC's first ever state title, holding Kearney to just two state titles in a row.
S.D. team ties for 2nd at 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships
South Dakota’s team tied for second place for the sweepstakes award at the 2024 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships. Thirty-five youth representing South Dakota State University Extension 4-H competed at the national championships from June 24-28 in Grand Island, Nebraska. The annual competition drew 708 youth from 40 states to demonstrate their abilities in archery and shooting across multiple disciplines.
Hungry? The Biggest South Dakota Chislic Fest Is This Weekend
If you're new to South Dakota, there is a big party in a small town to celebrate the "State Nosh" you just have to try!. The award-winning South Dakota Chislic Festival in Freeman, South Dakota is one of the biggest Sioux Empire events of the summer. It's a day to honor South Dakota's history and the "State Nosh" known as chislic.
Aeronautics Commission awards $10 million in South Dakota Airport Terminal Program funds
The Watertown Regional Airport has received a $900,000 grant from the South Dakota Department of Transportation’s Airport Terminal Program following the successful passage of Senate Bill 144 in the 2024 legislative session. The bill allocated $10 million in funding to support airport terminal projects across the state, representing a...
Indigenous advocacy group alleges insufficient Native representation at teacher training
The state Department of Education “glaringly omitted” substantial Native American representation during its recent Civics and History Summit, alleges the South Dakota Education Equity Coalition. In response, the department highlighted several efforts it made to include Indigenous perspectives and material. The purpose of the conference was educating teachers about how to implement a new set […] The post Indigenous advocacy group alleges insufficient Native representation at teacher training appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
Gravel road with higher risk awaits Sturgis rally bikers
SILVER CITY, S.D. – On a recent drive through this super scenic area of the Black Hills, Ron Waterland saw with his own eyes the potential risks bikers will encounter when riding on gravel sections of U.S. 385 during the upcoming 2024 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Waterland has a cabin...
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...
Food truck owners open new restaurant in downtown Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A family known for their popular food truck has opened a new restaurant in downtown Sioux Falls. BibiSol Bodega and Provisions celebrated its grand opening on Friday. The restaurant is located on Phillips Avenue where Mrs. Murphy’s Irish Gifts previously resided. Owner...
Northern Minnesota Faces Potential Severe Storms Today, Small Hail
Duluth, MN – Northern Minnesota is bracing for potential severe weather today, with showers and thunderstorms expected to develop throughout the region. According to the US National Weather Service Duluth, there is a 50-90% chance of thunderstorms, some of which may be strong with small hail, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall. High temperatures will range from 72 to 82 degrees.
Shaving heads to conquer childhood cancer
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Haircuts were given out at the Sioux Falls convention center on Saturday, but the event meant much more than just freshening up your look. The goal of the 18th annual St. Baldrick’s Head Shaving Event was to raise $50,000 for childhood cancer research....
Conditional Use Permit Approved for Watertown Christian Church's Picnic Shelter Amid Expressed Frustration
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit on July 18, 2024, allowing the Watertown Christian Church to construct a picnic shelter on its property, amid a Church Deacon expressing frustration with the process. The church, located at 201 Golf Course Road, is...
Recycling a major priority at local Goodwill outlets
From the buttons on your shirt to the microplastics in your pants, it may surprise you just how much of your outfit is recyclable. That’s why Goodwill is ramping up its sustainability efforts. Plastics are everywhere, can be found in just about everything, and won’t go anywhere for a...
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