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Flash flooding occurring in parts of Siouxland
Flash Flooding has occurred in parts of Siouxland this morning. As of just before 11:30am, southern parts of Yankton County in South Dakota, and northern parts of Cedar County in Nebraska, have seen as much as 2-4" of rainfall, and additional 1-3" of rainfall could fall.
Former employee accused of stealing $1.8 million from South Dakota Child Protection Services
An Iowa woman who formerly worked for the South Dakota Department of Social Services is accused of stealing an estimated $1.8 million from the department’s Division of Child Protection Services over the course of 13 years. Lonna Carroll, 68, of Algona, Iowa, is charged with two felony counts of aggravated grand theft. She was arrested […] The post Former employee accused of stealing $1.8 million from South Dakota Child Protection Services appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Attorney General Jackley Announces Wyoming Woman Pleads Guilty to One Count of Grand Theft by Exploitation
PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that a Gillette, Wyo. woman has pleaded guilty to one count of felony Grand Theft by Exploitation for stealing almost $94,000 from the property of another person. Alexa Shay Kinney, 33, entered the guilty plea on Monday, July 15, in...
Tribal representation low at first Indian Child Welfare Advisory Council meeting
The newly created Indian Child Welfare Advisory Council held its first meeting Thursday to discuss South Dakota’s foster care process and how to improve communication and collaboration between the state and tribal governments. The Legislature and Gov. Kristi Noem approved legislation earlier this year establishing the advisory council to address the overrepresentation of Native American […] The post Tribal representation low at first Indian Child Welfare Advisory Council meeting appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
SD Little League State Tournament to begin Thursday
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) — The South Dakota Little League State Tournament is set to begin Thursday as four teams battle for a spot in the Little League Midwest Regional. BRACKET Canyon Lake is set to open the tournament against two time defending state champ, Sioux Falls. That game is set for 5 p.m. on […]
Flags half-staff Thursday for man who died at Trump rally
PIERRE S.D. (KELO) — Gov. Kristi Noem has ordered the flags at half-staff Thursday, statewide, in honor of the man that was shot and killed at last weekend’s Trump rally, according to a news release. Corey Comperatore was killed by the shooter that attempted to assassinate the former president. Two others were seriously wounded. In […]
McCook Lake catastrophe shatters complacency around old flood plans
When a record-high surge of water flowed down the Big Sioux River toward the southeast corner of South Dakota last month, local and state authorities activated a flood mitigation plan from 1976. It saved North Sioux City and Dakota Dunes from disaster. But their neighbors in McCook Lake suffered a graphic reminder of how different […] The post McCook Lake catastrophe shatters complacency around old flood plans appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
LEPC pledges funds for law enforcement training tool
The Local Emergency Planning Committee approved a maximum contribution of $4,000 to help law enforcement purchase a breaching door. The committee unanimously approved covering 50%, with a cap of $4,000, to fund the purchase. The Madison Police Department and Lake County Sheriff's Office would fund another quarter of the purchase each, according to Madison Police Department Officer Heath Abraham.
City audit release nearing completion after delays, city says
The City of Madison announced on July 18 that the 2022 financial audit is nearing completion after experiencing delays due to new software and staff turnover. The audit was due June 30, which may lead to the Department of Legislative Audit issuing a notice of non-compliance, according to a city press release.
Custody Questions: Sioux Falls dad left wondering why he can’t see his daughter
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Custody battles are often difficult and the details can be muddy. A Sioux Falls father emotionally reached out to us for help to have his voice heard after he said he lost partial custody of his daughter without even getting a chance to appear in court.
Mystery pig saved from banks of the Big Sioux River
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sioux Falls Animal Control needed the assistance of Sioux Falls Fire Rescue on Thursday to save a pig and the video has gained traction on social media. The pig has been through a lot, but is in good hands after being spotted on...
One man dead after Lincoln County crash
BERESFORD, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A 28-year-old man died Friday morning after striking a semi head-on near Beresford. The crash occurred around 5:45 a.m. on July 19 five miles northeast of Beresford. Preliminary crash information indicates the driver of a 2019 Jeep Cherokee was traveling eastbound on 294th Street...
Pollock, SD dairy facility to close
POLLOCK, S.D. (KFYR) - A Pollock, South Dakota, dairy ingredient facility is closing. Kim O’Brien with the Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) said the plant is closing effective Aug. 30. A statement from the DFA said: “After a careful analysis of new demand and current supply dynamics and as...
S.D. distillery to expand with downtown tasting room
A combination distillery, whiskey tasting room, retail store and whiskey/cigar lounge is coming to downtown Sioux Falls. BlackFork Farms, which is near Brandt in eastern South Dakota, will expand its enterprise, taking over the former K Restaurant space along the boardwalk of 8th & Railroad Center for BlackFork Farms Distillery and the Pronghorn Club.
DOC officer killed in crash; Cliff Ave. road construction
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s Friday, July 19. Take a look at our top stories with KELOLAND On The GO. The man killed in a crash seven miles west of Yankton has been identified. Drivers in Sioux Falls will want to adjust their weekend travel. A major...
Dakota Wesleyan grad receives Purple Heart
MITCHELL, S.D. (KELO) — A graduate of Dakota Wesleyan University was honored Thursday for his sacrifice while serving with the U.S. Army overseas nearly 20 years ago. Jerry Stravia received the Purple Heart for injuries he received in Iraq. The retired soldier who heeded a call to military duty...
Judge denies injunction that would have reinstated Argus Leader as city's legal newspaper
A Minnehaha County judge declined to order a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction that would have reinstated the Argus Leader as the legal newspaper for the City of Sioux Falls. The Sioux Falls City Council voted on June 5 to name the Dakota Scout, an outlet founded by two former Argus Leader reporters in August 2022, as the city's official newspaper for legal notices over the Argus Leader, citing cost savings as well as local ownership. ...
South Dakota soldier accounted for from WWII
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) confirmed today that U.S. Army Corporal Robert A. Bartlett, 22, of Pierre, South Dakota, who was killed during World War II, has been officially identified on May 20, 2024. In July 1944, Bartlett served with Company A, 744th Tank Battalion, as a crew member...
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