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Storm gives back through “Lunch is Served”
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A nonprofit that gives away tens of thousands of meals every year in Sioux Falls received a helping hand this week. 48 hours after playing an indoor football game, the Sioux Falls Storm were helping pack lunches at Emmanuel Baptist Church for Lunch is Served.
Patriotic Surprise: Otto’s Corner blooms with flag-inspired flowers
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Drivers passing through Otto’s Corner at the intersection of Omaha Street and West Boulevard are in for a patriotic surprise this Independence Day, thanks to a vibrant display of flowers resembling the United States flag. A month ago, City Greenhouse Specialist John Berglund meticulously planted...
US Forest Services asks public not to call 911 for fire near Piedmont
PIEDMONT, S.D. - A wildfire burning approximately a mile and a half northwest of Piedmont is currently being managed by the Forest Service, which has taken the lead on the response. The fire is being called the "Red Gate Fire." Members of the public are urged not to call 911...
Racing Returns to Huset’s Speedway This Sunday for Metro Construction Night
BRANDON, S.D. (July 1, 2024) – Huset’s Speedway management has been working diligently to repair the facility since the water receded from the recent flooding that hammered the region. Racing has been given the green light to return this Sunday for Metro Construction Night featuring the Midwest Sprint...
SDSU nursing alum receives viral recognition from Montana fan
Evan Wilson, a University of Montana alumnus and avid Griz football fan, never imagined his first viral Facebook post would be him singing the praises of a South Dakota State University grad. On the SDSU Jackrabbit Fans Nations page, Wilson, a stage IV cancer patient, shared his story of the...
Colson Finishes Second at Moccasin Creek in Sanford Series
Sully Buttes’ Gavin Colson would get to a playoff hole to try and win the event on Monday at the Moccasin Creek Golf Course in Aberdeen as part of the Sanford Series, but would finish in second. The Sanford Series is part of the South Dakota Golf Association Junior...
Home along greenway tops sales report at $1.3M
The most expensive residential sale for the week of June 10 was $1.3 million for a home along a greenway in south Sioux Falls. The ranch walkout home was built in 2008 in The Reserve neighborhood. The 4,800-square-foot home has five bedrooms and five bathrooms. Features include a three-sided fireplace, full kitchen in the lower level, a fitness room, hot tub and screened-in deck.
Rapid City's Dinosaur Park more accessible than ever
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Over 1,800 feet of paved path now lead to Rapid City's iconic brontosaurus at Dinosaur Park. The city's Disability Awareness and Accessibility Committee toured the renovations Friday, June 28. The new path features a wheelchair-accessible bridge, fossil designs, and dinosaur names along the railing. Tamie Hopp,...
Vissia resigns as county DOE
Custer County is in search of a new director of equalization after Leah Vissia resigned following an executive session at the Custer County Commission’s June 20 meeting. Her final day in the role is July 5. Vissia started as the head of the county’s equalization office Oct. 21, 2019....
The "a-maize-ing" Corn Palace: A unique attraction in Mitchell
The Corn Palace in Mitchell stands as a unique testament to the region's agricultural heritage and creativity. This iconic structure, now in its third incarnation, has been a cornerstone of the community since 1892. Originally built to attract settlers to the area, the first Corn Palace was constructed on Fourth...
Bank Midwest expands Sioux Falls leadership team
Spirit Lake, Iowa-based Bank Midwest expanded its leadership team in Sioux Falls, S.D., by hiring Karen Waller as vice president of business banking. A seasoned banker with nearly 40 years of experience, Waller has knowledge in commercial lending and retail banking. “Karen’s reputation as a banker is excellent, and her experience in getting to know customers well and understanding their needs is vitally important,” said Market President Rick Rysavy.
Aberdeen, SD Mosquito Spraying scheduled for Wednesday, July 3rd
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Press Release) The City of Aberdeen has scheduled a city-wide ground spray for mosquitoes on Wednesday, July 3rd between the hours of 8:30 pm and 12:30 am. The adulticiding equipment is noisy and travels at 10 mph. The mosquito control trucks are identified and travel with a flashing yellow light. To ensure spray effectiveness during the spraying operations, the wind must be 15 mph or less and no inclement weather present. Winds higher than 15 mph or inclement weather will result in the spray being suspended until conditions improve.
Pet of the week: Meet Foghorn
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - If you’re looking for a new addition to your family and a dog or cat isn’t your thing, then this week’s pet of the week just might be the one for you. Meet Foghorn the rooster! Foghorn has a calm attitude, and...
Former Tribal Police Dispatcher Convicted in 30-Year-Old MMIP Case
An enrolled member of the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate tribe was convicted last week of voluntary manslaughter in a three-decades-old cold case on the Lake Traverse Indian Reservation in South Dakota. Jay Adams, 58, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, and ordered...
Check out the 10th Annual Deadwood 3-Wheeler Rally as it roars Into South Dakota
DEADWOOD, S.D. - The Deadwood 3-Wheeler Rally gears up for its 10th anniversary from July 7 through 12, drawing hundreds of trikes to the scenic Black Hills of South Dakota. Hosted at the Deadwood Days of '76 Event Complex (DEC) on 501 Main Street, the rally has been anchored by the First Gold Gaming Resort since its inception in 2015. Over the past 9 years, trikers from across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and even Alaska have converged here, with 651 participants and 358 trikes currently registered from 36 states.
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