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South Dakota Veteran's Affairs honors 3 Bristol-area WWII heroes
The South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs is honoring three of Bristol's heroes in August. During World War II, three brothers from the Bristol area died in uniform while serving the U.S. The department will be hosting a State Bridge Dedication Ceremony to honor three brothers, U.S. Navy Radio Man...
Downtown pub’s newest menu is just for pups
The newest menu at a downtown Sioux Falls pub serves a four-legged clientele. This week, Blarney Stone Pub at 333 S. Phillips Ave. introduced its “Bone Apple-teeth” menu that’s available for dogs on the patio. “People are really liking it,” said general manager Nick Wanner. “We’re getting...
Kimball School Board addresses firearms in school based on recent state legislature
KIMBALL -- The Kimball School Board recently discussed a sensitive topic – whether school employees should be allowed to carry a firearm. The meeting's intent was to discuss where the community stands on the topic, but no decisions or changes in policy have been made. A new state law...
Brookings game one walkoff highlights doubleheader split with Brandon Valley
BROOKINGS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Brookings Post 74 and Bob Shelden Field will host the State A Legion Baseball Tournament in two weeks meaning they’ll get an automatic bid into it as the host and won’t have to play in regionals next week. On Friday night they...
SDSU assistant Megan Lueck named head coach of women’s basketball team at Division Three St. Olaf
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - One of Aaron Johnston’s assistant coaches is leaving Brookings for a shot at running her own progam. Megan Lueck was named head coach of the women’s basketball program at Division Three St. Olaf in Northfield, Minnesota, today. It’s a homecoming for...
Dakota Scout to remain Sioux Falls’ legal newspaper
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The Dakota Scout will remain the official legal newspaper for the City of Sioux Falls after a judge denied the motion for a preliminary injunction earlier this week. The injunction would have reversed the city’s decision to appoint The Dakota Scout as the legal...
July 13-25, 2024 Expect South Dakota National Guard Increased Operations On West Camp In Rapid City
The South Dakota National Guard (SDNG) training season is well under way and the West Camp training area will be utilized heavily in the next few weeks by the Officer Candidate School (OCS) and supporting units as the OCS program completes phase three of their training from July 13-25th. Expect...
Celebrity guests meet young cancer patients ahead of 605 Pop Culture Con in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The 3rd annual Voices Against Cancer 605 Pop Culture Con kicks off this weekend at the Sioux Falls Convention Center and Sioux Falls Arena. Stars will take on Sioux Falls to raise money for cancer research. Voices Against Cancer is a non-profit organization whose mission is to assist families right in our area by bringing in celebrity guests, but in the process, the celebrity guests get to make some special connections with local patients at a private event on Friday night.
SDSU Extension accepting applications for Class 7 of beefSD Program
BROOKINGS, S.D. – SDSU Extension announces the opening of applications for Class 7 of beefSD, an educational program for beef producers. Participation in the beefSD program is an opportunity for producers to learn about all aspects of the beef industry and develop skills needed to be successful beef business managers.
Cattitude Cafe completes one year in Sioux Falls community
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Unlike a regular cafe, the Cattitude Cafe allows its customers to spend time with cats. This business brings in benefits from all around the city. Since its opening, the cafe has received immense support from the community of Sioux Falls. “Everybody loves it....
Crazy Days sales in Sioux Falls this weekend
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s a good weekend to do some shopping in Sioux Falls. Many stores in town are hosting crazy days sales. You’ve Been Framed owner Tamara Dettler is hoping for an influx of shoppers at her store at The Bridges at 57th Street.
Missile Silo Construction Could Threaten Sacred Sites
CHEYENNE, WY- Last week the United States Air Force (USAF) met with various tribal representatives at Warren Air Force Base to discuss the upcoming Minute Man Missile construction, and how that construction might negatively impact tribal cultural sites. This meeting was addressed over the weekend at the Great Plains Tribal Chairman's Association (GPTCA) meeting in Rapid City.
Explorers series opener against Sioux Falls postponed, doubleheader set for tomorrow
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) – Tonight’s Sioux City Explorers game against the Sioux Falls Canaries has been postponed due to inclement weather. The pair will play a doubleheader at Lewis and Clark Park, beginning at 5:05 p.m.
Pierce, Pospisil dominate round 2 of Silver Dollar Nationals
BRANDON, S.D. (HUSET’S) – Bobby Pierce and Tad Pospisil scored victories at Huset’s Speedway on Thursday during Night 2 of the 14th annual Silver Dollar Nationals presented by MyRacePass. Pierce led all 40 laps to capture the $10,000-to-win Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series main event during the opening preliminary night of the event that […]
SD team ties for 2nd at 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships
BROOKINGS, S.D. – 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.
Your weekend, simplified: July 19, 2024
Happy Friday! Megan here. This weekend, I'm keeping things pretty short and sweet because a lot of us – including myself – are taking vacations and trying to soak up as much summer as possible before everything shifts to back-to-school mode. You'll get to know the new leader of Sioux Empire United Way. And, I've got the details on a new effort to help people better connect with nonprofits and resources across the community.
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