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South Dakota Prep Media Football Preseason Poll
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The high school football season begins for the state’s four smallest classes this week, which mean the 2024 preseason poll has been released. The preseason South Dakota Prep Media Football Poll is listed below, ranking the top-five teams and points received. First-place votes are listed in parentheses. CLASS 11AAA1. Harrisburg […]
Ribbon Cutting for Madison Connection to Lewis & Clark to be Held on Wednesday
A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on Wednesday, to celebrate Madison’s connection to the Lewis & Clark Regional Water System. After a 34 and a half year wait, Madison began receiving water from a dedicated Lewis and Clark line on August 2, officially becoming the 19th member connected to the water system. Madison had been receiving water through a “wheeling plan” that went into operation in 2017.
Generations of leadership: The Mickelson family
This paid piece is sponsored by Children’s Home Society. It has been said that old friends are the best friends, which is just one reason Children’s Home Society of South Dakota cherishes the Mickelsons. The history of South Dakota’s prominent Mickelson family and the history of CHS have...
‘Another notch in the legacy of PBR baseball’
MITCHELL, S.D. (KELO) — Dell Rapids PBR claimed the Class ‘B’ amateur baseball championship this weekend for its first title since 2007. PBR claimed five wins over the course of nine days and held the opposition to three runs or fewer in each game. It closed the tournament with three wins in three days, including […]
Slow Down! Sioux Falls PD Looking for Speeders inside School Zones
School bells have already started ringing throughout the Sioux Empire, and Sioux Falls Schools are set to kick off their new school year on Thursday, (August 22). With school back in session, the Sioux Falls Police Department is busy issuing a little reminder to motorists to be mindful of speed limits inside school zones.
Explorer students welcomed back with music
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Summer vacation is coming to an end this month for students across KELOLAND. The first day of school for students at Explorer Elementary in the Harrisburg School District may have had a dreary start, but things certainly brightened up once they walked inside. Kids...
Why we probably won't see a 2024 Farm Bill update
Breastfeeding comes with many benefits for new parents and babies — but also many challenges. We talk to a Sanford Health lactation consultant about what's "normal" and where to get the support you need. Sen. John Thune joins us to discuss the Farm Bill. We learn why we probably...
DOC has said Harrisburg isn’t only sewer option
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The proposed new men’s prison in Lincoln County may not need to link into the Harrisburg wastewater treatment system in order to be built. State officials have said that a wastewater lagoon system could be built for the prison. The new prison would...
3 suspects sought after liquor store break-in that was caught on surveillance video
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls police are investigating a break-in Sunday night at a liquor store on South Cliff Avenue. It was caught on surveillance video and now the owner is asking for the public’s help. The break-in happened Sunday night at 11:30 pm at the...
Across the Table with Andrea Smith
When running a business, you might think that the bottom line is what matters most. But for today’s Across the Table guest, what matters most are the values that drive you. We recently sat down with business owner Andrea Smith at JJ’s Wine, Spirits & Cigars to learn more about the values that drive her.
Watertown attempted murder; Presho motorcycle crash
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s Tuesday, August 20. Take a look at our top stories in news and weather with KELOLAND On The GO First@4. A 31-year-old Watertown man is behind bars, facing a list of serious charges, including attempted murder and burglary. One man is dead...
Popular Sioux Falls Restaurant Closing Eastside Location
A restaurant that has been part of the Sioux Falls dining scene for most of the last 45 years is closing the doors at one of its two locations. Monday (August 19) afternoon, The Keg Chicken made an announcement on its Facebook page that the east side location on Arrowhead Parkway is closing.
Police to pay extra attention to school zone driving violations
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) — Depending on where you live, the new school year already has, or is about to resume. With that in mind, Sioux Falls police Sergeant Travis Olsen has some friendly advice for drivers. Olsen says police will spend more time patrolling school zones for violators...
Streets to close for Sioux Falls Marathon
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Sioux Falls Marathon is set for August 25th. Numerous streets across Sioux Falls will close starting at 6 a.m. on Sunday. As runners from across the country come to Sioux Falls to participate in the marathon, half marathon and 5k, the following streets will be closed on Sunday and will reopen once the final runner clears the area:
Public Notice of High-Risk Offender Release in Rapid City
{KXLG – Rapid City, SD} The South Dakota Department of Corrections has issued a public notification regarding the recent release of state prison offender Cory Yellow Boy. This announcement intends to inform law enforcement and the general public about the potential risks associated with Yellow Boy’s release. Secretary...
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