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Sioux Falls School District committees will look into AI, phone use in schools
The Sioux Falls School District plans to assemble a committee of 25-30 people who will discuss the topic of phone use in schools, Assistant Superintendent Jamie Nold said at a school board retreat on Monday. “There’s no question that cell phones can be a problem in a school setting, especially for some students that just cannot manage that,” Nold said, noting it’s a problem at high, middle and even elementary schools. ...
Metro Communications passes tough tests in first year of operation
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) — The first year of city management of Metro Communications saw a couple of major challenges. Metro is the emergency communications and dispatch center for city police and fire crews…as well as for the Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Department. There were two high-profile outages of 911 services during Metro’s first year. Assistant Fire Chief Mike Gramlick, Metro’s interim director, says the agency handled those outages well and is ready to deal with similar problems going forward.
Authorities looking for missing teen in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls Police are looking for a missing teen. Lennox Harwood, 13, was last seen on Monday near 14th and Minnesota Avenue, according to the police department’s Facebook page. Lennox is 5’4″ and was wearing a blue T-shirt. Those who may...
Slaughter's House: SDSU confident for OSU matchup, former Cowboy wrestler fighting for UFC contract
The South Dakota State University football team isn't coming to Stillwater Saturday for a moral victory. When you're a two-time reigning national champion and winner of 29 straight games, moral victories don't exist. That's what Jackrabbit head coach Jimmy Rogers says, anyhow. "We've given up moral victories here for a...
Sioux Falls Pork Showdown returns for 4th year
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The Sioux Falls Pork Showdown is returning this September for its fourth year with 26 downtown restaurants. From September 1-30, customers will vote on the best pork dish in downtown. The voting categories include the use of pork, flavor, tenderness, presentation and customer service. Customers can vote and rank each restaurant through the DTSF Digital Passport App.
Box Elder & Ellsworth Virtual Career Expo: Register now for job opportunities
The Department of Labor and Regulation’s Rapid City Job Service, in partnership with the city of Box Elder and Ellsworth Air Force Base, will host a virtual Career Expo on Thursday, Sept. 12, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. MDT. This online event will connect job seekers with employers...
Milbank School District Accepts Produce Donations
Through its enrollment in the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) farm to table program, the Milbank School District is now accepting donations of fruits and vegetables. Those interested in contributing should contact John Trevett, food service director for the district, at 605-237-0501. The federal program helps child nutrition...
PHOTO OF THE DAY: THAT 1970s VIBE
Heritage Hall Museum & Archives posted this photo as part of its weekly look back on Monday, Aug. 26 along with the following description. This fleet of service trucks, as pictured 45 years ago, reflects one of Freeman’s three-generation family businesses, Kleinsasser Heating and Cooling. The photo appeared in a special Freeman Centennial section of the May 30, 1979 Freeman Courier.
Review area set for a new Black Hills Energy plant
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — The formal process of commencing action by a local review committee has received a green light for another proposed power plant that Black Hills Energy wants to build in Rapid City. The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission on Tuesday set t. Staff recommended a five-mile...
We Have Your Ticket to Great Entertainment at the Goss Opera House!
The Goss Opera House has been a jewel in the heart of downtown Watertown, SD, for well over a century. From musical performances and live theater to youth education and community events, there is always something happening at the Goss. AARP South Dakota is proud to support the 2024-2025 season...
Credit union leader grew from college job to branch manager
This week’s Up-and-Comer is Isaac VanOrman, branch manager of Voyage Federal Credit Union, Dawley Farm Village. While graduating from USD, I was working for Vermillion FCU during the merger transition with Voyage, which made it an easy decision to move to Sioux Falls. As a kid, traveling to Sioux Falls for sports was always exciting since there were so many more activities to do compared to my hometown.
Knights sweep and Warriors rally past Riders for opening night victories in volleyball
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -The O’Gorman Knights looked like the #2 team in AA volleyball Tuesday night with a 3-0 sweep of Yankton on their home floor. But the 3rd-ranked Warriors of Washington needed a big rally to beat Roosevelt after losing the first set 27-25 and trailing 2-1. They won the tiebreaker 15-6.
Governors Set New School Record as Team, Sonnenschein Win Invite
The Pierre Governor golf team has a goal to leave a mark in history after this season and they would take a step on Tuesday setting a new school record at Hillsview Golf Course in Pierre, winning the event. Sawyer Sonnenschein also had tied the school record as he would...
Rapid City poised for near $80M jump in budget
The way the budget is currently shaping up could mean as much as a 30% increase over last year’s figures. In his initial proposal, Rapid City mayor Jason Salamun aimed for a $340 million budget, nearly $80 million over last year. Salamun said it’s a head turning jump in...
Chargers Close Out MMU Invite
YANKTON, S.D. – The Briar Cliff University men's golf team has finished the Mount Marty Invite. The tournament was played at the Hillcrest Golf and Country Club, a Par-72. Morningside shot +5 (296-285=581) to win by one stroke over Doane and Northeast Community College. Rounding out the top five were Doane "B" (4th - +17 – 296/297=593) and Concordia (Neb.) (5th - +22 – 303/295=598).
City aquatic bond vote delayed again
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — The city of Sioux Falls has decided to delay any decisions on an aquatics bond vote yet again. On Monday, the city canceled a meeting that would’ve discussed the aquatics bond during an informational meeting. Rich Merkouris, Vice Chair of Sioux Falls City...
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