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Brookings Regional Humane Society Takes in Over 50 Animals, Intake Temporarily Closed
{KXLG – Brookings, SD} The Brookings Regional Humane Society (BRHS) is facing a temporary closure of its animal intake services due to a large influx of animals. In coordination with Brookings Community Service Officers, undertook an urgent animal intake operation involving over 55 cats, kittens, and four dogs from a single household. The homeowner had unfortunately passed away, leaving the animals in need of shelter and care.
Stevens of Women’s Golf Named CSC Third Team Academic All-American
AUSTIN, Texas, – Molly Stevens of Augustana women's golf was named CSC Third Team Academic All-American, College Sports Communicators announced earlier this week. Stevens, who recently concluded her golf career with the Vikings, was placed on the third team for the first time in her career. The Northfield, Minnesota,...
Travis Denning-Conner Smith to Sioux Empire Fair
Kickin' Country is pumped! Two rising stars in Country Music are set to take the Billion Automotive Main Stage at The 85th Annual Sioux Empire Fair! See Travis Denning and Conner Smith on Tuesday August 6, 2024 [7:30 PM] at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds in Sioux Falls. Pit Pass tickets...
Sanford Health Receives AHA Award For Stroke Care
(Sioux Falls, SD) — Sanford Medical Center is being honored by the American Heart Association for its outstanding stroke patient care. The “Get with the Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus” recognition means the USD Medical Center is saving more lives and reducing disability for those who suffered a stroke by using the latest research and evidence-based guidelines. Strokes happen when a blood vessel carrying oxygen to the brain is blocked by a clot or bursts and are the fifth leading cause of death and disability in the U.S.
Why Sioux Falls named its new skate park after a former teacher
Simplified: The city formally opened the Barb Iverson Skate Plaza late last week. The park's namesake, though, wasn't a skater at all, but rather a middle school teacher who became a mentor, advocate and even a maternal figure to generations of Sioux Falls skaters. Why it matters. The 25,000-square-foot skate...
Love animals? Don't miss these upcoming events
This is a paid piece from the Great Plains Zoo. Simplified: The Great Plains Zoo and its sister campus at the Butterfly House and Aquarium have an event-packed few weeks for everyone trying to soak up the last bit of summer fun before back-to-school season. Here's a look at what's happening.
What to know about the Outdoor Campus expansion
Simplified: The Outdoor Campus is adding a $7.1 million expansion to its Sioux Falls location to keep up with increasing demand for its free classes and programs aimed at connecting people with outdoor activities. Here's a look at what's to come. Why it matters. The Outdoor Campus, run by the...
Police Release Name of Sioux Falls Crash Victim
(Sioux Falls, SD) — Police are identifying the man who died in a Sioux Falls crash last week as John Louis Martin. The 63-year-old Sioux Falls man was killed last week on East 26th Street near Village Square Circle when the pickup truck he was driving crossed the westbound lanes of traffic and hit a light pole and a tree. The crash is still being investigated.
Sweet Justice: Police Make Candy Salad with Donuts, Internet Can’t Get Enough
Social media can't get enough of the Candy Salad challenge!. If your office and coworkers have yet to throw your hat, or candy, into the bowl what are you waiting for?. You know that some who wear the badge have a sweet tooth. Some of Sioux Falls's finest and the Police Chief didn't want to be left out.
Olson, Sonnenschein Finish Two-Three at Rapid City Two Day Event
Pierre Governors Luke Olson and Sawyer Sonnenschein would both finish in the top three on Tuesday after a two day event in Rapid City as Olson finished second and Sonnenschein third. The event was played at Red Rock on Monday and Meadowbrook Golf Course on Tuesday. Olson was four shots...
Errors, Walks Costly for Post 8 in Doubleheader Sweep
Sioux Falls West would take advantage of errors and walks in a doubleheader sweep of Pierre Post 8 on Tuesday with the Eights falling 5-1 in game one and 11-8 in game two in Sioux Falls. West would reach base with a two out error in the bottom of the...
Free summer matinees at West Mall 7
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – By this point in summer vacation you might be running out of ways to keep the kids entertained, especially when it’s too hot, too rainy or too buggy outside. Inside West Mall 7 Theaters it’s cool, dry and bug-free. Plus, every Tuesday, Wednesday...
Former Tavern 180 has new name as owners plan second location downtown
The bar and restaurant that used to be Tavern 180 now is called Jack Rose Social Club. It’s located on the southwest corner of 69th Street and Western Avenue and has been owned for the past couple of years by Commonwealth Group, which also owns Tinner’s Public House and Deuces Casino.
Dacotah Bank Announces Permanent Closure of Henry Branch
{KXLG – Henry, SD} Dacotah Bank has announced the permanent closure of its Henry branch location on October 31, 2024. According to a letter sent to customers, the closure is due to transaction volume, staffing levels, and security concerns. The bank says that customers’ accounts and information will remain...
SDSU project opens more STEM research pathways for Native American students
A new South Dakota State University project aims to give Native American students interested in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in scientific research and discovery. The project, led by primary investigators Derek Brandis, an SDSU post-doctorate research associate, and Jihong Cole-Dai, a professor...
SF Ambush wins 3rd Presidents Cup Soccer title for Dakota Alliance
WICHITA, KS (Dakota News Now) -The Sioux Falls Ambush girls made it to the USYS Presidents Cup championships by finishing 2nd in the Region Tournament held in Sioux Falls in June. The top two teams in each age bracket advanced to Wichita, KS and as irony would have it, EBU-Wisconsin defeated Ambush in that title game in South Dakota.
A Look at Pink Floyd’s ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ Sioux Falls Event
For more than 50 years now Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon has set the standard for staying power as the most iconic album in music history. Sometime in 2024, the band's eighth studio album will surpass 1,000 weeks on the Billboard Album Chart, marking more than 19 years of time in the Top 200; a feat that will likely never be duplicated.
Yankton and SF West get Legion Baseball doubleheader sweeps
YANKTON and SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -It was a busy night for Legion Baseball Tuesday night in both Yankton and Sioux Falls. Yankton won a pair of thrilling 6-5 games over Renner as two of South Dakota’s best clashed. Easton Feser smashed a solo HR in game one and Owen Wishon knocked in Matthew Sheldon with the tying run in the 5th inning and the game-winner in walk-off fashion in the bottom of the 7th for a 6-5 win. The second game ended with the same score on a bases-leaded walk.
Doughnut shop to expand into former Hardee’s location
A locally owned doughnut shop is adding a second location to keep up with its growing wholesale business. The new Mr. Donuts that’s coming to the former Hardee’s building at 1010 E. 10th St. also will serve east-side customers, owner Stev Meas said. He has painted the exterior...
The Price Is Right contestant helps St. Francis House with a new washer and dryer
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Every once in a while you see a South Dakotan come on down during The Price is Right game show, it’s rare, but when it happens it’s exciting to watch them; especially when they win something. But what one Sioux Falls man...
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