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South Dakota State University Gears Up for Move-In Weekend as Large Incoming Class and Strong Retention Expected
{KXLG – Brookings, SD} South Dakota State University (SDSU) is preparing for a busy move-in weekend as they anticipate a record number of returning students and a large incoming first-year class. The festivities begin on Friday, August 23rd, and aim to smoothly transition students into their new on-campus living arrangements and welcome them back to the SDSU community.
Owning Your Outdoors: Weber Grills
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On this week’s Owning Your Outdoors, Aaron and Doug Schroeder of Lewis Drug learn what sets Weber grills apart. Dan Flaherty, a representative of Weber, shares with Aaron and Doug the quality of the grill, how long they last, how to get recipes and more.
Summer Bzzz Variety Show combines comedy and music
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A mix of talented musicians and comedians will take the stage at Club 224 on Friday night during the Summer Bzzz Variety Show. In the lower level of Lucky’s Bar in downtown Sioux Falls, attendees will get to see dazzling acts. Those...
Parents encouraged to apply for free, reduced lunch
Back to school time can be fun or stressful for students — but it’s almost always expensive for moms and dads. However, many local families might be eligible for free or reduced price school lunches and breakfasts through the National School Lunch Program. “It is a federal program...
South Dakota Men’s Golf 2024-25 Schedule Under New Coach Green
The South Dakota men's golf team, under first-year head coach Chad Green, has unveiled its competitive schedule for the 2024-25 season. The Coyotes will participate in 10 regular-season tournaments, including notable trips to Arizona and North Carolina in spring. Green aims to challenge the team with high-quality events at championship-level courses, featuring partners like Minnesota, Missouri, and Purdue. The season begins on September 9-10 at the Derek Dolenc tournament in Madison, Illinois, and will include hosting a local tournament at the highly-ranked Landmand Golf Club. The season culminates with the Summit League Championships in Mesa, Arizona, from April 27-29.
NSTA Names 2024 Scholarship Recipient
Sioux Falls, SD (August 16, 2024) - The Northern Seed Trade Association (NSTA) would like to congratulate Katrina Kratzke for winning the 2024 Local Impact Scholarship. Kratzke earned her Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science from the University of Minnesota Crookston and is currently pursuing her Master's Degree in Natural Resources from North Dakota State University.
Tower company expands into solar energy
Sioux Falls-based VIKOR is getting into solar energy. The company recently acquired Iowa-based Trusted Electric Inc., a solar energy construction company with a team of solar energy specialists. The corporate office will remain in Sioux Falls. “VIKOR has the capabilities to execute on the projects we offer, and they have...
NSTA Holds Annual Meeting in Sioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls, SD (August 16, 2024) - The Northern Seed Trade Association convened for NSTA 2024 July 16-18 in Sioux Falls, SD. This year's convention featured a series of educational sessions designed to address current trends, challenges, and innovations in the seed trade industry. The educational sessions were followed by a tour of Boadwine Dairy and the USGS EROS (Earth Resources Observation and Science) Center.
Graves Signs Contract to Play Professionally in Georgia
TBILISI, Georgia – Former Augustana men's basketball student-athlete Jadan Graves has signed a contract to play professionally for BC Orbi, the Georgian Super League club announced earlier this week. Graves, a native of Syracuse, New York, becomes the 24th former Viking to sign a professional contract, the first since...
Meet the new animals at the zoo
Simplified: The Great Plains Zoo welcomed six new animals, including five meerkats and a 2-year-old giraffe named Mario. Mario's arrival this week comes about four months after the death of Chioke, a reticulated giraffe who came to the zoo back in 2007 as just a one-year-old. The Great Plains Zoo is also home to another reticulated giraffe, 17-year-old Olivia Dee.
From wine bars to jazz club, extended family brings destination dining, entertainment to Sioux Falls guests
This paid piece is sponsored by Prairie Family Business Association. Dante Tarabelsi was halfway through a mechanical engineering degree when he literally got a taste of what working for his family business could be like. On a trip with his parents to Napa Valley, California, for his 21st birthday, “I...
Your weekend, simplified: Aug. 16, 2024
Happy Friday! Megan here. First things first: This issue is sponsored by Dakota Adventure Supply. Dakota Adventure Supply creates South Dakota-made adventuring gear that's high quality enough to last a lifetime. Today, they're launching a brand-new, waxed canvas version of their beloved Adventure Tote 44 that's designed with waterproof, ready-for-anything materials. Learn more and snag your bag here. (P.S. They're offering a limited-time introductory price through the end of the month.)
Oh deer! See video of RCFD rescuing a trapped fawn
RAPID CITY, S.D. - The cliché of a cat stuck in a tree had to come from somewhere. It seems that it still happens regularly. Though, this animal was a bit larger than a cat. Rapid City Fire Department shared this video of four of the first responders assisting a fawn out of a drainage ditch in Rapid City. They also provided some pun-ny commentary to accompany the video.
Backpack/School Supply Giveaway Expecting Record Turnout
(Sioux Falls, SD) — Project Supply Our Students is on track to hit record numbers for its annual school supplies giveaway. The Banquet executive director says this year could be the biggest giveaway ever if the milestone number of seven-thousand bags is reached by the end of the week. The distribution is in Sioux Falls, but families from all over South Dakota are welcome to assistance. The last backpack giveaway will be this Saturday at The Banquet.
Motorcycle-SUV Collision Sends Motorcyclist to Hospital in Watertown
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} A 54-year-old Watertown woman is hospitalized with severe injuries following a motorcycle accident Thursday evening. The incident occurred at approximately 5:59 PM at the intersection of 3rd Avenue NE and 2nd Street NE. According to the Watertown Police Department, a 2011 GMC Acadia, driven by...
Looking forward to a beautiful weekend!
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -- We are looking forward to a beautiful weekend ahead! Highs look to remain in the 80s for most of us with a few 90s possible out west by Sunday afternoon. This weekend is looking mainly dry for now, but some isolated showers and storms will be possible by Sunday.
Last chance to splash! Rapid City pools extend hours for Labor Day fun
RAPID CITY, S.D. - The City Parks and Recreation Department has extended the season for the Jimmy Hilton pool at Sioux Park and the Swim Center’s 50-meter outdoor pool, keeping them open through Labor Day weekend with adjusted hours. “Most of our lifeguards are leaving for college or starting...
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