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Watertown Man Arrested After Firing Shots at Apartment Building
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} On July 14th, 2024, at approximately 6:43 AM, officers with the Watertown Police Department (WPD) were dispatched to the 100 block of 1st Avenue Southwest for a reported dispute between two males. According to a press release from the WPD, a caller reported gunshots in...
Rapid City's diverging diamond interchange earns regional award
Rapid City's diverging diamond interchange wins a regional America's Transportation Award. Officials selected the intersection, located at I-90 and LaCrosse Street, from among 32 projects in 15 states. As a medium-sized project costing between $10 and $100 million, it won in the Best Use of Technology and Innovation category. “We...
Brookings Summer Arts Festival attendees not deterred by heat
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The 53rd annual Brookings Summer Arts Festival was open to the public on Saturday morning. The art festival usually takes place every second weekend of July at the Pioneer Park. This year, it observed around 175 artists present from all over the nation.
Yankton and Brookings claim USA State softball wins
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Yankton Fury Black and the Brookings Outlaws both to advance in USA softball pool play Saturday afternoon. The Yankton Fury Black earned the 5-1 win over Sanford Sports Academy. The Yankton team started off strong breaking out three runs in the first inning. The team had seven hits. The Brookings […]
July 14 Amateur Baseball Roundup - Madison outlasts Cornbelt League foe Canova in extra innings
CANOVA — Dawson Bakker’s RBI-single lifted Madison over Canova in an extra-inning Cornbelt League victory Sunday. Bakker drove in one run on one hit, Ty Jorgenson drove in a run on three hits, Matt Burpee collected one hit and three walks, while Heith Williams and Tyler Tappe each tallied hits in the victory.
Smithsonian Exhibit on small towns being held at Rapid City Library
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Smithsonian and small area organizations at the Rapid City library highlight the history and innovations created by small towns. Spark! Places of Innovation is the Smithsonian Exhibit being hosted at the library. The goal is to educate the social, artistic, cultural, and historical innovations small towns, much like the ones in South Dakota, have contributed to the larger world. Additionally, The Rapid City library is bringing in area groups and speakers to discuss how they have made an impact in the community.
4 dead in 3 days of Sioux Falls crashes
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO)– Four people have died on the streets of Sioux Falls in just three days. Police provided details on the deadly crashes and what led up to all three crashes. The most recent crash killed two people early Sunday morning on North Cliff Avenue. Police say...
Two Little Bees Family Farm hosting ‘You-Pick Flowers’ event
GARRETSON, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Two Little Bees Family Farm is located just outside of Garretson, and the farm offers a fun opportunity for guests. Owners Kyle and Brittany Lessman visited to share details about an upcoming event that gives you the chance to pick your own flowers. Ticketed...
Lake Alvin beach and boat ramps to close Monday
HARRISBURG, S.D. (KELO) — The Lake Alvin Recreation Area swim beach and boat ramps will be closed beginning Monday, July 15. Crews will be working on beach area renovations and spillway replacement projects, announced South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP). “The beach area parking lot and road leading...
Sioux Falls City falls to FC Pride in region semis
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — After double overtime penalty kicks decided the fate of the WPSL Central Region semifinal, and it would not fair in Sioux Falls favor. FC pride won 5-4 in penalty kicks sending them to the Central Region Championship. Both teams were tied at two entering into double overtime and towards the […]
Sioux Empire United Way announces new CEO
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sioux Empire United Way (SEUW) announced this week that Lisa Romkema has been selected to serve as the organization’s CEO, effective July 29. “We are thrilled to welcome Lisa Romkema as the next CEO. Her extensive fundraising experience, strong connections to the...
Gravel portion of Washington Ave. closed today
Beginning today, a portion of Washington Avenue will be closed to public travel. The City of Madison says the closure is for utility construction work as part of the Trojan Village Addition Development. The closure will remain in place until construction is complete on that section of the roadway. The portion that will be closed is the gravel portion of Washington Avenue between 15th Street and the DSU Foundation Building, at 1400 N. Washington Avenue.
ORR board tables AI policy discussion
The Oldham-Ramona-Rutland School Board postponed their discussion of a potential policy regarding artificial intelligence (AI) within the district at their July 9 meeting. In recent years, AI has emerged as one education's most hot-button issues, with superintendent Dawn Hoeke saying that because of this, many districts have held off forming official policies to better gauge the response from other school systems as well as the state at large.
Watertown Yard of the Month Winners Announced for June
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Yard of the Month Committee proudly announced the winners for June! These residents and businesses have been recognized for their beautiful landscaping and contributions to the curb appeal of Watertown. Ward A: Jim & Margo Spiering - 608 11th St. NE. Ward B: Victor...
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