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Renner, Sioux Falls East lead Class A Legion all-state selections
The 2024 Class A Legion All-State teams have been released. The Renner Royals and Sioux Falls East tied with the most all-state selections with five, while Harrisburg Gold received the most first-team selections with four. First Team:. Kaden Rylance, Watertown; Eli Kokenge, Harrisburg Gold; Sullivan Schlimgen, Renner Royals; Aiden Zerr,...
Coyotes picked fifth in preseason Summit League poll
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Coming off a conference tournament appearance in 2023, the South Dakota women's soccer team was picked fifth in the Summit League's preseason poll, announced by the conference Tuesday morning. The Coyotes received 32 points in the poll to be picked fifth. Denver, South Dakota State,...
Avera Medical Minute: The journey to Charcot pain relief
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Some mornings, it can take a little extra motivation to get up and get moving, but what if every step you took was filled with pain?. In this Avera Medical Minute, we introduce you to a rare condition and the Miller woman who’s determined to take her life back from excruciating pain.
SAM On Demand launches full city service for weekdays
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - SAM On Demand is now up and running for all of Sioux Falls during the weekdays, joining the already-running Saturday service. Via, the city’s public transportation operator, launched the service with the intent of covering 100 percent of city limits with some form of public transportation.
Howard treatment center helping homeless with addiction
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – An addiction treatment center in Howard is helping homeless people and others recover from their addictions. iRecover.US began in April 2023 and has already helped over 200 people go through their four to eight-week program. A lot of those people, the organization said, are experiencing homelessness, which adds an extra layer to their recovery.
At least 12 die in motorcycle accidents before, during and after 2024 Sturgis rally
Three people died in motorcycle accidents during the recently concluded Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, according to the official tally of the South Dakota Department of Public Safety, but the actual number of motorcycle-involved traffic deaths in the state from the days before, during and after the event is 12. The department, which includes the Highway Patrol, […]
Mitchell Second Chance High School earns special kudos from Culver’s
On July 18th, Culver’s celebrated its 40th anniversary as a company with its Mitchell store marking its 23rd year in town. As part of the celebration, Jen Bradley said each store was encouraged to make a donation to a special cause of their choice. Mitchell’s Culver’s chose Second Chance High School.
Yankton Riverboat Days festival to offer full weekend of events & entertainment
YANKTON, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Yankton Riverboat Days and Summer Arts Festival held in Riverside Park and around Yankton is happening this weekend. Rose Hauger, the executive director of Yankton Area Arts, visited to share all that’s in store for Riverboat Days — from food to live music to art vendors.
Madison Central reduces free school lunch days, changes high school policies
The Madison Central School District will only offer one free day of lunch this year. In past years, about a week of free breakfast and lunch was provided to students. Business Manager Mitch Brooks said this is done to give families and students more time to fill out applications for the free and reduced school lunch program.
PHOTO OF THE DAY: COUNTDOWN TO CLASSES
It will soon be back-to-school time for students and educators across the state, with the 2024-25 term beginning next week for local schools. Marion will start Monday, Aug. 19, Freeman Public begins on Tuesday and Freeman Academy and Menno will both start Wednesday, Aug. 21. There are several activities planned in advance of the start of the year:
Brookings Area Residents Gear Up for Annual Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Event
{KXLG – Brookings, SD} This Saturday, residents of Brookings and surrounding counties, including a few in the local KXLG Radio listening area of Deuel and Hamlin, will have a chance to safely dispose of unwanted household hazardous waste (HHW) at the City of Brookings Regional Landfill's annual free drop-off event.
Services held Saturday for WWII U.S. Army Corporal Robert A. Bartlett
A soldier from South Dakota killed in northern France during WWII is now buried next to his parents in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery near his hometown of Blunt. DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra attended the service and shares the following:. The remains of 22 year old...
District Overhauls Math Curriculum, Implements New Science Programs
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown School Board was presented with summer curriculum changes by Tricia Walker, K-12 Instructional Design, mainly focusing on math and science education. The changes, outlined in a recent district update, aim to enhance student learning outcomes and better prepare students for future academic and career paths; however, Board Member Jean Moulton expressed some concerns.
Discover the New Roof Trail: Jewel Cave’s latest restoration project
CUSTER, S.D. – The Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund recently supported a major rehabilitation project on the Roof Trail at Jewel Cave National Monument. This quarter-mile trail offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the connection between the monument's surface and subsurface resources. The rehabilitation is a key step toward enhancing accessibility for all visitors.
‘Moonlit Movies’ brings film fans of all ages to Main Street Square
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - 2024′s third and final installment of Moonlit Movies brought dozens of Harry Potter fans to Main Street Square Monday night, with an outdoor showing of ‘Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban’ playing on a large inflatable screen. The series of movie screenings is a partnership between Main Street Square and Elks Theater.
Madison High School Gives Update on New Cell Phone Policy
Students in Madison will be heading back to school one week from today. The Madison Central School Board held their final regular meeting before the start of the school year on Monday, and reviewed changes to the school handbooks. Madison High School Principal Adam Shaw highlighted some of the changes, which include a new policy for cell phones at MHS.
Team from Hill City takes home two 1st place finishes from Verendrye Museum Backyard BBQ Contest
The annual Verendrye Museum Backyard BBQ contest was held Aug. 10, 2024, during Trader Days in Fort Pierre. The team winners are as follows:. El Jefe and Gary Ronning of Hill City. Southern Sons of Pierre. Shane Alexander of Hill City. Prairie ATV, Abe Elder. Butch Davis of Fort Pierre.
City Provides More Info on New Hours for Yard Waste Site
The City of Madison gave an update Monday on the new operating times for the Madison Yard Waste Site. In a press release, the Public Works Department said they appreciate the public’s input and understand the inconvenience that the restricted hours at the Yard Waste Site have caused. The...
Splash Bash Tonight for DownTown in MadTown
DownTown in MadTown continues tonight for the fifth week in downtown Madison. DownTown in MadTown takes place from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in the 100-blocks of North and South Egan Avenue. Tonight Josh Roy will perform, and it will also be Splash Bash. There will be food vendors, booths, and also several water activities for kids. DownTown in MadTown tonight is sponsored by DSU, Heartland Energy, Falcon Plastics, Lite Floor and Northwestern Energy.
Little Blessings in Jeopardy, Childcare Crisis Threatens Codington County Workforce
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} A pressing childcare shortage in Codington County was again addressed today; at the heart of the issue is the potential closure of Little Blessings, a longstanding and the largest childcare provider in the county, of over 30 years, serving 125 children from 95 families, who work for 80 area businesses.
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