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Majority of tribes say they’ll skip Noem’s public safety summit, though some will attend
Officials from five of South Dakota’s nine Native American tribes said they will not attend Gov. Kristi Noem’s Tribal Public Safety Crisis Summit on Monday in Pierre, but at least two tribes do plan to send representatives. The rest of the guest list and agenda were unclear as of Friday afternoon. ...
SF shooting; Motorcyclist dead; Watertown vandalism
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s Wednesday, June 12. Take a look at our top stories in news and weather with KELOLAND On The GO First@4. Sioux Falls Police said an individual is in critical condition with a gunshot wound following an incident Wednesday morning near the area east of 7th Street and South Fairfax Avenue.
Clark Woman Cited After Getting Stuck in Road Construction Site in Hamlin County
{KXLG – Hazel, SD} A vehicle was found stuck in a road construction site in Hamlin County early Sunday morning, leading to citations for a local Clark woman. At approximately 1 a.m. on June 9th, 2024, a vehicle reportedly bypassed road closure barricades on County Road 438 and 183rd Street. The vehicle subsequently became stuck at the site where a bridge over the railroad used to be. The driver, a 20-year-old woman from Clark, remained in the vehicle overnight.
Watertown City Council and US Army Corps of Engineers work on contracts for Lake Kampeska
WATERTOWN, S.D.(Press Release)- After about a two-hour closed non-public executive session meeting between the City Council and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers about “contracts,” the public portion of the meeting contained a “high-level” update, with more to come on July 8, 2024. Over the past year...
New LATC Conservation Certificate Program Prepares Law Enforcement Officers for Wildlife Conservation Roles
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown School Board approved a new option within its Law Enforcement, a Conservation Certificate program. This addition is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of certified law enforcement officers and graduates, providing them opportunities in tribal and federal law enforcement. The program, developed...
Column: Old Timers Day parade brings back memories
I have a soft spot for Volga’s Old Timers Day celebration and not just because I’m an old timer. My wife and I had skipped this event for several years due to overscheduling. This was nothing less than a severe lack of proper priorities. So, we decided to...
Watertown High School Student Wins $10,000 in Highway Safety’s Lesson Learned SD Program
Pierre, SD: A Watertown High School freshman is the winner of a $10,000 prize – and another $10,000 for his school – by learning to be a safe driver. NAME was announced the winner of this year’s Lesson Learned SD program during an all-school assembly at Watertown High School where he was presented with a $10,000 cash prize. LNAME also gets to choose a Watertown High School program which will receive a $10,000 award as well. The Lesson Learned program is in its 8th year and is sponsored by the South Dakota Office of Highway Safety and the South Dakota Broadcasters Association.
SDSU Extension offers agriculture diversity training at West River Field School
SDSU Extension is offering a free hands-on agricultural learning opportunity at one of its research farms. The West River Field School happens June 18 at the SDSU West River Research Farm near Sturgis. Patrick Wagner is an SDSU Extension Entomology Field Specialist. He said this year’s presentations focus on the...
Pheasant Restaurant leaders accept James Beard Award in Chicago
The head chef and general manager of the Pheasant Restaurant accepted his James Beard Award at a ceremony in Chicago. The James Beard Foundation celebrated Michael Johnson and the restaurant's Assistant General Manager Trevor Clements at the ceremony. The restaurant is one of only six recipients of this year’s America’s...
Good News: Watertown Police Welcome Officer Kelby Jacobson to the Force
{KXLG - Watertown, SD} The Watertown Police Department is proud to introduce the latest member of their law enforcement family, Officer Kelby Jacobson. A native of Aberdeen, Officer Jacobson is a testament to the values of dedication and service. KXLG News reached out to W.P.D. Chief Tim Toomey who emphasized...
Unleash the Adventure! Brookings Bound with a Furry Friend
Brookings offers a warm welcome to animal lovers and their cherished pets, providing amenities to ensure an inclusive and enjoyable visit. In this vibrant community, pet owners can rest easy, knowing their four-legged companions are taken care of. Two excellent pet boarding options, Canine Country Club and Walk n’ Rohl...
City of Watertown Begins Miscellaneous Concrete Project at Various Locations
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The City of Watertown Public Works Department has announced the commencement of its annual miscellaneous concrete project. The project, which will take place in various locations around the city, is set to begin on Thursday, June 13, 2024, weather permitting. The project will focus on...
Golf, baseball and rodeo athletes among the Public Opinion's Top Performers for June 3-9
Golfers, cowboys and cowgirls and baseball players take center stage in the Public Opinion's Top Performers for June 3-9 story. This is the final top performers segment for the 2023-24 school year. So here goes:. Girls Golf. Brynn Roehrich, Clark-Willow Lake — The Cyclone freshman won medalist honors in the...
Brookings to Celebrate Fifth Annual Juneteenth Event
{KXLG – Brookings, SD} The Brookings Human Rights Commission is set to sponsor the fifth annual Brookings Juneteenth Celebration on Wednesday, June 19, at Pioneer Park in Brookings. The event, which will run from 5 to 8 p.m., commemorates the significant U.S. milestone of the emancipation of enslaved Black people, which took place on June 19, 1865.
Bridge Repair to Begin on S.D. Highway 324 South of Brookings
{KXLG – Brookings, SD} A bridge repair project is set to begin on S.D. Highway 324 over Interstate 29 south of Brookings. The project, which involves repair work on three separate bridge structures on Highway 324, is scheduled to begin on Monday, June 17, 2024. As part of the...
Prairie Rep opens 53rd season with ‘Nunsense’
BROOKINGS, S.D. (KELO) – The Prairie Repertory Theatre is opening its 53rd season Wednesday night with the musical comedy, “Nunsense,” which will be the first of four productions this summer. The musical follows the misadventures of five nuns trying to raise money to bury their accidentally poisoned...
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