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Watertown girls golf earns first state title since 1979
YANKTON, SD (KELO) — The Watertown girls golf team brought home the class ‘AA’ state crown on Tuesday snagging Mitchell’s chance at back-to-back state titles. 1979 was the last time Watertown claimed a state title, 45 years later, the Arrows finished with a score of 649 to win the title. Freshman Gabi Olson helped close […]
South Dakota State University Announces Spring 2024 Dean's List
BROOKINGS, SOUTH DAKOTA (June 10, 2024) — More than 3,300 students were recognized for their outstanding academic performance over the sping 2024 semester at South Dakota State University by being named to the Dean's List. To earn dean's list distinctions in SDSU's colleges, students must have completed a minimum...
BERKLAND JOINS SDSU COACHING STAFF
BROOKINGS, S.D. - South Dakota State head volleyball coach Dan Georgalas has announced the addition of Karly Berkland to the Jackrabbit staff. Berkland will serve as a graduate assistant coach. "It's a first for our program to expand our staff to four total coaches and I couldn't be happier with Karly's impact so far," said Georgalas. "She's a strong volleyball mind with great Division I playing experience who has already made an impact in our gym. Her feedback on serve receive and defensive techniques is high-level and I'm excited to have a young coach with such a promising future join...
Brookings Celebrates Tourism with Annual Awards
{KXLG –Brookings, SD} Visit Brookings recently held a week-long celebration to highlight the role of the visitor industry in the city and across the state. Four outstanding individuals and organizations were recognized with annual tourism awards during this event. Jeff Holm, the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Facilities and...
SDHC Shifts Gears, Offering Veterans Writing Workshops in Brookings and Rapid City
{KXLG – Brookings, SD} The South Dakota Humanities Council (SDHC) is transitioning its veterans’ program from a writing contest to a series of in-person workshops focused on storytelling and creative expression. For the past seven years, SDHC has hosted a successful Veterans’ Story Writing Contest, providing a platform...
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Dream 18: Prairie Winds Hole 15 (Par 4)
WATERTOWN, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - It’s hole #4 on our Dream 18, but it’s actually number 15 at Prairie Winds in Watertown. I asked Prairie Winds member Brad Jacobson what do you love about this particular hole?. “Well, it’s just the options that this hole presents between...
'Hard work is paying off' - Mahpiya Luta's Ashlan Carlow-Blount emerges as Division I college basketball prospect
PINE RIDGE — Ashlan Carlow-Blount was offered her first college basketball scholarship on May 28, and then the emotions set in. The Mahpiya Luta High School junior-to-be recently received her first college basketball scholarship offer from Division I North Dakota, culminating years of hard work for the rising prospect.
Primary elections; deadly Tea shooting; Watertown pursuit
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s Tuesday, June 4. Take a look at our top stories in news and weather with KELOLAND On The GO First@4. The South Dakota Primary Election is on Tuesday, June 4. Here’s a few things you should know before heading to the polls.
SDSU Extension offering hands-on learning opportunity at West River Field School
BROOKINGS, S.D. – SDSU Extension is offering western South Dakota residents a hands-on agricultural learning opportunity at one of its research farms. The West River Field School is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT on June 18, 2024, at the SDSU West River Research Farm near Sturgis. It is free, and lunch will be provided.
Local high schoolers fishing in national tournament
WATERTOWN, S.D. (KELO) — Two lifelong friends are traveling from South Dakota to South Carolina to compete in a national fishing tournament. Max Flatten and Sam Spies are both from Watertown and played on the same baseball team as children. However, Spies’ family moved to Sioux Falls when they were in the second grade.
Six Watertown lacrosse teams among 34 set to play in NPLL tourney at the Anza Soccer Complex
Watertown gets its turn to host the Northern Plains Lacrosse League's matches this weekend at the ANZA Soccer Complex. Thirty-four teams are scheduled to compete including Watertown Warriors' teams in varsity boys and girls, junior varsity girls, U14 boys, U12 boys and U10 mixed. Games start at 9 a.m. each...
Watertown upcoming road maintenance projects
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} Weather permitting, the City of Watertown Public Works Department is set to commence its annual mill and overlay road construction projects on Monday, June 10, 2024. The project will occur at various locations around town and is scheduled for completion by Friday, July 12, 2024, pending any unforeseen issues.
Post 22 winning streak hits 13
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) -The Post 22 baseball team hosted Brookings for a doubleheader Thursday afternoon. The Hardhats got the sweep winning 20-8 and 10-0. In game one Alex Dietrich drove in 3 runs on 4 hits with a home run. In game two Hayden Leighty tossed a five inning no-hitter. The Hardhats have now won 13 games in a row and will host Casper on Saturday and Sunday.
Arlington Municipal Tax Rate Change to Take Effect on July 1, 2024
{KXLG – Arlington, SD} Starting July 1, 2024, the municipality of Arlington will implement a 1 percent municipal gross receipts tax. This tax will apply to lodging accommodations, eating establishments, alcohol sales, and admissions. According to South Dakota Codified Law 10-52-9, South Dakota municipalities can implement new tax rates...
Castlewood School District’s Special Education Performance Report Card for 2022-23
{KXLG – Castlewood, SD} The SD Special Education Performance Information has released the 2022-23 public report card for the Castlewood 28-1 School District, among others in the state. Key Findings according to the report:. Graduation Rate: The graduation rate for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) was 64.68%, falling...
8 South Dakota Races For Runners To Lace ‘Em Up
From Sioux Falls to Rapid City, Mitchell to Harrisburg, and Yankton to Watertown, South Dakota has several running events this week. Where To Eat When Traveling South Dakota, Here's 20 To Choose From. 20 South Dakota Restaurants.
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