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Scranton tractor ride draws many enthusiasts
Forty-one drivers drove classic tractors in the annual Scranton tractor ride last Saturday morning. Organized by Dawn Rudolph, the route went south, stopping in Bayard at Landus for a mid-morning break. The cool weather was appreciated by the drivers and riders. The event started and ended at the Scranton Community...
Thunderstorms bring overnight rain to KELOLAND
Good morning KELOLAND! Showers and thunderstorms brought widespread rainfall to eastern KELOLAND overnight. We are seeing some clearing early this morning in Sioux Falls, but clouds will try to return during the day at times. The map below shows the latest 24 hour rainfall totals as of 6am. Sioux Falls...
Two fentanyl dealers sentenced in Rapid City after fatal overdose
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Two Rapid City women convicted of Conspiracy to Distribute a Controlled Substance Resulting in Death have been sentenced. Christina Sanchez, 25, and Katey McGruder, 35, took part in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy in Rapid City. McGruder and her husband Curtis Cummings received large amounts of fentanyl from a source in Colorado and brought the fentanyl back to Rapid City, where it was further distributed by Sanchez and others.
With certifications in Arizona and Missouri, voters in eight states will decide on abortion-related ballot measures in 2024, the most on record for a single year
Voters in eight states—Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Missouri, New York, Nevada, and South Dakota—will decide on abortion-related ballot measures in Nov. 2024. This is the most on record for a single year. Initiatives are pending signature verification in three additional states—Arkansas, Montana, and Nebraska. Measures were most...
The 84th Sturgis Rally aftermath
Sturgis, S.D. (KELO) — The 84th Sturgis Rally ended just a few days ago and already the city is getting back to normal day-to-day operations. This year’s rally attendance was up around 3% compared to last year. “Last year it was 458,000 and this year it was 470,000....
New microschool in Sioux Falls looks to enroll students for upcoming school year
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Two elementary school teachers decided to leave public education and take their skills to a new business endeavor - Genesis Academy. Founders of Genesis Academy said that their new microschool is an educational program making its way to the heartland. The goal is to bring students the experience of a modern, one-room schoolhouse with a homeschool family atmosphere.
South Dakota Little League team falls against Florida in first game of World Series
The Sioux Falls Little League team more than held their own against Florida, but ultimately fell in their first game of the Little League World Series 2-1. South Dakota took the lead in the fourth inning. After going hitless through three, they got one when they needed it most. After loading the bases on two walks and a bunt single,...
A few showers and storms are possible overnight
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms will be possible tonight into Thursday morning. A few stray storms develop Thursday afternoon around the Black Hills and into southwest South Dakota. Friday afternoon and early evening will feature a better chance for storms. Hot air returns just...
Doon man arrested on strangling charge
DOON—A 28-year-old Doon man was arrested about 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, on a charge of domestic abuse assault impeding air/blood flow causing bodily injury. The arrest of Joshua Jeffrey Van Schepen stemmed from a 911 call regarding a domestic assault in progress at a residence in Doon, according to the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office.
Kim Reynolds seeks waiver from Summer EBT food program, says state can serve more kids
Iowa is seeking a waiver to opt out of a federal program to provide grocery money to low-income kids next summer and instead use the money to provide boxes of food that could be picked up at participating organizations around the state. Gov. Kim Reynolds' announcement Thursday comes after she drew widespread criticism...
Iowa DOT’s Pete Hjelmstad: Bridge construction updates, other projects of interest; travel reminders regarding back to school & Labor Day weekend
COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS BROUGHT TO YOU BY FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER:. The Iowa Department of Transportation’s Pete Hjelmstad joined the morning show (8/15/24) to talk about the latest updates regarding the bridge replacements on Highway 14, 18, 218 and at Lansing along with other construction projects. He also reminded listeners about students going back to school and the upcoming Labor Day weekend.
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