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Candidate Sarah Corkery says Harris leading ticket will motivate Democratic voters
Sarah Corkery, the 2nd Congressional District Democratic candidate said Tuesday that women’s health care rights will be a crucial issue in the upcoming election — and that having a woman, Vice President Kamala Harris, at the top of the ticket will help Democrats win. Corkery spoke about her commitment to defending legal abortion access at […]
Two-A-Days: Remsen St. Mary’s Hawks
REMSEN, Iowa (KCAU) – Graduating just three seniors, the Remsen St. Mary’s Hawks are reloaded and ready for another big season in 2024. The Hawks bring back 100% of its rushing and receiving yards as well as six of its top seven tacklers from 2023. Leading the charge under center is Landon Waldschmitt. The incoming […]
Federal prison sentence issued against Clear Lake meth dealer
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - Dealing meth is sending a Clear Lake man to federal prison. Andrew Snyder pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and two counts of possession of methamphetamine. Snyder was arrested after a traffic stop on August 29, 2023. Law enforcement says he was found in possession...
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.
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