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How does Robert Bennis Elementary rank according to the South Dakota state report card?
RAPID CITY, S.D. — South Dakota maintains a state Report Card system that grades each public school on a variety of metrics. We are sharing the results of the report card for every school to see how each school measures up. It is worth noting that these statistics only...
Doctors form group to support abortion-rights ballot measure
A new group of doctors will join the effort to pass a ballot measure that would reinstate abortion rights in South Dakota. “Hopefully we can inject some reality into what I’m sure will be a little bit of a contentious, very rhetoric-filled issue,” said Amy Kelley, a Sioux Falls OB-GYN and co-chair of the group. […]
South Dakota veteran receives Patriot of the Year
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — A South Dakota veteran has been awarded nationally in recognition of his service. Republican Rep. Ken Teunissen received the National Patriot of the Year award from the Military Order of the Purple Heart. The Military Order of the Purple Heart is an organization of around 45,000 individuals that strives to help combat wounded veterans assist each other nationwide.
NHSFR Rodeo Wraps Up–Team South Dakota Finishes 9th
The National High School Finals Rodeo wrapped up on Saturday with the short-go and South Dakota was well represented this year. Arina Haugen from Sturgis qualified for the finals in three different events and was named the All-Around Rookie Cowgirl. In the team standings, South Dakota finished sixth in the...
South Dakota delegates look ahead to DNC
21-year-old Mohamed Mohamed of Sioux Falls will be one of 20 delegates representing South Dakota at August's Democratic National Convention in Chicago. The soon-to-be-junior at the University of South Dakota is the youngest of the 20.
Sisseton Woman Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement and Theft from Tribal Organization
{KXLG – Sisseton, SD} U.S. Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that Amanda Joy Quinn, age 42, of Sisseton, SD, appeared before U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann on June 24, 2024, and pleaded guilty to an Indictment charging her with Embezzlement and Theft from an Indian Tribal Organization. The...
MITCHELL HIGH SCHOOL BACK TO SCHOOL DAY
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Mitchell High School Principal, Mr. Justin Siemsen, has announced that the first day of school will be Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Back to School Registration Day for MHS students will be Wednesday, July 31, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to noon, and from 1:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m. Students will receive their class schedule and laptop at this time. Completion of the online Annual Information Update (found in Parent Portal via Infinite Campus) and Student Online Info Form (found on the MHS website) is required before the student can receive their schedule or laptop. MHS website: https://www.mitchell.k12.sd.us/ Student information packets were mailed to all high school students. If you did not receive the packet, contact the high school office as soon as possible (995-3034). Students that are new to the district must provide a copy of a birth certificate and an immunization record. A locker will be assigned to any student who desires one. A deposit fee of $5 will be charged for the locker key. A $10.00 fee will be charged for replacement keys. Student pictures will also be taken on July 31st. All students must have their picture taken for student IDs. If a student is unable to attend registration, picture make-up day will be Thursday, September 19th. Hot lunches will be served on the first day of school. The cost for lunch at the high school is $3.00 for students; the cost for breakfast is $2.00. Activity passes for school sponsored activities for the 2024-2025 school year will be sold for $40.00 for students in grades K-12. All checks should be made payable to Mitchell School District. It is requested that two separate checks be written for activity passes and lunch account payments. Debit cards and credit cards will NOT be accepted. There will also be a Fall Activities Meeting Tuesday, August 6th at 7:00 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center Auditorium.
A Fallen Hero is Coming Home
DE GREY, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Robert A. Bartlett, a Corporal in the US Army, was killed in a tank battle shortly after D-Day June 6, 1944. His body was badly burned, and his dog tags were nowhere to be found. So, his unidentified remains were buried in Normandy cemetery. However, in May his remains were identified via DNA and so Corporal Bartlett was disinterred and transferred home to South Dakota.
Former DSS employee update; Robbery suspect arrested
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s Wednesday, July 24. Take a look at our top stories with KELOLAND On The GO. The initial court appearance for Lonna Carroll, the former state Department of Social Services employee who has been indicted for stealing nearly $2 million in state and federal funds, is scheduled for Thursday afternoon in the Hughes County Courthouse in Pierre.
Newest phase opens at popular 55+ community filled with amenities
This paid Site Spotlight is sponsored by Courtyards at Golden Gateway. The first two phases are filling up fast, and now there are more brand-new homes waiting for residents at a popular 55-and-older community on the east side of Sioux Falls. Courtyards at Golden Gateway is a neighborhood centered around...
Watertown man enters plea agreement for one charge of rape & remaining are dismissed
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} On July 17, 2024, 63-year-old James Barrett Kaska, a convicted sex offender, pleaded guilty to one count of first-degree rape. The plea agreement was presented in the Circuit Court of Codington County, SD, with Assistant Attorney General Kelly Marnette representing the state and Manuel de Castro representing the defendant.
Changes coming to trophy buffalo licenses in Custer State Park
South Dakota officials are changing trophy bison hunting laws in the sate to allow archery hunting and are increasing the number of licenses available. Trophy bison in Custer State Park will now be allowed to be harvested with a bow. Previous law set by the department restricted hunters to using a high-power rifle.
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