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‘Illegal cannabis’ cuts into medical marijuana sales, growers tell committee
PIERRE, S.D. (South Dakota Searchlight) – The state’s legislative oversight committee on medical marijuana was thrust into the world of synthetic THC on Monday as members heard complaints about how loosely regulated, hemp-derived products are affecting South Dakota’s medical marijuana industry. The Medical Marijuana Oversight Committee heard...
Alcester Woman Sentenced to Federal Prison for Wire Fraud
{KXLG – Sioux Falls, SD} A federal judge has sentenced an Alcester, South Dakota, woman to prison for wire fraud. Michelle Warner, 57, was convicted of embezzling funds from her former employer, Heartland Counseling Services, and using them for personal gain. United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced the...
Motorcycle Crash Leaves Two Injured in Northwest Hamlin County
{KXLG – Hazel, SD} A motorcycle crash occurred on Saturday evening, August 17, 2024, in northwest Hamlin County. The incident, which involved a collision with a deer, resulted in severe injuries to both the driver and passenger of the motorcycle. According to the South Dakota Highway Patrol, the crash...
Couple sentenced for roles in fentanyl-related Wounded Knee murder
WOUNDED KNEE, S.D. - A Rapid City, South Dakota man has been sentenced to more than 37 years in prison for murdering a woman in Wounded Knee. Jerel Running Bear, age 34, was convicted of Second-Degree Murder and Discharge of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime of Violence.
Interim Superintendent Overseeing First Day Of Class At Rapid City Area Schools
(Rapid City, SD) — Rapid City Area Schools start today and the associate superintendent will be in charge. Dr. Cory Strasser will serve as interim superintendent following last week’s firing of superintendent Nicole Swigart. According to one high school principal, it’s the assistant superintendent who works more directly with school principals, so they’re already familiar with Strasser. Strasser says communicating with staff and parents throughout the school year is crucial.
Rapid City Council votes against restricting hours of alcohol sales
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Rapid City Council voted not to amend an ordinance and prohibit alcohol sales from 7 AM to 10 AM within city limits at a Monday night meeting. A seven to three vote kept the existing ordinance in place after several public members voiced their opinions.
Oftedal takes 3rd as MHS Boys Golf opens season at Sioux Valley
The Madison boys golf team got their season started Monday, finishing 5th at the Sioux Valley Invite. The Bulldogs had a team score of 345, finishing behind Milbank, Groton, Aberdeen Roncalli, and 1st place Sioux Valley. Braylon Oftedal finished in 3rd place individually with a 2 over par round of...
Two Huset’s Speedway Champions Being Crowned Sunday During Royal River Casino Night Showcasing The Bull Haulers Brawl Championship Night for Sprint Cars Presented by Folkens Brothers Trucking
BRANDON, S.D. (Aug. 19, 2024) – Two track champions will be crowned this Sunday at Huset’s Speedway, which hosts Royal River Casino Night featuring The Bull Haulers Brawl Championship Night for Sprint Cars presented by Folkens Brothers Trucking. It’s the final points race of the season for the...
Man Arrested for Inappropriately Touching 15-year-old in Pipestone County: Sheriff’s Office
A 19-year-old individual from Edgerton, Dawson Vander Top, is facing charges of felony-level fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a minor. These charges stem from an incident that occurred on August 11. A Pipestone County Sheriff’s deputy spoke with a 15-year-old victim who reported an incident involving Vander Top. A victim...
South Dakota Forecast: Above-Average Temperatures and Storm Chances Expected
Sioux Falls, SD – Residents in South Dakota should prepare for a warming trend as summer heat returns to the region, along with isolated showers and storm chances, particularly along the I-29 corridor. Today, breezy conditions are expected with temperatures ranging from 74 to 88 degrees, tapering off with isolated storms in the afternoon.
UPDATE: Police, SWAT presence seen in central Sioux Falls neighborhood
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On Wednesday afternoon, multiple police and SWAT units were seen in the area of 22nd Street and Spring Avenue in Sioux Falls. According to Public Information Officer Sam Clemens, authorities were serving a warrant from a previous investigation, but it was not a standoff.
First-of-its-kind program offers second chance to Pennington County offenders
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A program that helps people get a second chance after serving time in jail may also help fill jobs that few seem to want to do, or that they qualify for. The Ignite Program is now offering a work release opportunity to help people get and keep jobs that are otherwise hard to fill.
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