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School supply drive includes free photos & job interviews
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls families dropped off some of their back-to-school shopping surplus Thursday at the Instructional Planning Center. That’s where School Bus Inc hosted a teacher supply drive. The donations were accompanied by a free photo shoot, treats… and even job interviews. The...
Watertown Announces Mosquito Spraying for 8/16
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The City of Watertown has announced plans to spray mosquitoes in specific areas due to a significant increase in the adult mosquito population. The spraying will target Watertown's southeast and southwest regions, south of 3rd Avenue North, and east/west of Broadway. Originally scheduled for Thursday, August 15th, the operation was postponed due to unfavorable weather conditions.
Expectations High for Golf as Pierre Begins Season
Five seniors are back for one more season as the Pierre Governor golf team has a lot of expectations coming into the year which begins on Monday in Brandon. Between the five of Luke Olson, Nick Bothun, Sawyer Sonnenschein, Jack Bartlett and Lincoln Houska, they have all either won or competed within every tournament and event they’ve played in over their varsity playing careers. Last season the Governors finished in third place as a team at the state tournament while placing both Bothun and Olson in the top ten. The Governors placed second back in 2022. Olson says the team is really excited for this year…
Aug. 16 Amateur Baseball Roundup - Renner advances to State A championship game
MITCHELL — A four-run fourth inning lifted Renner to the Class A state championship game Friday. Dave Borchardt drove in two runs on two hits, Aiden Ladd had two RBIs on a single, Chaz Palmer tallied two hits, while Jaxon Rosencranz and Ryan Hander each tallied hits in the win.
Women’s Soccer Conquered Mount Marty in Season Opener
Yankton, S.D. - The Graceland University Women's Soccer team went up against the Mount Marty University Lancers. The Yellowjackets defeated the Lancers, 4-0. The Yellowjackets start their season off 1-0. Scoring:. First Half. In their first regular-season game, the Yellowjackets would dominate offensively. A pass by Caitlin Lageman to the...
USD Occupational Therapy Department to Facilitate Event to Help Improve Comfort and Safety 'Fit' for Senior Drivers
To help senior drivers find a better “fit” with their cars for comfort and safety, mobility experts are hosting a safety program designed to help older drivers and their families. CarFit, a national program developed by AAA, AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association, is designed to give a quick, yet comprehensive check on how well an older driver and their vehicle work together.
SDSU football looks to maintain winning mentality
BROOKINGS, S.D. (KELO) — SDSU is the back-to-back national champions and they sit atop the conference preseason poll starting the new season with a 29-game win streak. The Jacks are look to continue their reign with a mix of youth and experience. 29 incoming freshmen will be featured on the 2024 SDSU roster along with […]
SDSU FALLS IN OPENER TO KANSAS
BROOKINGS, S.D. – Kansas scored two consecutive goals before the end of the first half, then held South Dakota State off the scoreboard in the second, as the Jayhawks defeated the Jackrabbits 2-1 at Fishback Soccer Park on Thursday in front of 418 fans. The two sides combined for...
Underground quantum particle research facility begins its work
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A mile beneath Lead, the beginning of quantum particle research is about to take shape. Fermilab’s DUNE project will be the largest research facility in North America that will be primarily looking into neutrinos. Neutrinos are quantum particles that scientists believe can help us...
Rapid City Mayor: Park Ranger Program improves safety
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The pilot for the Park Ranger Program launched at the beginning of August, deploying four rangers to oversee and protect the 1,700 acres of Rapid City park space and help with community safety. The team includes one supervisor and three rangers. With the amount of...
Residents share feedback with city officials at Coffee with Planners event
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Rapid City hosted Coffee with Planners and invited the public to eat and discuss the future of the city. The meeting covered three topics: The Comprehensive Plan, the Transportation Improvement Plan, and Code Enforcement. Participants were divided into three groups and invited to participate in 20-minute working sessions with each topic.
Record numbers likely for backpack giveaway
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Since Project S.O.S. (Supply Our Students) started in 1989, the demand for school supplies has increased drastically. “Every year, the number goes up, the city grows, the school district grows. And so there’s more children that benefit from the S.O.S. program,” executive director of The Banquet, Tamera Jerke-Liesinger said.
Brown County home listings asked for more money in July – see the current median price here
The median home in Brown County listed for $269,900 in July, up 0.4% from the previous month's $268,950, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to July 2023, the median home list price increased 3.9% from $259,900. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale in Brown County, not houses...
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