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Justice disparities on South Dakota reservations need attention, US attorney general says
SIOUX FALLS — U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland said Wednesday during a visit to South Dakota that national crime rates have declined, but challenges remain on tribal reservations in the state. “We know that progress in some communities has not been the same,” Garland said. “Progress across the country is still uneven. Of course, there […]
City of Riders quiets down again after rally
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The City of Riders is settling back to its quiet, small-town feel after the 84th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and the first-ever Sturgis Half-Mile TT Race. Over the past two weeks, the small town of Sturgis saw its population grow to hundreds of thousands as...
High School Football Preview Show to air Wednesday
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The KELOLAND High School Football Preview Show is set to return Wednesday to prepare you for the 2024 season. The show will breakdown all seven classes of high school football in South Dakota. You can hear from 22 teams as we tell you what you need to know prior to […]
A Penchant for Policy Solutions: Recent USD Graduate Allison Gross Aims to Serve South Dakota
“I’m from South Dakota,” said Gross, who hails from Timber Lake, where she is an enrolled member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. “And I want to continue working on issues and policy solutions that benefit South Dakotans.”. Gross majored in both political science and sustainability while...
Dan Sabers is the 2024 South Dakota Amateur Baseball Association Man of the Year
MITCHELL — Dan Sabers commitment to South Dakota amateur baseball is being recognized this year. Sabers is receiving the South Dakota Amateur Baseball Association “Man of the Year” award, also known as the Ralph Macy Lifetime Achievement Award. The award dates back to 1982 and recognizes individuals for contributions to South Dakota amateur baseball.
New home in rural neighborhood tops sales report at $1M
The most expensive residential sale for the week of July 22 was almost $1 million for a new home north of Sioux Falls. The 3,000-square-foot house was built by Premiere Builders in a new rural neighborhood along Highway 115. It has three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Features include a gas fireplace and oversized windows in the open living space. The four-stall garage is heated.
DOC disputes reports of fires, flooding at South Dakota State Penitentiary
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - More unrest has been reported from the South Dakota State Penitentiary in Sioux Falls on Wednesday. Department of Corrections staff, inmates and families of those incarcerated are reporting fires set to mattresses Tuesday night and intentional flooding in East Hall. A spokesperson for...
‘I want to live in a meaningful neighborhood’: City leaders share ‘Shape Sioux Falls’ update
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Making sure neighborhoods have connections to services and amenities and making the city investible are goals for the “Shape Sioux Falls 2050” plan. The first comprehensive plan was passed in 1950. An update happened in 2016, and this is the next...
Mitchell Second Chance High School earns special kudos from Culver’s
On July 18th, Culver’s celebrated its 40th anniversary as a company with its Mitchell store marking its 23rd year in town. As part of the celebration, Jen Bradley said each store was encouraged to make a donation to a special cause of their choice. Mitchell’s Culver’s chose Second Chance High School.
District Overhauls Math Curriculum, Implements New Science Programs
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown School Board was presented with summer curriculum changes by Tricia Walker, K-12 Instructional Design, mainly focusing on math and science education. The changes, outlined in a recent district update, aim to enhance student learning outcomes and better prepare students for future academic and career paths; however, Board Member Jean Moulton expressed some concerns.
Madison High School Gives Update on New Cell Phone Policy
Students in Madison will be heading back to school one week from today. The Madison Central School Board held their final regular meeting before the start of the school year on Monday, and reviewed changes to the school handbooks. Madison High School Principal Adam Shaw highlighted some of the changes, which include a new policy for cell phones at MHS.
Where is the Sioux Falls homeless population from?
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Homeless issues in Sioux Falls continue to take center stage. Last week, city leaders suggested that homeless people are being bused to the city. We are taking a closer look at where people are coming from. According to a local shelter’s records, just one...
North Sioux City residents warned of controlled blast ahead of Rail Bridge demolition
NORTH SIOUX CITY, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Union County Emergency Management shared a notice about a controlled blast taking place next week. According to the notice, a controlled blast is planned for the demolition of the Rail Bridge over the Big Sioux River. The blast is set for 9...
Little Blessings in Jeopardy, Childcare Crisis Threatens Codington County Workforce
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} A pressing childcare shortage in Codington County was again addressed today; at the heart of the issue is the potential closure of Little Blessings, a longstanding and the largest childcare provider in the county, of over 30 years, serving 125 children from 95 families, who work for 80 area businesses.
Services held Saturday for WWII soldier U.S. Army Corporal Robert A. Bartlett
A soldier from South Dakota killed in northern France during WWII is now buried next to his parents in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery near his hometown of Blunt. DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra attended the service and shares the following:. The remains of 22 year old...
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