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SD Bridge to be Dedicated in Honor of U.S. Army Sergeant Terry G. Rada
LAKE GEDDES, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs will be hosting a State Bridge Dedication Ceremony to honor U.S. Army Sergeant Terry G. Rada. The ceremony will be Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 12:00 noon (CT) at the Multi-Purpose Center in Geddes (409 Michigan Avenue). The SD50...
SDSU researchers work to improve heat tolerance in wheat crops
Wheat is the world's second-most produced cereal crop and an essential ingredient for bread, pasta, pizza, beer, breakfast cereals and many other foods. South Dakota plays a key role in the nation’s overall wheat production, with over 60 million bushels produced in 2023 — worth roughly half a billion dollars.
Alleged SD pedophile takes his own life when faced with arrest
CANOVA, SD (KELO.com) — The New York Post is reporting a disturbing story from South Dakota of an alleged pedophile killing himself earlier this week when confronted by a predator hunter. 60-year old Donald Letcher reportedly gave graphic detail of disturbing videos featuring children – including infants – to Predator Poachers Founder Alex Rosen. Rosen’s crew recorded enough to use as evidence and called in police, and persuaded Letcher to admit his crime to an officer. Letcher then walked inside his home and took his own life with a gun. Letcher was convicted of molesting a 9 year old girl in 1996, but that conviction was overturned.
SDDOT To Activate Temporary Traffic Signals During Sturgis Rally
(Sturgis, SD) — The South Dakota Department of Transportation will activate temporary traffic signals ahead of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. From July 30th to August 12th, the signals will be in full operation at over a dozen locations along S.D. Highways 34, 79, and 44, U.S. Highway 16, and Interstate 90. Speed limits will also be reduced in some areas. Details can be found on the D-O-T’s website.
TenHaken weighs in on a phones-free classroom
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – At least two school districts in South Dakota, Gettysburg and Edgemont, are saying no to smartphones in classrooms. Now the mayor of the state’s largest city, himself a father to teenagers, is weighing in on the topic. “I would love to see other...
Gettysburg Schools Confident About Decision To Go Device Free
GETTYSBURG, (KCCR) — The Gettysburg School District made news last weekend with the announcement they are cracking down on student use of electronic devices during the school day. Superintendent Amber Mikkelsen says after months of conversation with parents and students, they felt good about moving forward with the prohibition…
Madison Crush 12U sweeps USA Softball South Dakota Rec State Tournament
The Madison Crush 12U softball team soared their way to a 6-0 sweep at the USA Softball South Dakota Girls Fastpitch Rec State Tournament July 19-21. Led by head coach Matt Mette, the team of soon-to-be seventh graders cruised to an outstanding 30-2 record across their league games and three other appearances at local tournaments, with their state title now sitting as the crown jewel of their impressive 36-2 season.
Atomic Wings Opens First South Dakota Location in Sioux Falls on July 23rd
July 26, 2024 // Franchising.com // SIOUX FALLS, SD — Atomic Wings, the 25+ unit chicken wing franchise on a mission to share authentic New York style Buffalo wings, is coming in hot with its first location in the state. Officially open as of July 23rd at 1502 E 69th St., Atomic Wings of Sioux Falls is bringing sizzling hot, all-natural, hormone-free wings to the community.
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