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Great Plains Zoo Welcomes Towering New Resident and Meerkat Mob
As the Great Plains Zoo in Sioux Falls put it, they "have one big announcement and five little ones!". That was the word from the zoo as they let everyone know they were welcoming some extraordinary new residents. A majestic new giraffe named Mario arrived earlier this week from the...
Bride Disinvites ‘So-Called Sister’ From Wedding Following Insult Toward Groom
A woman on Reddit disinvited her "sister" from her wedding following an insult toward her future husband. "I and my fiancé are getting marrying in 2025. We have been together since 2021 but have gone to the same school all throughout the years. For some context, I have two 'sisters' who I’ve been in their life since they were born but we are not related by blood or family. They lived down the street from me and I would watch them, play with them, and went on trips together. About January 2023 they moved about an hour away from our house town. I have considered them to be my family for 15+ years now, I called them mom dad and my sisters and now I’m at a loss of words," the woman began.
How to Apply for South Dakota Free or Reduced-Price School Meals
Ready or not, the start of the 2024-24 school year is just days away in South Dakota. With that in mind, the Child and Adult Nutrition Services in the South Dakota Department of Education has announced the free and reduced-price policy for free milk or free and reduced-price meals for the upcoming school year.
Why Did Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin Call off Their Engagement?
Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin have reportedly called it quits. According to Daily Mail, the couple has not only called off their engagement, but also split for good. The outlet reports that Martin has "now accepted the relationship is over ... and it's best to move on." "Chris and Dakota...
South Dakota Receives Presidential Disaster Declaration
South Dakota is getting help from the Federal Government in the aftermath of widespread flooding throughout the state earlier this summer. Governor Kristi Noem says South Dakota has received a presidential disaster declaration due to the historic 1,000-year flooding event that occurred between June 16 and July 8. More than...
Exhausted Teachers Show Before and After First Day of School Looks in Viral Videos
It's a lot of work to get kids ready for the first day of school. First, you have to secure all of their required supplies and maybe even some new clothes for the year. Then, you have to deal with a different schedule while getting them out the door at a reasonable time.
8-Year-Old Minnesota Girl Beats Armed Robber with a Baseball Bat
They say kids are fearless, and an 8-year-old girl in Maplewood, Minnesota, just proved it. What started as a scary situation at Big Discount Liquors quickly turned into a story of bravery that won’t be forgotten. 8-Year-Old Hero Fights Off Armed Robber with a Baseball Bat. On a Saturday...
Why McDonald’s Collector’s Cups Are Way Different (and Better) in Canada
McDonald's in Canada just hits different. Not only do they have tastier McFlurry flavors and a wider selection of McNugget sauces, but they also now have better collector's cups. What Are McDonald's Collector's Cups?. At one time, collectable cups were a staple of McDonald's promotions. Dating as far back as...
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars Are Releasing a Song and Fans Have Thoughts
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars have officially announced their collaboration, and people have shared their thoughts. Mother Monster announced the news via her social media accounts. In the announcement, she also shared the single cover art for the project, which is due out tonight at midnight ET. The song is called "Die With a Smile."
UFFDA! Cast Your Vote in the ‘Gosh Darn Minnesota Phrase-Off’
Over the years, the vernacular of the average Minnesotan has become as unique as the North Star State itself. The colloquialisms cover a wide range of topics, from the weather, food and drink, the Vikings, and even some toned-down alternatives to some much saltier language. So which is the quintessential...
Man Declines Invite to Childhood Best Friend’s Wedding After His Plus One Is Rejected: ‘My Girlfriend Is His Ex’
A man on Reddit has shared that the denial of his plus one at his friend's wedding has caused a rift between them. The man began his story by saying that his childhood best friend is set to be married in a few months and that the man's current girlfriend has caused some tension between the two of them.
WATCH: New Ride Video Released Of Record-Breaking Illinois Rollercoaster
We might be coming to the end of amusement park season for this year but next year already looks interesting. Six Flags Great America in Gurnee is launching (pun intended) a new rollercoaster that isn't only a thrill ride, it's breaking multiple records. According to NBC Chicago, the ride is...
Is the Cost of Living In South Dakota Less Expensive Than Minnesota or Iowa?
Living, working, and playing in South Dakota. Yep, a trifecta that's been the talk of the country over the last several years continues to draw more and more families and businesses to make a home in the Rushmore State. While the cost of living continues to rise nationwide South Dakota...
‘Golden Bachelor’ Star Joan Vassos Says Fans Sent Her NSFW Photos, Feet Pic Requests
Golden Bachelor star Joan Vassos is opening up about the NSFW requests that fans have sent her. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Vassos shared that she gets DMs of private regions as well as requests for feet pictures from fans. "[With DMs], they’re just total strangers messaging you. I...
Fraud Investigation Launched at South Dakota DMV
An investigation into alleged fraud at the South Dakota Division of Motor Vehicles is underway. Authorities say a former employee is accused of creating numerous fake motor vehicle titles to secure loans. A Division of Criminal Investigation has uncovered 13 forged vehicle titles by the former employee between 2016 and...
8 TV Shows You Totally Forgot Existed
Nostalgia has a funny way of playing tricks on your mind. It's like when you try to recall the lyrics to a song that you thought meant a lot to you. You're sure you know them by heart, but they vanish. Then you hear the chorus and it all comes rushing at you like a steam engine.
Several Individuals Charged in Connection to Actor Matthew Perry’s Overdose Death
UPDATE (1:00PM ET): NBC now reports that a drug dealer has been arrested in connection to the death of Matthew Perry. The outlet says that Jasveen Sangha, a North Hollywood resident, who sold the drug that killed Perry, provided ketamine to the actor's assistant. Perry's assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, allegedly injected...
Help KXRB Pick Our Music Playlist and You Could Win Cash!
Wanna help us pick the music we play here on KXRB? What about a chance to win $250?. KXRB is giving our listeners a unique opportunity to help pick our playlist, by choosing their favorite country songs. Let us know your opinion here!. This is a special music survey where...
Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards’ Daughter Sami Looks so Different After ‘Dream’ Nose Job
Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards' daughter, Sami Sheen, has shared her new look after getting a nose job. Sami took to her TikTok account to share the process of getting the nose job as well as what she looks like after the process. The first TikTok shared a series of...
How to Vote Early in South Dakota
The 2024 Election season is in full force. Some important dates are coming up over the next few weeks:. Mark Your Calendar: Key Info For 2024 South Dakota Election:. Election day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024. South Dakota Early/Absentee voting begins September 20, 2024. South Dakota Voter Registration Deadline is...
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