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Chargers Close Out MMU Invite
YANKTON, S.D. – The Briar Cliff University men's golf team has finished the Mount Marty Invite. The tournament was played at the Hillcrest Golf and Country Club, a Par-72. Morningside shot +5 (296-285=581) to win by one stroke over Doane and Northeast Community College. Rounding out the top five were Doane "B" (4th - +17 – 296/297=593) and Concordia (Neb.) (5th - +22 – 303/295=598).
Yankton City Manager Discusses Ongoing and Upcoming Road Construction Projects
With time winding down in road construction season, Yankton City Manager, Amy Leon, says that the city has several projects that they’re looking to complete. Leon says that they hope to have those road construction projects wrapped up before the winter season.
BRIEFS: Cross country begins season, Turf field installation begins, Arena construction nears end
The South Dakota State cross country season takes off on Friday at the USD Preview in Vermillion, South Dakota. Led by the young Carson Noecker, the men’s cross-country team looks to extend their already impressive Summit League winning streak of eight titles. Noecker, a Nebraska native won the individual...
PHOTO OF THE DAY: HANDSHAKE LINE
Marion eighth grader Maliyah Nankivel shakes hands with Freeman High School assistant coach Karissa Podzimek following the opening match of the 2024 volleyball season played as part of the Hanson Early Bird Tournament in Alexandria on Tuesday. Nankivel and the Freeman Academy/Marion Bearcats — winless a year ago — wasted no time in bettering their 2023 record with a 2-0 win over the Flyers. The FAM girls beat FHS 25-19, 25-18 to advance to the second round on Tuesday, where they fell to Andes Central/Dakota Christian 28-30, 20-25. The tournament concludes on Thursday.
Twin Cities apparel, home retailer opens in downtown Sioux Falls
This paid piece is sponsored by Pendar Properties. Combine, a women’s, men’s and homeware retailer that started in the Twin Cities, has opened its new Sioux Falls store. The downtown location is a partnership between Anne and Dustin Haber and Combine founder Mike Pickart, who first opened in 2018 in the Uptown area of Minneapolis.
USD part of $26 million engineering research center to develop sustainable refrigerants
VERMILLION — The University of South Dakota is part of a project funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation that will develop sustainable refrigerants to address climate change. The NSF awarded six institutions a total of $26 million to establish a Gen-4 Engineering Research Center (ERC) — Environmental Applied...
Ostrich in traffic near 26th and Louise
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — An ostrich was loose on a Sioux Falls road Tuesday afternoon. According to the Sioux Falls Police Department call log, there was a traffic hazard call on West 26th Street at 11:43 a.m. Tuesday. Drivers near the intersection of 26th Street and Louise Avenue told KELOLAND News there was an ostrich in the middle of the road.
Public funeral for baby found at recycling center
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Visitation began at ten this morning, as the minutes ticked by the chairs remained empty, there were no voices, and the tiny casket sat alone at the front of the chapel. But eventually people came, strangers silently introducing themselves, offering prayer and affection for a baby boy they never met. Melissa Olivier of Brandon is one of them.
Attorney General Jackley To Host National Attorney General Meeting In Deadwood
DEADWOOD, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley hosts a National Attorney General Alliance (AGA) Working Group Meeting Oct. 22-25 in Deadwood where Attorneys General from across the country will work on issues impacting states. “While there are different challenges for each State, we have a common interest in...
‘Take Back the Site’ prayer vigil planned for Dunham Park homicide victim
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A prayer vigil is planned for Dunham Park to honor the 29-year-old Sioux Falls man who was fatally shot on Sunday. On August 25, a gathering at Dunham Park turned deadly when a shooting took the life of Josh Allen Jr. and sent three others to a local hospital with gunshot wounds.
Authorities looking for missing teen in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls Police are looking for a missing teen. Lennox Harwood, 13, was last seen on Monday near 14th and Minnesota Avenue, according to the police department’s Facebook page. Lennox is 5’4″ and was wearing a blue T-shirt. Those who may...
Sioux Falls Pork Showdown returns for 4th year
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The Sioux Falls Pork Showdown is returning this September for its fourth year with 26 downtown restaurants. From September 1-30, customers will vote on the best pork dish in downtown. The voting categories include the use of pork, flavor, tenderness, presentation and customer service. Customers can vote and rank each restaurant through the DTSF Digital Passport App.
Milbank School District Accepts Produce Donations
Through its enrollment in the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) farm to table program, the Milbank School District is now accepting donations of fruits and vegetables. Those interested in contributing should contact John Trevett, food service director for the district, at 605-237-0501. The federal program helps child nutrition...
PHOTO OF THE DAY: THAT 1970s VIBE
Heritage Hall Museum & Archives posted this photo as part of its weekly look back on Monday, Aug. 26 along with the following description. This fleet of service trucks, as pictured 45 years ago, reflects one of Freeman’s three-generation family businesses, Kleinsasser Heating and Cooling. The photo appeared in a special Freeman Centennial section of the May 30, 1979 Freeman Courier.
Review area set for a new Black Hills Energy plant
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — The formal process of commencing action by a local review committee has received a green light for another proposed power plant that Black Hills Energy wants to build in Rapid City. The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission on Tuesday set t. Staff recommended a five-mile...
We Have Your Ticket to Great Entertainment at the Goss Opera House!
The Goss Opera House has been a jewel in the heart of downtown Watertown, SD, for well over a century. From musical performances and live theater to youth education and community events, there is always something happening at the Goss. AARP South Dakota is proud to support the 2024-2025 season...
Credit union leader grew from college job to branch manager
This week’s Up-and-Comer is Isaac VanOrman, branch manager of Voyage Federal Credit Union, Dawley Farm Village. While graduating from USD, I was working for Vermillion FCU during the merger transition with Voyage, which made it an easy decision to move to Sioux Falls. As a kid, traveling to Sioux Falls for sports was always exciting since there were so many more activities to do compared to my hometown.
Governors Set New School Record as Team, Sonnenschein Win Invite
The Pierre Governor golf team has a goal to leave a mark in history after this season and they would take a step on Tuesday setting a new school record at Hillsview Golf Course in Pierre, winning the event. Sawyer Sonnenschein also had tied the school record as he would...
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