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Changes coming to trophy buffalo licenses in Custer State Park
South Dakota officials are changing trophy bison hunting laws in the sate to allow archery hunting and are increasing the number of licenses available. Trophy bison in Custer State Park will now be allowed to be harvested with a bow. Previous law set by the department restricted hunters to using a high-power rifle.
Roberts County Sheriff's Office Continues to Search for Missing Man
{KXLG – Sisseton, SD} The Roberts County Sheriff's Office is intensifying its search for Christopher J. Kvatum, a 43-year-old man who has been missing since July 23, 2024. Kvatum, described as partially bald, approximately 6'1" tall, and weighing 210 lbs., is considered armed and potentially dangerous. In the initial...
Find your new furry friend at Twin City Animal Shelter
LEAD, S.D. - Since Friends of Twin City Animal Shelter began its mission to save animal lives, raising awareness about spaying and neutering has been a crucial goal for them. As the first shelter in the Black Hills to ensure that every animal adopted is spayed or neutered, they have achieved this important milestone with the support and generous funding from the Cities of Lead and Deadwood.
Thunder Road of Aberdeen, SD celebrating 30th anniversary this week
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio) Thunder Road, located inside of Wylie Park, is celebrating 30 years of being a part of the Aberdeen, SD community. David Novstrup, manager of Thunder Road, talks about the different amenities that make up Thunder Road. Novstrup describes how Thunder Road began 30 years ago.
Familiar name in Rapid City coffee opens new location
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City's south side might have an easier time waking up in the morning thanks to a familiar name opening a new location. Dunn Brothers Coffee has opened a new café inside of Aspen Federal Credit Union, located at 4956 5th St. The new shop is the second location for the franchise.
Gettysburg schools going device free for 2024-25
When classes begin for the coming school year, students in the Gettysburg, South Dakota, School District won’t have access to their cell phones, smart watches or other electronic devices during the school day. Superintendent Amber Mikkelsen says the district’s smartphone policy has evolved over the years. Mikkelsen says...
Try It Tuesday: Working out at the YMCA HIIT Class
"The HIIT Class at the YMCA was challenging but a good workout! Danny was helpful to explain everything to me and was a thorough teacher. HIIT stands for High-Intensity Interval Training that includes short bursts of working out like burpees or push ups. The Y has so many options for group classes and they are always adding and changing things up too."
Wilmot High School to Implement Successful JAG Program
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} Jobs for America's Graduates – South Dakota (JAG-SD) celebrated their 15th anniversary of empowering at-risk youth nationwide. The event at the Cherapa Place Interconnect highlighted the program's success and future plans, including exciting news for Wilmot. JAG-SD boasts a remarkable track record. Since its...
Outdoor Campus expansion could allow for archery tournaments in the future, director says
The Outdoor Campus in Sioux Falls is beginning an expansion that will cost between $6.7 and $7.1 million, David Parker, Director of the Outdoor Campus said. Besides a remodel of the museum in 2011, Parker said the Outdoor Campus has not expanded since it opened in 1997, while the city has grown exponentially...
5 homes top million-dollar mark in sales report
The most expensive residential sale for the week of July 1 was $1.3 million for a two-story home in a neighborhood with three parks. The 5,700-square-foot home was built in 1988 in The Park in Tuthill Highlands in southeast Sioux Falls. It has five bedrooms and four bathroms. Four other...
Sioux Falls Little League team has bonded quickly and is looking forward to Midwest Regional
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -The Sioux Fall Little League team had a great weekend in Rapid City. After losing their first game in State Tournament they roared back to win every game and advance to the Regional Tournament in Indiana. This is the 4th straight year for Sioux...
Olson selected as USD’s 36th NCAA Postgraduate Scholar
VERMILLION, S.D.—South Dakota track and field athlete Luke Olson has been awarded an NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship for his dedication in the classroom and on the track. Olson will receive a one-time $10,000 scholarship to be used for postgraduate study. The NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship program was created in 1964 to...
Showered With Hope: Helping those in the community
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) –After spending time outside on a hot summer day, it always feels good to clean up with a shower. But not everyone has that luxury. That’s where Showered With Hope comes in. Ted Hayward was once in a bad spot and just needed a...
Engagement Announcement: Lutter to Wed Teichmeier in October
Jim Lutter of Gann Valley is pleased to announce the engagement of his daughter, Becky Lutter to Shane Teichmeier, son of Larry and Mary Teichmeier of Cairo, NE. The bride to be is a 2007 graduate of WSHS, 2011 graduate of SDSU and a 2015 graduate of Kansas State University where she received her degree as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. She is employed by Buffalo County Bison in Gann Valley, SD as a veterinary herd manager.
Pin Twisters Pink Ladies Make Local Donation
Earlier this month, Pin Twisters Pink Ladies Dart League presented funds raised during their season to a local woman battling cancer, Evelyn Moralez. “The Pink Ladies raised a total of $1200 during the season and chose to donate it to Evelyn,” explained Pin Twisters co-owner Betsy Schroeder. “We had 13 two-man teams that were co-ed or just women teams. Pin Twisters Pink Ladies is our non-profit organization to raise money for those struggling with cancer. The Pink ladies were established in South Dakota to raise money for women with breast cancer and their motto is ‘No One Fights Alone.’” A longtime Wessington Springs Humm-Dinger convenience store employee, Moralez was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in fall 2023 and earlier this year in February, she underwent a double mastectomy. After struggling with serious complications from her surgery that required hospitalization, she is now undergoing chemotherapy treatment and will begin radiation next month.
Pierre Man Pleads To Pierre City Commission To Suspend Home Demolition Orders
PIERRE, (KCCR) — A Pierre man is seeking more time before the City of Pierre demolishes two homes the man was told to improve. Jason Glodt is representing Derek Olson and Sunset Rivers L-L-C. He has two requests of the city…. Glodt says Olson has tried his best to...
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