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Mass Tech Outage Causes Delays at Iowa Airports
One of the most frustrating moments as a working adult is finding out that your computer or device needs some sort of system update. If you thought those weren't annoying enough, many Iowans woke up today to a pesky tech issue that put a wrench in their plans. What Exactly...
Congresswoman Hinson liked Trump’s call for unity in acceptance speech
Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, a Republican from Marion, says former President Donald Trump set the proper tone in calling for unity in his acceptance of the party’s nomination last night. “I do you think everybody needs to be mindful of what you’re saying and how you’re saying it there’s...
Seven additional counties approved for FEMA Public Assistance under the April Presidential Major Disaster Declaration
(Des Moines) Governor Kim Reynolds today announced the approval of Clarke, Crawford, Harrison, Pottawattamie, Ringgold, Shelby, and Union Counties for FEMA Public Assistance under the previously approved Major Disaster Declaration for Iowa counties where significant damage was sustained from severe storms and tornadoes that occurred April 26-27, 2024, and continuing.
KLEM News for Saturday, July 20
Friday, the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Office conducted a targeted traffic enforcement project from 8 AM to noon. Four additional deputies were out along Iowa 60 and U.S. 75, focusing on speeding, seatbelt use, and distracted driving. This resulted in 11 citations, including two for speeding, and two for seatbelt use – and 40 warnings, including ten for speeding and three for seatbelt use. This project is funded in part by a grant from the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau. Iowa has had 154 fatality crashes this year. In 43% of those crashes, a seatbelt was not used.
Iowans Will Get to Experience a ‘Buck Moon’ This Weekend!
This weekend Iowans and other moon gazers will get to witness a 'Buck Moon.'. The moon will appear full for the next 3 days, from tonight (July 19) through Monday (July 22) morning. Normally full moons occur every 30-ish days as the moon moves across the side of the earth.
Dordt in the News: Summer Edition
“Iowa GOP delegate observing national convention as professor, too” (Radio Iowa) Jeff Taylor, a political science professor at Dordt University in Sioux Center, was also a delegate at the GOP’s national convention in 2012. “Not only do I get new stories from this one, but the students are probably going to be able to relate to this experience a little more just because it’s happening right now,” Taylor said, with a laugh. “This fall and next year and the following year this is still going to be fresh in their mind.”
Scattered rain chances today; Hotter 7-day forecast ahead
Good morning KELOLAND! Areas of fog have developed across the region this morning, but that should lift through mid morning. You can see the thickest of the fog was locations across the southeast as of 7am. Temperatures will climbing close to 80 in Sioux Falls as we watch for some...
Fog Alert: Southeastern South Dakota Issued Dense Fog Advisory
Sioux Falls, SD – A dense fog advisory has been issued for Sioux Falls and surrounding areas. According to the US National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, the advisory predicts visibility as low as 1/4 mile. The advisory affects parts of southeastern South Dakota and extends into neighboring areas.
Hermanson honored as Storm fall to Blizzard in finale
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The Sioux Falls Storm welcomed former defensive coordinator Brian Hermanson to its Hall of Fame during halftime of its season-finale 51-30 loss to the Green Bay Blizzard Saturday night at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center. The Blizzard scored the first 10 points of the game before the Storm got on […]
Food truck owners open new restaurant in downtown Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A family known for their popular food truck has opened a new restaurant in downtown Sioux Falls. BibiSol Bodega and Provisions celebrated its grand opening on Friday. The restaurant is located on Phillips Avenue where Mrs. Murphy’s Irish Gifts previously resided. Owner...
Sioux Falls East shoots past Post 320′s Stars
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Less than 24 hours after splitting a doubleheader with Rapid City Post 22, Sioux Falls East went across the street and took care of Rapid City Post 320 on Saturday afternoon in a doubleheader, scoring ten unanswered runs to win the opener 14-4 and following with a 16-1 victory to close things out in game two.
Sioux Falls avenges loss to Canyon Lake & advances to State Little League Championship
RAPID CITY, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The first game of the South Dakota State Little League Tournament on Thursday was it’s most thrilling and stunning with the Canyon Lake All-Stars scoring seven runs in their final at-bat to come from behind and stun the Sioux Falls Little League All-Stars 10-9. Their rematch on Saturday would feature far less drama and a different result.
Crews respond to structure fire in northeast Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Fire crews were dispatched to the area of North Cleveland Avenue in Sioux Falls after a report of a structure fire on Saturday afternoon. The first arriving units found smoke and an active structure fire. The main fire was discovered in the basement...
Shaving heads to conquer childhood cancer
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Haircuts were given out at the Sioux Falls convention center on Saturday, but the event meant much more than just freshening up your look. The goal of the 18th annual St. Baldrick’s Head Shaving Event was to raise $50,000 for childhood cancer research....
Inaugural ‘One Race for Veterans’ raises funds for local and national nonprofits
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Early Saturday morning, participants gathered for a 5K/1 mile fundraiser at Cherry Rock Park in Sioux Falls with proceeds going to two nonprofit organizations that help homeless veterans. To many who have served our country, they’re just looking for a fresh start and...
Sunday Boredom Busters: July 21st
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Satisfy your sweet tooth by celebrating National Ice Cream Day. Enjoy BOGO scoops of ice cream at the Parlour in the Washington Pavilion from noon to 5 p.m. There will also be ice cream-themed art and science activities at the Pavilion. The cost is a museum admission. Stensland Family Farms in Sioux Falls is offering $2 single dips from 1-8 p.m.
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