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Severe Weather Alert: South Dakota Faces Heat and Strong Storms This Week
Sioux Falls, SD – South Dakota residents are in for a week of intense weather as heat indices soar and storms threaten the region. The National Weather Service in Sioux Falls reports isolated to scattered showers and storms this morning, with additional storms anticipated this afternoon through tonight. Some storms could be strong to severe, necessitating vigilance and multiple warning systems.
One dead in North Sioux City crash
NORTH SIOUX CITY, S.D. (KELO.com) — A deadly crash in North Sioux City on Friday. A 2020 Ford Escape was traveling northbound on Interstate 29, slowed by congested traffic entering a construction zone. The driver of a 2013 Lexus, traveling the same direction at highway speeds, collided with the...
Diversity Seen Across the Region
Hefty Seed Business Development Lead Jeff Preston serves Minnesota and the Dakotas. At the Ag PhD Field Day in Baltic, South Dakota, Preston said his geography covers a variety of conditions. “It’s very diverse agriculture with sugarbeets, dry edible beans, potatoes and more so our people have to know recommendations because of carryover and things like that in chemistry,” said Preston. “Down here it’s predominantly corn and beans.” Preston, who is based in Hillsboro, North Dakota, said soil types also vary greatly across the region.”The (Red River) Valley is very unique and we work all the way out to the Montana border. We go from irrigation to heavy clay/high magnesium soils to bull sand. So it’s very diverse and it takes different agronomy skills and expertise to work with farmers.”
Summer Bzzz Variety Show brings music and comedy to downtown Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - It’s going to be a night of music, laughter and fun at Club 224 on Friday!. Bzzzline is hosting the Summer Bzzz Variety Show in the lower level of Lucky’s Bar on July 26 starting at 7 p.m. Performers include Sofia...
Art Alley Gallery opens in Sisseton with local artists showcased
Art Alley Gallery was an art and design idea that’s focus was to repurpose a short alleyway between the Stavig building and First Savings Bank. The idea of Art Alley Gallery sprang up last year between a number of local artists, all of whom are members of The New Old artist collective.
Bestselling author speaks at SHS alumni reunion
Fifty years ago, 85 seniors walked across the stage to receive their diplomas, and during the 2024 alumni reunion weekend, 35 of them returned to their alma mater. Among those was Pam (Miller) Withers, award-winning author of 26 young adult novels, 23 of which were best-sellers. She was asked to give the alumni banquet address for the Class of 1974.
Real Estate Spotlight: Rapid City homes worth looking at
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City offers a diverse range of homes for sale, catering to various tastes and budgets. Whether you're seeking a cozy bungalow in a quiet neighborhood or a spacious family home with modern amenities, Rapid City has something to offer. The local real estate market features...
BLACKSOX WIN DISTRICT TOURNAMENT OPENER
Freeman’s amateur baseball team took care of business in the opening round of the South Central League (District 6) Tournament Thursday night, July 25, taking care of Wynot 8-3. The Blacksox — the district’s No. 4 seed — will face No. 1 Tabor Tuesday at 6 p.m.
Rookies Burnie, Hyman join Rush
RAPID CITY, S.D. — The Rapid City Rush, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Calgary Flames, announced that forward Tyler Burnie and defenseman Aaron Hyman have signed contracts for the 2024-25 season. Burnie, 25, recently completed his collegiate career at Brock University. He was the Badgers’ second-highest...
After a shaky start, Micah Mazzccua continues to shine on Nebraska’s offensive line
Micah Mazzcua's Nebraska career started a bit rocky in adjusting to Matt Rhule's "standards." Now, he's in line to be the No. 1 left guard. The post After a shaky start, Micah Mazzccua continues to shine on Nebraska’s offensive line appeared first on On3.
Missouri Valley 2024 Preview: Jacks, Bison in for a Photo Finish
If you’re a fan in the Dakotas, buckle up because 2024 is about to be insanely exciting. Everyone knows that South Dakota State and North Dakota State are the cream of the crop in the Missouri Valley right now and both are staring down what could very well be another national championship season. But it isn’t just the Bison and the Jacks, however, that have a punchers chance in the Valley this year.
South Dakota Dairy Queen Sells Massive One-Day Total of Blizzards
Did you hear about the "blizzards" taking over the Sioux Empire on Thursday, July 25th? Specifically, one South Dakota town couldn't control the power of the blizzards. Luckily, these wild blizzards benefited local kiddos. The Annual Miracle Treat Day is all about helping local kids fight cancer as well as...
DOE Backs No Phone Policy As More Schools Join
(Pierre, SD) — More South Dakota schools are getting onboard with the Gettysburg School District’s new no phone policy. And the Department of Education is supporting the idea. The Edgemont School District in southwestern South Dakota will be implementing the same lockable cloth pouches as Gettysburg in the fall. In a statement this week, the Department of Education wrote it wishes the schools “success in their efforts to minimize the issues caused by cell phones in the classroom.” Edgemont’s superintendent, Amy Ferley, said the district is moving forward with the policy because policing phone use became too much and was taking away from student lessons.
Referred pipeline law puts Summit Carbon Solutions' permit quest in limbo
An Iowa company seeking regulatory approval to run a carbon dioxide pipeline through South Dakota and four other states said a delay in its plan to re-apply for a permit has nothing to do with a November vote on the project. After Summit Carbon Solutions gained approval from the Iowa Utilities Board in...
Great Plains Zoo Announces Community Appreciation Days
The Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium in Sioux Falls are truly jewels in our city. They are leaders in education, conservation, and family entertainment. The doors to discovery at the Great Plains Zoo are open 7 days a week from 9 AM to 5 PM and on Wild Wednesdays from 9 AM to 7 PM.
Court Orders Dugan Sales and Service to Return Inventory to Wells Fargo
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} In a recent court ruling, Wells Fargo Commercial Distribution Finance, LLC (Wells Fargo) has been granted an order for claim and delivery against Dugan Sales and Service (Defendant). The decision was made on July 22, 2024, by the Honorable Robert L. Spears at the Codington Courthouse, based on an affidavit supporting the claim and delivery under SDCL § 21-15-1.
SD Supreme Court ruling will let Custer discharge treated wastewater into French Creek
A voter-backed ordinance from Custer County that sought to stop the city of Custer from discharging treated wastewater into French Creek is invalid, the South Dakota Supreme Court ruled Thursday. The city requested a discharge permit from the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources in 2020. The city...
Good News: Watertown man brightens kids lives with free bicycles
Each year, Watertown’s city-wide cleanup gives residents the opportunity to get rid of things they no longer need or use. Boulevards throughout the city are piled high with discarded items, destined for the city dump. But for Jack Henning, the city-wide cleanup provides a different opportunity. Henning, a retired...
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