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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 is working on an upgrade […]
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...
Rapid City Forecast: High Heat, Smoke, and Severe Storms
Rapid City, SD – High temperatures, smoke, and the potential for severe storms are expected to impact Rapid City and much of South Dakota this weekend. A significant rise in temperatures will push highs into the 90s today, while smoke and haze return from west to east. According to...
Madison Post 25 falls to Dell Rapids, will play Volga today in Region Tournament
The Madison Post 25 baseball team lost to Dell Rapids 6-1, in the semi’s of the Region 2B American Legion baseball tournament on Thursday. Dell Rapids took control early, scoring two runs in the 1st inning off a Madison error and a single from CJ Smith. Dell’s then scored a run in four consecutive innings starting in the 3rd. Madison’s lone run came on an error in the 6th.
Cornbelt District Tournament starts tonight
Teams from the Cornbelt baseball league head to Canova this weekend, for the District 4B Amateur Baseball Tournament. 7 of the 10 teams will qualify for the State Tournament in Mitchell. The Cornbelt has produced the state winner in each of the last three seasons. Games start tonight at 6pm...
South Dakota State Unveiled as Narrow Favorite to Win FCS Title
We're one month away from Week 0 of the College Football season, and with the proximity to the season comes preseason award watch lists, all-conference teams, and odds. We learned earlier that this week that media members and coaches within the MVFC view South Dakota State as the favorite to win the conference, but the Jacks are also getting plenty of love from Vegas to win it all for a third straight season.
Local Sports 7-26-24
Yankton Post 12 took a 1-0 series lead over Sioux Falls Post 15 West in the Class A Baseball Super Regionals last night with a 6 to 3 victory. Tate Beste and Gavin Johnson each recorded 2 RBI in the win, with Samuel Gokie pitching the complete game on the mound, striking out five batters.
South Dakota Forecast: Severe Storms and Heat Index Near 100 Degrees
Sioux Falls, SD – South Dakota is set to experience intense heat and humidity through early next week, with heat index values potentially approaching 100 degrees. According to the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, the region will face periodically breezy conditions alongside the high temperatures. Heat index values...
Sicangu Lakota citizens grow vision for future of food
‘It really humbled me, being able to be in the garden’. At the height of South Dakota’s growing season, you can find Siċaŋġu Lak̇ota youth busy at Keya Wakpala Gardens. They feed the chickens and gather eggs. Some harvest lettuce, rhubarb and cilantro. At a workshop, they preserve strawberry jam.
Post 22 rolls past Huron in game one
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) -The Post 22 baseball team hosted Huron for game one of the playoff regional Thursday night. The Hardhats rolled to an impressive 8-0 victory. The same two teams will meet up Friday at 10AM with Post 22 needing one victory to earn a trip to the state tournament.
Class ‘A’ Legion Baseball State Tournament set
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The stage is set for the class ‘A’ legion baseball state tournament as the bracket was unveiled on Friday night. Here’s a look at the bracket: Harrisburg Gold is the top-seed and they’ll have a tough opening round matchup against Brandon Valley. All the games will be played in Brookings […]
Post 22 advances to state, look at Brookings bracket
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Post 22 heads to the state tournament after a shutout sweep against Huron Post 7 on Thursday and Friday. The Hardhats beat Huron 8-0 and 13-0 securing their spot in the next week’s tournament in Brookings. Post 22 is playing for its 45th state title. Post 22 is the only West River team who advanced. Spearfish lost to Renner 13-0 and Post 320 fell to Harrisburg Gold 21-4. Here’s a look at the bracket:
Adult Junior Championship to Play Sunday
Several Pierre Golfers will be competing on Sunday at the Bluffs Golf Course in Vermillion at the South Dakota Golf Association Adult-Junior Championship before the Junior Championship Monday through Wednesday. To be eligible for the Adult-Junior championship, the junior must be 18 years or under and the adult must be...
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