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Relieving mothers and training doctors
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Parents know that having a child isn’t cheap. In the United States, on average, nearly nineteen thousand dollars. Health insurance can help lower that price tag, but it’s something not everyone has. That’s where a unique OB Clinic within Sanford Health can help.
Chargers fall to Northern State
The Charger women's soccer team fell 3-1 against NCAA Division II Northern State University Wolves Wednesday afternoon in Aberdeen, South Dakota. The Wolves struck first in the 28th minute, as Maliyah Ritthirak opened the scoring off an assist from Sophie Taylor. Northern State would add two goals in the second...
Sturgis Buffalo Chip's 2024 Lost and Found
STURGIS, S.D. - The Sturgis Buffalo Chip has released its much-anticipated Lost and Found gallery for the 2024 Rally. This year's lost items include a bowling pin, a Christmas ornament, cars and even a prosthetic leg. For the full gallery, including the less-than-safe-for-work photos, check out the Sturgis Buffalo Chip's...
Town Hall - Watertown Community Grapples with Childcare Crisis
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} A town hall meeting held tonight, August 28th, brought together local leaders and community members to address the pressing issue of childcare shortages, specifically in Codington County. The childcare crisis, however, is being felt statewide and even nationwide. The meeting, moderated by Watertown Mayor Ried Holien and City Manager Amanda Mack, discussed potential solutions and strategies to address the growing crisis.
New Postmaster makes home in 57442 zip code
This isn’t Kairik Strehlow’s first zip code. Gettysburg’s new Postmaster has lived in a number of places before settling in at 57442. Known as Kai, he was born in Milwaukee, grew up in Montana between Livingston and Bozeman, and after graduating from high school in 2006 went back to Wisconsin to attend the Milwaukee Area Technical Institute where he earned an associate’s degree in culinary arts. “I have jumped around quite a bit, cooking in and managing almost 10 different restaurants,” he said. He said his favorite choice of cuisine to cook is Italian, with German being a close second. His last restaurant job was managing Bridges restaurant at Arrowwood Resort in Oacoma.
Minnesota Amateur Baseball State Tournament Wraps Up This Weekend
11 a.m. @ JORDAN- CHAMPLIN PARK LoGATORS vs. The Class B Championship game will be played at 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 1st in Belle Plaine. Winners meet Sunday in Green Isle/Jordan, state championship game to be played Monday at 1 p.m. in Jordan. More information on the Minnesota Baseball...
21 officers to graduate from Tribal Prioritized Law Enforcement Training
PIERRE, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that 21 officers, including nine tribal law enforcement officers, will graduate from the state’s tribal prioritized law enforcement class course on Sept. 3. The 13-week course, which started on June 3, included instruction in the law,...
Variety of New and “Back by Popular Demand” Events Held at SD State Fair
HURON, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) A wide variety of new and popular events will be held during the South Dakota State Fair. For a full list of events, to register, or learn more, visit www.sdstatefair.com. Red – “A Taylor Swift Tribute” welcomed by American Bank & Trust on Monday, September 2, is...
Attorney General Jackley Announces Plea Entered, Trial Date Set In Stealing $1.8 Million in State, Federal Funds Case
PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that a former state Department of Social Services employee has pleaded not guilty to charges of stealing an estimated $1.8 million in state and federal funds from the department’s Child Protection Services. A trial date of Dec. 4, 2024 in Pierre has been scheduled.
National Weather Service Aberdeen, SD Issues Preliminary Report on August 28, 2024 Tornado Event
{KXLG – South Dakota} The National Weather Service (NWS) in Aberdeen, South Dakota, has released a preliminary report detailing the tornado activity on August 28, 2024. The report highlights three tornadoes that touched down in Campbell County, causing significant damage to properties and agricultural fields. The NWS continues to investigate additional reports and accounts related to the event.
FEMA approves 647 applications; opening recovery center in Canton Friday
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — FEMA has approved 647 applications from four counties in South Dakota as of Thursday afternoon. According to a FEMA email, the funding of $3.7 has been approved to disaster victims in Davison, Lincoln, Turner and Union Counties. FEMA is opening a Disaster Recovery Center...
Split Rock Creek fish kill: Farmers ask questions of alleged dumping nearby
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - (UPDATE) Wednesday, we told you of hundreds of dead fish in Split Rock Creek, with the Department of Ag and Natural Resources taking the lead on the investigation. First alert investigator Beth Warden heard from the farmer involved, who described an incident where...
Rapid City man arrested, accused of inappropriate contact with young girls
PENNINGTON COUNTY, S.D. (KOTA) - After a 6 month-long investigation, Reed Thompson of Rapid City is in custody facing numerous charges of taking advantage of high-risk girls. The 55-year-old is in the Pennington County Jail. The investigation began in early 2024 after his actions were reported to law enforcement. Specific...
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