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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...
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...
Rapid City Regional Airport hires new Deputy Director
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Rapid City Regional Airport has a new Deputy Director. The Airport hired Brian Bishop on July 15th. With the Black Hills region in the middle of tourism season and the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally less than two weeks away, Brian Bishop steps in as the Airport’s new Deputy Director at an interesting time.
Augustana University upgrades neuroscience minor to major
This paid piece is sponsored by Augustana University. Beginning in the fall, Augustana University will offer a major in neuroscience. The major will be in addition to the neuroscience minor, which launched in fall 2022, as well as a neuroscience emphasis for psychology majors. “We’ve just had so many students...
Community Wishes Kim Johnson Luck at National Finals Rodeo
NEWELL—Local athlete and recent Newell High School graduate Kimberly Johnson is off to the National High School Finals Rodeo in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Proud members of the community held a sendoff & potluck for Johnson at the Newell Park on July 9 to show their support and wish her luck at the Finals.
Representing his culture; Pine Ridge 17 year old wins Guinness World Record title
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Imagine having more than 5 feet of hair cascading down your back. Reuben Looks Twice Jr. says he’s proud to represent the Lakota tribe after winning the Guinness World Record title for “world’s longest hair on a male teenager.”. “It’s not...
Rapid City man makes first appearance in court after seven hour standoff
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Robie Rombough, 44, appeared in the seventh circuit court Tuesday morning for his initial appearance. He is in custody after a seven-hour standoff in West Rapid City Sunday afternoon. Rombough is facing five felony charges including first-degree burglary and aggravated assault and three misdemeanor charges...
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...
‘I’m exhausted’: Delta flyers arrive in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — U.S. airline regulators have opened an investigation into Delta Air Lines, which is still struggling to restore operations, more than four days after a faulty software update. The cancellations and delays continue to have an impact across the country, including here in KELOLAND. Rob...
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.
Thompson Named Easton/NFCA DII Assistant Coach of the Year
LOUISVILLE, Ky.—Following a dominant 2024 season, Augustana softball's own Kelsey Thompson has been honored as the Easton/NFCA Division II Assistant Coach of the Year award, the National Fastpitch Coaches Association announced Tuesday. In her sixth season since rejoining the Vikings, Thompson mentored a first-team NFCA Division II All-America pitcher...
COMMENTS WANTED ON PLAN TO REMOVE COLLAPSED NSC RAILROAD BRIDGE
THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS IS ASKING FOR PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING THEIR PLAN TO REMOVE THE COLLAPSED RAILROAD BRIDGE FROM THE BIG SIOUX RIVER AT NORTH SIOUX CITY. THE CENTER OF THE BRIDGE COLLAPSED ON JUNE 23RD BECAUSE OF SEVERE FLOODING ON THE RIVER AND THE SPAN HAS BEEN IN THE WATER SINCE THAT TIME.
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.
New Facilities to Boost Game Day Vibes
With an all-new wrestling facility and an impressively renovated arena at South Dakota State University, game-day atmospheres are going to jack up the Jackrabbits. First Bank & Trust Arena – formerly Frost Arena – showcases upgraded concessions and bathrooms, premium seating areas and suites, cutting-edge scoreboards and video displays, a scorer’s bench, repainted floor, an all-new sound system and an expanded concourse. With all these new amenities, Jackrabbit fans have much to look forward to.
A New Season of Jackrabbit Football
Fresh off of its first national championship win, the SDSU Jackrabbits welcomed new head coach Jimmy Rogers for the 2023 season. As successor to the legendary John Stiegelmeier, Rogers faced the challenging task of maintaining the Jackrabbits’ winning tradition while also forging his own identity as the head coach.
Sturgis City Council passes Title 7
STURGIS, S.D.(KBHB) – The Sturgis City Council met in special session Monday night, and after nearly three hours, passed first reading of their new Title 7 ordinance – a necessity since the formation of new city government. Council spent the time cleaning up some language in the ordinance,...
Northern State Announces 2024 Athletics Hall of Fame Class
Aberdeen, S.D. – The Northern State University Foundation and Wolves Athletics will honor six individuals and one team at the 2024 NSU Hall of Fame and Distinguished Alumni Banquet. The event will take place Friday, October 4 in the Kessler's Champions Club Room in the Barnett Center. The evening kicks off with a social at 5 p.m., followed at 5:30 p.m. by the dinner and program. Tickets are required and can be purchased through the NSU Foundation at 605.626.2550 or nsualumni@northern.edu.
DownTown in MadTown includes a Kids Pedal Tractor Pull tonight
DownTown in MadTown returns tonight for its second of six weekly events in downtown Madison. DownTown in MadTown takes place from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Tuesdays through August 20th. The event takes place in the 100-blocks of North and South Egan Avenue. Tonight is Agricultural night, with music provided by Kat Perkins. There will be food vendors, booths, and also kids’ activities including a sanctioned Kids Pedal Tractor Pull.. DownTown in MadTown tonight is sponsored by the Dairy Queen, East River Electric, and Mustang Seeds.
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