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SF woman top 10 finalist in nationwide model casting call
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A Sioux Falls woman is a top 10 finalist in the TORRID women’s clothing nationwide model casting call. Kaylee Slagus, 24, has been selected out of more than 11,000 North American applicants. The casting call was initially narrowed down to the top 30 finalists, then narrowed to the top 10 in the final round.
Old house, new life in Cathedral Historic District
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A home that was once an eyesore in a historic neighborhood, is now ready for renters. KELOLAND News took you inside the Gothic Revival-style house back in June of 2023, not long after John Koch bought it. “As you can see we’ve stripped it...
Goodwill of the Great Plains offering discounts for National Thrift Shop Day
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On Saturday, shoppers at Goodwill stores in the region can get some great deals ahead of the new school year. Goodwill of the Great Plains is celebrating National Thrift Shop Day on Saturday by offering the first 100 shoppers and donors at its 22 locations 25% off their entire purchase.
Murderer wanted; FEMA relief; Riverfest; drought
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Here are the top stories for news and weather for KELOLAND’s On the Go: Saturday, August 17th. A warrant is out for a man wanted for murdering a newborn in Pennington County. A second person was arrested in the same incident earlier this week.
New school pathway sparks concern for Harrisburg kids
HARRISBURG, S.D. (KELO) – Kids will fill the new Liberty Elementary School in southern Harrisburg on Tuesday. However, some parents are worried about the new route their kids are supposed to take to school next week. Brooke Wipf who has two children attending the new school says the path...
Most of the Riders Who Died at Sturgis Weren’t Wearing Helmets, Leaving 12 Dead
Only three of the deceased riders are confirmed to have been wearing helmets. That's one more death when compared to the 2023 rally. The Sturgis Rally finished on August 11th, and in the period just before, during, and after the event, 12 riders were left dead as a result of road traffic accidents. Of the riders killed, just three were confirmed to have been wearing helmets, while seven of the riders weren't wearing helmets. It's still under investigation whether or not two of the riders were wearing helmets.
Storybook Island celebrates 65th birthday with 'Family Night'
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Storybook Island opened in Rapid City on August 16, 1959. 65 years later, while the park looks much different, the magic is still there. Storybook Island held "Family Night" on Friday to celebrate the park's 65th birthday. Hundreds of families gathered to visit the park and to interact with many vendors and experiences.
Union County residents now eligible for FEMA following presidential disaster declaration
After two months of waiting, Union County is now officially eligible for FEMA’s individual assistance, and the residents of North Sioux City and McCook Lake are ready to start the next step of recovery.
Downtown Riverfest expecting big turnout
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — There are lots of activities taking place this weekend in Sioux Falls, but the biggest summer event for downtown is the 11th annual Downtown Riverfest where they are expecting between 10 to 20 thousand people. “This is going to be a celebration; family friendly...
SDUIH back-to-school event offers physicals, vaccines
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The wind was no match for families at South Dakota Urban Indian Health’s (SDUIH) back-to-school bash on Friday. Sports physicals, vaccinations and raffle drawings were some of the activities participants could get involved with. “We have an awesome team of medical staff that...
South Dakota State University Gears Up for Move-In Weekend as Large Incoming Class and Strong Retention Expected
{KXLG – Brookings, SD} South Dakota State University (SDSU) is preparing for a busy move-in weekend as they anticipate a record number of returning students and a large incoming first-year class. The festivities begin on Friday, August 23rd, and aim to smoothly transition students into their new on-campus living arrangements and welcome them back to the SDSU community.
Three members of the Lake Country DockHounds provide quick response after bicycle accident
Almost seven hours away from their home field in Oconomowoc, three members of the Lake Country DockHounds jumped into action when they encountered a seriously injured bicyclist, according to the team's director of marketing and communications, Bryan Giese. On Aug. 7, an elderly bicyclist sustained a severe head injury after a collision with a pedestrian in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Giese said. ...
Local fallen airman laid to rest
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) –Friday friends and family paid their final respects to a U.S. airman at the Black Hills National Cemetery. According to his obituary, 38-year-old Matthew Anderson was hit by a drunk driver in Colorado. Late last night his casket arrived in Rapid City. Hundreds of people...
Augustana Hall of Famer Ken Kessinger Passes Away
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Augustana Hall of Famer Ken Kessinger passed away on August 13 at the age of 99. Kessinger attended school at Augustana following his service in World War II with the Air Force. He graduated from Augustana in 1949 with 12 letters, four in football, four in basketball and four in track and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1979.
Watertown Regional Landfill to Undergo Paving Improvements
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The City of Watertown Public Works Department will begin improvement work at the Watertown Regional Landfill on Monday, August 19, 2024. The project is scheduled to be completed by August 30, 2024, barring unforeseen circumstances. The project's scope involves replacing the existing base course with...
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