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SDSU assistant Megan Lueck named head coach of women’s basketball team at Division Three St. Olaf
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - One of Aaron Johnston’s assistant coaches is leaving Brookings for a shot at running her own progam. Megan Lueck was named head coach of the women’s basketball program at Division Three St. Olaf in Northfield, Minnesota, today. It’s a homecoming for...
Lennox knocks off Lake Norden in Legion baseball
LENNOX, S.D. (KELO) — In a low-scoring affair, Lennox defeated Lake Norden 4-3 at home Friday night. Through four innings, the each team mustered just one run and one hit. Each of those early runs came on RBI groundouts. With the win, Post 174 improved to 10-6 on the season. Lennox is set to begin […]
Renovated Geddes baseball field sees first action in 14 years
GEDDES — The 2010 amateur season was the last time the Geddes baseball field was used for an organized game. Fourteen years later, and with the help of countless volunteers and donors, baseball is back in Geddes. The idea to bring baseball back to Geddes couldn’t have happened without...
Dennis Jensen selected as SHS Alumnus of the Year
Dennis Jensen, SHS Class of 1974 was named Alumnus of the Year Saturday night, July 13, 2024, at the Sisseton High School Alumni Banquet. David Gilbertson gave the following remarks in presenting the award to Jensen:. “Many of you who are in this room tonight are here because you have...
Tickets now on sale for Dancing With The Sioux Falls Stars
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sioux Falls celebrities and their dance partners will soon take the stage to raise funds for mental health support, and tickets to the show are now available. The fundraiser is set for 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 19 at The District in Sioux...
Explorers series opener against Sioux Falls postponed, doubleheader set for tomorrow
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) – Tonight’s Sioux City Explorers game against the Sioux Falls Canaries has been postponed due to inclement weather. The pair will play a doubleheader at Lewis and Clark Park, beginning at 5:05 p.m.
Pierce, Pospisil dominate round 2 of Silver Dollar Nationals
BRANDON, S.D. (HUSET’S) – Bobby Pierce and Tad Pospisil scored victories at Huset’s Speedway on Thursday during Night 2 of the 14th annual Silver Dollar Nationals presented by MyRacePass. Pierce led all 40 laps to capture the $10,000-to-win Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series main event during the opening preliminary night of the event that […]
Four winds and art festival
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Starting Friday night, people in Sioux Falls will get to enjoy several genres of music at the Four Winds Music and Arts Festival. The Four Winds Art and Music Festival is about bringing people together and bringing harmony to the community. “It’s a gathering...
‘One of my favorite people’: WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday with family, friends
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KSFY/Gray News) - A South Dakota community came together to celebrate a milestone birthday for one of its residents. Arnie Hinseth celebrated turning 100 years old earlier this month with some of his loved ones and close friends at the Good Samaritan Society Sioux Falls Village. Hinseth...
SD Team Ties for 2nd at 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships
BROOKINGS, S.D. – South Dakota’s team tied for second place for the sweepstakes award at the 2024 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships. Thirty-five youth representing South Dakota State University Extension 4-H competed at the national championships from June 24-28 in Grand Island, Nebraska. The annual competition drew 708 youth from 40 states to demonstrate their abilities in archery and shooting across multiple disciplines.
Dakota Scout to remain Sioux Falls’ legal newspaper
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The Dakota Scout will remain the official legal newspaper for the City of Sioux Falls after a judge denied the motion for a preliminary injunction earlier this week. The injunction would have reversed the city’s decision to appoint The Dakota Scout as the legal...
Canaries Crushed in Cleburne, at Sioux City Tonight
(Cleburne, TX) — The Sioux Falls Canaries hope to snap a three-game losing streak tonight when they open a weekend series in Sioux City. The Birds were swept in their three-game series at Cleburne, losing the finale 8-0 yesterday. The Railroaders pounded Sioux Falls pitching in the series, outscoring the Canaries 25-3. First pitch tonight against the Explorers is set for 7:05.
New Aerostar Plant Opening In Sioux Falls
(Sioux Falls, SD) — Big tech is set to reach new heights in Sioux Falls. South Dakota’s congressional delegation cut the ribbon for a new Aerostar facility in the city yesterday. It’s a 78-thousand square foot plant where the company will produce complex radar and stratospheric balloons. Senator Mike Rounds made an appearance at the opening, saying the technology that will not only connect people, but it will also save lives as well. The new facility is located in the Docks, southwest of foundation park, in the northwest part of Sioux Falls.
Purple Heart Given To Dakota Wesleyan Grad
(Mitchell, SD) — A Dakota Wesleyan grad is the newest recipient of the Purple Heart medal. Jerry Stravia was honored yesterday for injuries he received in Iraq nearly 20 years ago while serving with the U.S. Army. Stravia says he has been through a lot of ups and downs since that moment in 2007. He credited his wife and growth in faith for getting him through challenges of PTSD and identity. Stravia, who’s a native of Colorado, wrestled for Dakota Wesleyan when he attended school there. He now serves as a senior leader at Prairie Winds Church in Dickinson, North Dakota, and coaches girls wrestling.
After delays, the City of Madison is nearing the end of its 2022 audit
The city of Madison 2022 financial audit is nearing completion. The audit was delayed due to the implementation of new software from Tyler Technologies and staff turnover. Due to the delay, the Department of Legislative Audit may issue a notice of non-compliance. Municipalities in South Dakota are required to complete financial audits within 18 months of the end of the year. While the City of Madison did not make this deadline on June 30, 2024, all information has been provided to the auditor who is expected to complete the audit report shortly. The City of Madison says they have been actively engaged and cooperative with the Department of Legislative Audit throughout this process.
Madison hires Kirchner as Water Survey Technician
The City of Madison is conducting a mandatory lead line survey. The survey, which is used to determine which homes have lead water pipes and which do not, requires 100% completion by October 16 of this year. Currently, the completion rate stands at approximately 70%. Lead is a toxic metal...
New event venue opens inside Dell Rapids City Hall
The new City Hall in Dell Rapids has a special addition in its lower level: The Riverside event venue. Brittney Nelson, the event center director, said it offers an “elegant space” for any occasion. “The Riverside has space for weddings, baby showers, corporate trainings, etc.,” Nelson said. “We...
Lincoln pedestrian hit by car passes away at hospital
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The Lincoln Police Department is investigating a crash Saturday that left one pedestrian dead. First responders were called to the intersection of Sun Valley Boulevard and West O Street at 11:45 a.m. for a pedestrian hit by a car. LPD said the victim was transported...
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