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Noem says budget surplus will be used for prison construction
(The Center Square) - South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem said Monday she plans to us an $80.7 million budget surplus to offset prison construction costs. The $80 million surplus includes $24.3 million, which was above the forecast for fiscal year 2024 and $56.4 million saved by reductions in state government spending, according to Noem. “South Dakota makes common sense decisions based on small government, low taxes, and spending within our...
Pet of the Week: Meet Cookie!
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Are you looking for a unique pet? Your next best buddy could be waiting for you at the Humane Society of the Black Hills. Let’s get to know this week’s pet of the week, Cookie. His coat is almost as colorful as his...
How the minerals, fossils of an area can impact the beer available
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Many people won’t think about the minerals in their water when thinking about what beer to drink, but one Paleontologist will be talking about that Tuesday at Hay Camp Brewing Company. Dr. Andrew Farke is in town Tuesday to talk about how fossils and...
Turkey Hunting Licenses: Follow Up Story
PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Every now and again, a person running for office will declare government should be run like a business. The Game Fish and Parks is run like a business. They’re expected to generate the revenue they need to operate the department through fees, like park admissions and sporting licenses, along with federal and other funds that come the department’s way. That creates a tension between maximizing fees, like welcoming out-of-state sportsmen who pay higher prices to South Dakota and balancing in-state hunters’ opportunities.
Free Teen Night Pool Party at Horace Mann Pool in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. - The Rapid City Parks and Recreation Department is set to host the second Teen Night Pool Party of the summer series this week. The Teen Night Pool Party will take place on Wednesday, July 17 at Horace Mann Pool from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., featuring a 'Movie Night' theme with movie-themed prizes. These events are open to youth aged 10-17, free of charge, with no registration required.
Be Part of the Excitement: Hills Alive Festival seeks weekend volunteers
RAPID CITY, S.D. - With only five days remaining until the highly anticipated Hills Alive Christian music festival, organizers are reaching out to the community for volunteer assistance. Life Light, the group now responsible for managing the festival, is urgently seeking volunteers, particularly for Saturday and Sunday shifts, even if...
Calvary Chapel Community Church: A hub of faith and community
"Pastor Greg is very passionate about sharing his faith. This church also offers the Awana Program for kids. They have a radio station based out of the church as well." Calvary Chapel Community Church, led by Pastor Greg Blanc, is a welcoming place where the community gathers to worship, learn and grow in their faith. Located in a building that once housed a gymnastics center, the church has transformed into a spiritual home for many in the city.
The Price Is Right contestant helps St. Francis House with a new washer and dryer
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Every once in a while you see a South Dakotan come on down during The Price is Right game show, it’s rare, but when it happens it’s exciting to watch them; especially when they win something. But what one Sioux Falls man...
New bison integrating into herd at Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation
Bison getting prepared to enter the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Reservation. Over 70 new bison are integrating into the existing buffalo herd at the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation. The bison were living at conservation lands at The Wilds, a nonprofit conservation center in Ohio. Officials with The Wilds said the...
The Sturgis Buffalo Chip is ready for 9 days of music, motorcycles
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The 84th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is just about to kick off. The Buffalo Chip is your home to all the entertainment that the Rally has in store. The Chip is hosting live music events, featuring performances by Kid Rock, Jelly Roll, Travis Tritt, Aaron...
Doughnut shop to expand into former Hardee’s location
A locally owned doughnut shop is adding a second location to keep up with its growing wholesale business. The new Mr. Donuts that’s coming to the former Hardee’s building at 1010 E. 10th St. also will serve east-side customers, owner Stev Meas said. He has painted the exterior...
Mitchell City Council Hears Dry Run Creek Drainage Report
The Mitchell City Council spent the better part of Monday’s meeting getting briefed on the Dry Run Creek Drainage report prepared by Infrastructure Design Group over the last several years. Engineer Phil Gundvaldson outlined the various bottlenecks along Dry Run Creek at Minnesota Street, Sanborn Boulevard and Burr Street...
Hot Summer Nights Corvettes To Cruise Sioux Falls, Black Hills Corvette Classic
Pull off the cover, shine the chrome, and slide into your ride for the annual Hot Summer Nights in Sioux Falls this week at WH Lyons Fairgrounds. Or, if you just like cars and drive your mom's Buick, pack the family up for a fun night out. As the longest-running...
Man who died in 26th Street crash last week identified
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The man who died in a crash on 26th Street in eastern Sioux Falls last week has been identified by Sioux Falls police. According to police spokesman Sam Clemens, the man who died was John Louis Martin, 63, from Sioux Falls. Last week, police...
Straight Line Winds Rip Through the Pierre Area
PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) A storm with some wind gusts exceeding 80mph blew through central South Dakota early Sunday morning (July 14, 2024). Ryan Vipond is a meteorologist with the National Weather Service Office in Aberdeen. He says some places saw wind gusts at 90mph or more. Vipond says the storm...
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