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One ORR the other: School board makes tough choices ahead of opt-out vote
With the upcoming opt-out vote on Sept. 17 looming, the Oldham-Ramona-Rutland School Board was forced to make a pair of tough decisions at their Aug. 12 meeting. The choices revolved around the district's plans for a failed or passed opt-out, with either option having significant implications for the future of the district. Should it fail, the district will be split into an elementary school and middle/high school, with which site would serve which function yet to be decided. Should it pass, the board would seek survey data from resident voters as to whether they would like to see a new school constructed in Ramona, or at the previously discussed location at the corner of Highway 81 and 223rd Street, though the second option would require an additional bond vote.
DWU graduates sixth class in church leadership program
Dakota Wesleyan University celebrated the sixth class of United Methodist Church pastors to complete the Practical Church Leadership (PCL) graduate certificate program during a combination in-person and virtual gathering hosted on the DWU campus July 15-19. The program began as a joint effort of DWU and the Dakotas-Minnesota Area of...
SDSU FALLS IN OPENER TO KANSAS
BROOKINGS, S.D. – Kansas scored two consecutive goals before the end of the first half, then held South Dakota State off the scoreboard in the second, as the Jayhawks defeated the Jackrabbits 2-1 at Fishback Soccer Park on Thursday in front of 418 fans. The two sides combined for...
BISCHOFF SERVING AS PRESIDENT OF SD ASSOCIATED SCHOOL BOARDS
The SD Associated School Boards and School Administrators meeting for 2024 wrapped up in Sioux Falls last week. Recently taking over as president of the Associated School Boards is Garret Bischoff of Huron with his association with the Huron School Board. Garret talks about some of the work the board is involved with.
Sioux Falls Faces Staten Island Saturday At LLWS
(Williamsport, PA) — The Sioux Falls baseball team has another day to prepare for its first elimination game in the Little League World Series. Sioux Falls takes on a team from Staten Island, New York on Saturday. Staten Island lost its opening game to Henderson, Nevada nine-to-one on Thursday, one day after Sioux Falls suffered a one-run loss. Saturday’s game starts at 11 a.m. Central time. If Sioux Falls wins on Saturday, they’ll play another elimination game on Sunday against the loser of today’s game between teams from Illinois and Hawaii.
Motorcycle-SUV Collision Sends Motorcyclist to Hospital in Watertown
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} A 54-year-old Watertown woman is hospitalized with severe injuries following a motorcycle accident Thursday evening. The incident occurred at approximately 5:59 PM at the intersection of 3rd Avenue NE and 2nd Street NE. According to the Watertown Police Department, a 2011 GMC Acadia, driven by...
Record numbers likely for backpack giveaway
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Since Project S.O.S. (Supply Our Students) started in 1989, the demand for school supplies has increased drastically. “Every year, the number goes up, the city grows, the school district grows. And so there’s more children that benefit from the S.O.S. program,” executive director of The Banquet, Tamera Jerke-Liesinger said.
KELOLAND Pet Food Drive will benefit rescue animals
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) — KELOLAND’s Pet Food Drive is just two weeks away. Donations will benefit Almost Home Canine Rescue and Dakota Dachshunds Rescue. 3-month-old Lil Buddy first arrived at Almost Home Canine Rescue as a medical emergency. Some of his injuries included a broken leg and a pelvic fissure. That’s why Jennifer Dolan and her family knew they had to help.
City of Sioux Falls launches upgraded version of its app
The city of Sioux Falls is launching an upgraded version of its app. In 2019, the city launched its initial version to help residents submit city issues on various services. Ali Hartzler is the Communications and Culture Officer for the city. She said there are a lot of updates on the new app.
Brookings-area calendar for Aug. 17-23, 2024
• Brookings AA has meetings at 8:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. at 135 First Ave. S. For more information, call 605-692-6070. • Brookings AA has meetings at 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. at 135 First Ave. S. For more information, call 605-692-6070. • The Brookings Domestic Abuse Shelter women’s support...
MANDING, MURDZEK ON HERMANN TROPHY WATCH LIST
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – United Soccer Coaches announced on Thursday the 44 NCAA Division Women's Division I college soccer players named to the 2024 Hermann Trophy Watch List as the regular season officially gets underway. Two South Dakota State seniors were among the players recognized among the nation's best.
2024 Sturgis Rally sees mixed numbers | August 15
See the audio attached above to listen to the full news update/podcast. Each day, SDPB brings you statewide news coverage. We then compile those stories into a daily podcast. Subscribe on Apple or Spotify. On today's update... The 2024 Sturgis Rally is over. What are the community takeaways after two...
City of Watertown and Midco to unveil free public Wi-Fi at Foundation Plaza
Downtown Watertown’s popular Foundation Plaza draws people for concerts, special events, playground equipment, a splash pad and lots of open space. But now the park experience will be enhanced with access to free public Wi-Fi. The City of Watertown has partnered with Midco to offer the Wi-Fi service. The...
Northern State Men and Women Picked Seventh in NSIC Preseason Polls
Burnsville, Minn. – The Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference released the 2024 NSIC Preseason Coaches' Polls for cross country this morning. Northern was picked seventh on the women's side, tied with Minot State, with 106 points. The Wolves men were also selected seventh with 82 total points. Nathan Alto and Avery Murray were named the runners to watch for NSIC heading into the fall season.
City approves master drainage plan
BROOKINGS — A new 10-year master drainage plan, whose goals include reducing the flood risk within the city, was accepted on a 7-0 vote by the Brookings City Council on Tuesday night. The ISG-authored plan, which has been in the works since August 2021, splits the city into five...
Youth Home Run Derby coming to Foundation Fields
The Watertown Police Department’s D.A.S.H. program is looking for the next Harmon Killebrew. D.A.S.H officers will hold a Home Run Derby from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, August 16, at Foundation Fields at 1800 Third Ave. NE. The event is open to boys and girls ages 8 through 18. The competition will be divided into four age groups: 8-10, 11-13, 14-16 and 17-18. Each contestant will hit three times off a tee to see who can hit the ball the farthest.
Imagining the future for Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) — They’re laying the groundwork for the future of Sioux Falls, and they want to hear from you. City Planning and Development Director Jeff Eckhoff unveiled Shape Sioux Falls 2050 Wednesday morning. He says the city is in the early stages of getting the planning tool off the ground. It’s similar to another plan done in 2016 that helped pave the way for planning and development in recent years.
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