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Watertown Resident Seeks Ordinance Changes After Tragic Dog Incident
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} Another resident spoke at tonight’s Watertown City Council meeting to share an unfortunate incident with another dog that, in the end, caused the death of his dog. He was seeking any potential ordinance changes that could help future incidents. Richard Dunn explains more to...
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...
UPDATE: Deer, not mountain lion spotted near Tea
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A possible mountain lion spotting near the Tea Area high school has been confirmed to be a deer instead, according to officials. Earlier on Monday, Dr. Jennifer Nebelsick Lowery said a mountain lion was spotted “passing through the conservation area west of the high school.” After 4:15 p.m., an update from Nebelsick Lowery said “the review of footage and area indicates there is no mountain lion.”
Claremont residents object to plan to load tallow in town
CLAREMONT, S.D.(Aberdeen Insider) — A plan to haul liquid beef tallow to Claremont and ship it out on rail cars has met substantial opposition. About 40 local residents attended a community meeting at the city hall on Thursday, July 11 and made it clear they aren’t keen on the idea. Their primary concern is that the tanker trucks hauling the tallow from DemKota Ranch Beef in Aberdeen to the rail line in Claremont will damage streets in town.
Sioux Falls School District employee fired after comments about assassination attempt on Donald Trump
The Sioux Falls School District has fired a Ben Reifel Middle School behavior facilitator, after she made comments on social media regarding the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally Saturday in Pennsylvania. Cassandra Oleson, on her personal Facebook page under the name Cassie Martin, which is now inactive, had posted “Shoot -- If only he would’ve had his scope sighted in correctly,” shortly after the assassination attempt by the person FBI identified...
Facing flood damage with hope, positive thoughts, even gratitude
This paid piece is sponsored by Avera Health. Midwestern business owners, from Main Street stores to machine shops in the country, continue to face recovery from flooding. Catastrophes often bring high stress, short tempers and a sense of hopelessness. How do you overcome such overwhelming obstacles? Where do you even start?
Names Released: 18-Year-Old Dies in Pickup Truck Crash Near Flandreau
{KXLG – Flandreau, SD} A fatal crash on Saturday afternoon claimed the life of an 18-year-old woman. The South Dakota Highway Patrol (SDHP) reported that at 2:34 pm on July 13th, a two-vehicle crash occurred on SD Highway 32, approximately five miles west of Flandreau. Preliminary investigation indicates that...
McDonald’s returns to 24-hour service at some Sioux Falls locations
Around-the-clock McDonald’s hours are back. The restaurant has returned to 24-hour days Tuesday through Saturday at two Sioux Falls locations: 3200 S. Minnesota Ave. and 2416 W. 12th St. It’s the first time since 2020 for McDonald’s continual hours after they were discontinued during the COVID-19 pandemic.
East-side wine shop opens in new space with more room for events
This paid piece is sponsored by Dawley Farm Village. Cellar 54’s newest location is right next to its former one — but offers a much better layout for wine shopping and hosting events. Find it in a retail center at Dawley Farm Village between Buffalo Wild Wings and...
Mitchell Fire Department to Hold a Fundraiser
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Nine-year-old Laken of Mitchell asked the Mitchell Fire Department and City Council what happened to “Sparky”, the ceramic dog that had been in residence in front of the Mitchell Fire Department but is no longer. The Fire Department will have a “boot fundraiser” at the...
Luxurious south Sioux Falls home offers contemporary design, top-to-bottom amenities
This paid Executive Home is sponsored by Amy Stockberger Real Estate. This modern masterpiece in south Sioux Falls will captivate you with its unique design and parklike setting. Located at 7509 S. Ridgestone Drive, this six-bedroom, five-bath two-story home spans more than 4,000 square feet. “It’s an immaculate contemporary home...
YMCA CEO resigns, but will continue as Camp Leif Ericson director
Former Sioux Falls YMCA CEO Mike Murphy resigned from his position Friday, and development director Kadyn Wittman has taken over as interim CEO. Murphy will continue his role as director of Camp Leif Ericson and focus efforts there by rebuilding and restoring the camp after floods a few weeks ago damaged the site.
Watertown Mayor Holien Highlights Airport in State of City Address
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} As part of Watertown Mayor Ried Holien’s State of the City Address, he reported on the Watertown airport. Watertown Regional Airport has seen significant infrastructure improvements over the past year. Here are some key highlights:. Snow Removal Equipment:. The airport acquired two MB5 snow...
City of Sturgis readies itself for rally
STURGIS S.D. (KELO) — With the Sturgis Rally less than a month away, the city of Sturgis is full speed ahead on its preparations. The 84th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally runs Friday, Aug. 2 through Sunday, Aug. 11. Thousands of people and their motorcycles from all over the world will be on the roads all throughout South Dakota.
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