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Five Large Fires Burn in Wyoming with Many Smaller Fires Not Contained
There are five large wildfires in Wyoming, with many smaller fires still not 100% contained. This amounts to about 270,000 acres burning. Approximate amount burned: 185,000 acres, 30,000 in Wyoming. Governor Gordon made the following statement:. "I have marshaled all available resources to fight fires this summer, including the five...
Sanford hosting Sioux Falls Marathon Recovery Night
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Due to the heat and humidity the Sioux Falls full marathon is a no-go. However, runners in the half marathon and the 5k will still take to the streets on Sunday. As you can imagine running large distances can be hard on your...
Residents, city leaders hopeful for fresh start at Lake Mitchell
MITCHELL, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The future of Lake Mitchell has been debated for a long time. Just recently, a narrow decision was made by voters, and the latest project to clean up the lake could help the city thrive in the future. “If everything goes as planned, as...
Grant Funds Help School District Expand Programs, Help Struggling Students
The Vermillion School Board received a detailed report at its Aug. 12 meeting of grant funding that the Vermillion School District has recently received. Curriculum Director Kim Johnson and Vermillion High School Principal Jon Frey shared information about the grants and how the funding will be used.
Aug. 23 Football Roundup - Class 9A No. 2 Wall blanks Philip in season opener
WALL — Tanner Volmer scored three total touchdowns as Class 9A No. 2 blanked Philip in Friday high school football action. Volmer threw touchdown passes to Dawson Handcock and Levi Sharp, while he added a three-yard touchdown run. Jace Blasius scored on a kickoff return and Jace Mohr added a 43-yard rushing touchdown.
Kolter Kramer powers Class 9AA No. 1 Parkston in season opener vs. Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy
FREEMAN — Kolter Kramer said Parkston wanted to make a statement in its season opener. Kramer powered the Class 9AA No. 1 Trojans to a 42-14 season-opening win over Class 9AA No. 5 Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy on Friday. The Trojans, who graduated a host of seniors from last season’s state...
Good News: Watertown SkillsUSA SD Dir. Nikki Mark Recognized for Achieving Bronze Level at Ntl Convention
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} At the recent SkillsUSA National Convention, local Watertown SkillsUSA South Dakota Director Nikki Mark was recognized for achieving the Bronze Level – State Standards of Excellence. Director Mark and the SkillsUSA SD office may be tucked away within the Lake Area Technical College (LATC)...
Guns stolen from unlocked cars frustrate police
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The death of a teenager this week can be traced directly to a gun stolen from an unlocked car in Sioux Falls. Police say on Tuesday night, a group of teenagers gathered at a home in central Sioux Falls. They were horsing around with a stolen 9-millimeter when it went off, killing one of them. Now a 13 year old is charged in the death and an adult is facing related charges.
Milbank Industrial Park Poised for Expansion with $2.5 Million EDA Grant
{KXLG – Milbank, SD} The City of Milbank and the Grant County Development Corporation (GCDC) are celebrating a significant win for the region's economic development. A $2.5 million grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) will pave the way for essential infrastructure improvements in the Milbank Industrial Park, setting the stage for future growth and job creation.
Freshly painted basketball court honors the late Native American artist Oscar Howe
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A lot of city parks have basketball courts for kids to play on, but there’s one in Burke that has a fresh new look. It was unveiled Thursday night during a ceremony and as you’re about to see, it’s really special due to its unique design that honors a famous South Dakota Artist.
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