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Lawmakers want to know the 'good, bad and ugly' about alleged $1.8 million theft
(The Center Square) - Members of South Dakota's Government Operations and Audit Committee grilled Auditor General Russell Olson over why a $1.8 million alleged theft by a state employee wasn't discovered but received few answers. Lonna Carroll, 68, of Algona an employee for Child Protection Services in Hughes County. She was indicted by a grand jury on two counts of grand theft earlier this month, according to Attorney General Marty Jackley. ...
Senator Rounds’ staff to have booth at Brown County Fair
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release) – Staff from the office of U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) will be conducting outreach at the Brown County Fair to assist residents with any issues they may have with federal agencies. “South Dakota is filled with many strong communities,”said Rounds. “Our office values feedback from...
South Dakota officials peppered with questions on price tag for new men’s prison
Lawmakers expressed frustration Tuesday in Pierre over the uncertain price tag for construction and operations of a proposed men’s prison in Lincoln County. Members of the Legislature’s Appropriations Committee also had pointed questions for Department of Corrections officials on alternative sites for the project, which has sparked a lawsuit from nearby neighbors and represents the...
A different kind of flower shop arrives in Brookings
BROOKINGS — There’s a new medical cannabis provider in Brookings, and it’s a name people might recognize if they’ve been to Sioux Falls: Flower Shop Dispensary. Located in the old Midway building at 1004 Sixth St., the dispensary works with around 50 in-state cannabis cultivators and carries over 200 different products, general manager James Buryanek told the Brookings Register in an interview.
Price and location of planned men’s penitentiary still unknown
PIERRE, SD (KELO.com) — South Dakota lawmakers have some tough decisions ahead of them on prison construction. The women’s prison under construction in Rapid City is over budget, and so far there’s not a firm price for the men’s facility. Appropriations Committee member, Representative John Mills of Brookings, wants legislators to hold off on making any commitments.
Sioux Falls Just Flipped the Switch on ‘Circuit 13.’ What Is It?
Sioux Falls is getting all powered up for the future. On Monday, (July 29) City Light and Power celebrated the competition of a highly anticipated project by flipping the switch on "Circuit 13." Dakota News Now reports the Circut 13 Project, a 5.5-mile underground electrical circuit that powers much of...
Sioux Falls School District not copying Gettysburg School District's 'device-free' policy
South Dakota's largest school district won't be reviewing or considering a policy change on cell phones in class rooms before the start of the school year, unlike other districts in the state. Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken recently called a Gettysburg School District’s decision to be “device-free” a “bold leadership decision that I hope other districts follow,” but the Sioux Falls School District won't be weighing the choice any time soon. ...
Super 8 Motel Celebrates Turning 50 by Offering Room Rate of $8.88
At 50 years young, Super 8 is giving guests a chance to book a room this summer at the same rate it charged in 1974: $8.88 a night plus tax. Act fast though – only 888 nights are available at the reduced rate. “Remember when eight bucks could get...
The power of art and friendship: Jeri Vickmark-Wilkinson receives MAAC showcase
The power of art and friendship were on full display at the Madison Area Arts Council on July 26, as visitors gathered for the first local showcase from Madison resident Jeri Vickmark-Wilkinson. Born in Pierre yet raised in Madison, Vickmark-Wilkinson left the town three days after her high school graduation...
Watertown edges Harrisburg Gold in 11 innings
BROOKINGS, S.D. (KELO) — Watertown handed Harrisburg Gold its first loss to a South Dakota team this season with a 3-2 11-inning marathon win in the winner’s bracket of the Class ‘A’ state tournament Wednesday. Nathan Briggs knocked in the game-winning run with a bloop single to right in the top of the 11th. Post […]
CLAREMONT RESIDENTS OBJECT TO PLAN TO LOAD TALLOW IN TOWN
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.
Avera St. Luke’s Hospital named 5-Star facility by CMS
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Avera St. Luke’s Hospital has been named a 5-star facility by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Star ratings enable consumers to quickly and easily assess the patient experience and quality of care information provided on the Care Compare website. “Our health care...
Abbott House in Mitchell Receives a Generous Gift
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The Dakota State Fraternal Order of Eagles has stepped up to the plate once again to help hurting children in need who have experienced abuse or neglect. Members of the Vermillion Eagles #2421 demonstrated their unwavering commitment to “People Helping People” by presenting a total of $16,700 in checks to the Abbott House Foundation before their most recent weekly meetings.
NTDP Announces 2024-25 Schedule Changes
Nov. 15 - Madison @ Under-18 - now March 14 - TICKETS. Nov. 16 - Madison @ Under-18 - now March 15 - TICKETS. Jan. 30 - Youngstown @ Under-18 - now Youngstown @ Under-17, same date - TICKETS. March 5 - Under-17 @ Youngstown - now Under-18 @ Youngstown,...