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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.
Scott & Sara Schlisner and family named Ag Bowl Captains
Scott Schlisner’s family has been farming in the Madison area since they settled in the area in the late 1800s. “Our farm is five generations,” Scott added. “My great-grandfather, my grandfather, my dad, me, and now my oldest son is doing a bit of farming.”. “You get...
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.
Augie, USF getting ready to welcome students
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Augustana University’s campus is still fairly quiet right now. But that all changed this weekend. “It’s basically buzzing, the whole campus is,” Augustana Senior Elizabeth Toso said. The move-in day for new students is set for Saturday. “We’re really excited. Augustana...
Local Sports 8-23-24
Yankton Bucks Soccer fell to 1, 2, and 1 on the year last night, as they were defeated by the Harrisburg Tigers 1 to 0. Despite the loss, head coach Dane Hansen had high praise for his goalkeeper Andrew Budig (boo-dig) who recorded 10 saves in the contest. Next up...
Chargers Open Season on the Road Facing Winless Northwestern
The Sully Buttes Chargers football team will get the season underway tonight as the Chargers will take on the Northwestern Wildcats in Mellete. The Chargers finished the 2023 season at 3-6 falling in the first round of the playoffs to Kadoka Area 38-22, but have plenty of experience returning with just one graduated senior from last year’s team. Tonight, the Chargers face the Wildcats who did not pick up a win last year. At 0-8, Northwestern had five games end by the 50 point mercy rule and scored just 16 points all season with those 16 coming in only two games. Northwestern drops from Class 9A to 9B for the season. Tom Moore, head coach of the Sully Buttes Chargers says they’re not so much concerned about Northwestern, but more about themselves…
Tennis Travels to Madison for Two Day Invite
The Pierre Governor tennis team is back to work this weekend after its first set of competition last weekend. The Governors will be in Madison for a two day event. Starting today, the Governors will compete in a singles tournament as teams from around the state will be there. Teams of Aberdeen Roncalli, Huron, Lennox, Milbank, Rapid City Christian, Sioux Falls Christian, Spearfish, St. Thomas More and Vermillion. Pierre has already seen Rapid City Christian, Spearfish and Huron from last weekend’s four duals.
Basic first aid kits ‘not adequate’ for tower workers, safety pro says
Watertown, SD — Not all first aid kids are created equal, communication tower industry expert Brandon Foster emphasizes in a new video from NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association. Foster, director of safety and field operations at NATE member company VIKOR, addresses best practices related to first aid with...
Augustana football aims to rely on new leaders
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The Augustana football team sits second in the preseason conference poll after having lost 27 lettermen and the team is looking to adjust. 24 incoming freshman will be joining the Vikings roster and the physicality they bring make them easy to teach, as the team looks to fill in some […]
Northern State having success with SD recruiting
ABERDEEN, S.D. (KELO) — Northern State is preparing for a new season. They started 1-4 last year, but finished the year with a 5-6 mark. The Wolves return six starters on offense and seven on defense. That group includes names like Hank Kraft at running back and standout linebacker, Luke Gunderson. Now, the Wolves are […]
Siouxland Woodturners are turning lots of heads with their beautiful pieces of work
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — They are a unique group of people who turn pieces of small wood into beautiful and meaningful products that they donate to others. They call themselves the Siouxland Woodturners and their skills and work are turning lots of heads. It starts out as a small piece of wood, but it’s going to leave a big impression on someone.
VOLLEYBALL: PAS’ Tuinstra grateful for national exposure
With the goal in mind to become a year-round player, Pipestone Area Schools’ Taryn Tuinstra opted to join the Sanford Sports Academy in Sioux Falls, S.D. “I got involved with Sanford by seeing it on Instagram,” said Tuinstra, who fills the role of outside hitter for the Arrows. “I wanted to meet new people and play throughout the whole spring and summer.”
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