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Yankton’s Rental Situation Addressed
On Wednesday night, a group of concerned citizens met at the United Way conference room to discuss the condition of residential rentals in Yankton. The main issue discussed was the complete lack of code enforcement that would protect renters from repairs and upkeep not being completed. Alixis Evans, with Pathways...
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. ...
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.
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...
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.
Minnesota brewery to close Sioux Falls taproom
Lupulin Brewing Co. will close its Sioux Falls taproom this fall. The Minnesota-based brewer won’t renew its lease at 2425 S. Shirley Ave. and will close Oct. 31, it said in a statement. Lupulin acquired Sioux Falls-based Hydra Beer Co. in 2019 and took over its brewery and taproom.
KJAM Announces 2nd Backyard BBQ Winner
The KJAM & Sunshine Foods Backyard BBQ is back again this year. Three lucky people will win a backyard BBQ with their friends and a family along with a grill from Madison Ace Hardware, patio furniture from Montgomery’s, and a Yeti cooler from Runnings. Plus, KJAM staff will bring burgers and brats from Dakota Butcher as well as chips and pop from Classic Corner.
Stuff to do: July 31-Aug. 6
Cheers to five years. Severance Brewing is celebrating five years in business with an event Saturday featuring five new brews, live music, yard games, giveaways and limited-edition merch. Check out the details here. Hit the block. It's the last downtown block party of the summer Friday night at 8th and...
Check out this beautifully updated 5-bedroom home in Spearfish
SPEARFISH, S.D. - Recently updated from top to bottom, this beautiful 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in Sandstone Hills offers stunning views and modern updates you must see to appreciate. As you enter, you'll be impressed by the gorgeous kitchen featuring Thermador appliances, quartz countertops from Moda Stone, updated cabinets, a custom...
AARP grant works to make Downtown Sioux Falls streets safer
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Downtown Sioux Falls is using funds from AARP to help their DTSF Lively and Beautiful Streets initiative with the addition of colorful curb extensions, also known as bump-outs. “It allows people to have a little bit more space when they’re trying to cross...
Storybook Land installs new slide at Jack and Jill’s Hill
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio) Storybook Land in Aberdeen, SD just installed another new attraction inside the park, the rolling slide at Jack and Jill’s Hill. Mark Hoven, the Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Director, explained why the old slide needed to be replaced. Hoven states that the new slide...
Dakota News Neighbor: Great Outdoor Store
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Where the gray and green of concrete and trees meet in downtown Sioux Falls is the Great Outdoor Store. The business is part outdoor lifestyle shop, part base camp for local adventure-seekers. What is GOS?. While the Great Outdoor Store has a wide...
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.
PHOTO OF THE DAY: 16U REGION CHAMPIONS
Two days after the Sticks won the Class B title at the 14-and-under level, the 16-and-under Sticks punched their ticket to state with a Region 4 championship. After falling to Garretson 10-3 Tuesday evening, Canistota/Freeman came back to defeat Garretson 14-1 to earn their spot in the eight-team tournament, which will be played in Platte Aug. 9-11.
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,...
B&G Milkyway stores compete for Avalanche title
From Hot Tamale to Caramel Corn Craze, Avalanche flavors at B&G Milkyway are going creatively competitive in August. Each of the nine locations in the Sioux Falls area has created an entry for the inaugural Avalanche Battle. “Each location was allowed to think outside the box,” said Alex Bettmeng, the...
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