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A year under his belt in GPAC, Kudlacek aims to show what he's learned for HC
In sports, a slow start isn’t necessarily a bad thing. After struggling through a learning curve in spring football, Hastings College quarterback Carson Kudlacek seems to have gained some valuable lessons from the experience, exhibiting a noticeable development through fall camp that has HC’s assistant head coach and offensive coordinator Ken Fasnacht expecting big things from him this season.
Blackshirt alum thinks Nebraska football headed for double-digit win season
One day before the Nebraska football season, it wouldn’t be an overstatement to say that excitement over what the Huskers might be able to do this year is off the charts. Fans and former players alike are quite psyched up for what Matt Rhule, his coaching staff, and his charges could do in Rhule’s second season.
McCook YMCA seeks to renovate and modernize facilities
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The Ed Thomas YMCA in McCook announced they will be pursuing a $16 million renovation project, which they hope will be in the works by March of 2025. The facility will see multiple renovations and modernizations, but CEO Mitch Gross said that there is one...
Downtown Lincoln businesses prep for ‘crazy’ crowds for Husker football opener
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – As Husker football fans began arriving Friday for the first game of the season, businesses were getting ready for the rush. A restaurant in downtown Lincoln has been prepping for the first game for two weeks. Alison Arrigueno is the assistant manager for Hiro 88,...
City of Omaha says debris pickup could take another week
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Roanoke neighborhood resident Dave Molacek said he’s had his tree debris by the curb since the day after the July 31 windstorm. Like the other piles around his neighborhood, it’s still sitting there four weeks after the city began its curbside debris collection. “I...
Omaha Westside graduate competes in Paris Paralympics
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - One Omaha family is about to take the trip of a lifetime. They’re heading to Paris to watch their daughter compete on the world stage. Kevin and Vicky Houston have their bags packed and ready to go see their daughter Eva compete in the 2024 Paralympics.
Pierre begins quest to 8-Peat with hard fought win at Aberdeen
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - If the Pierre Governors are going to win an eighth consecutive 11AA State Championship they may find a more difficult path than in previous seasons. The Aberdeen Golden Eagles certainly seemed to show that in the season opener on Saturday night in the Hub...
Heads Up! South Dakota Announces September Sobriety Checkpoints
Law enforcement officials in South Dakota have announced the September locations for sobriety checkpoints around the state. After setting up 14 checkpoints in August, the Department of Public Safety is conducting sobriety checkpoints in 17 counties in September. In a press release, the DPS outlined the counties impacted:. SOUTH DAKOTA...
Country Apple Orchard opens for the fall season
HARRISBURG, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Fall is around the corner and a seasonal staple in the Sioux Falls area officially opened this weekend. The historic Country Apple Orchard has been a place for families to make memories over the past 40 years and Saturday was the official kickoff to their weekly fall festivals.
First Alert Forecast: Hot and breezy Labor Day Weekend & high fire danger
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - It is as clear as a bell but pretty breezy as we enter this evening. It’s lovely out there, but we’re looking at pretty low humidities, from the lower 20s percent to around the mid-30s. Those are not expected to get better, at least over the next couple of days, and that’s why I am First Alerting KOTA Territory for the potential of critical fire weather conditions both tomorrow and on your Labor Day, combining that with some sweltering conditions. Enjoy those outdoor activities with care on that day!
Wessington Springs FFA Triumphs in South Dakota Farmers Union State Fair Farm Safety Quiz Bowl
{KXLG – Huron, SD} The South Dakota State Fair witnessed a remarkable display of agricultural knowledge and safety awareness as the Wessington Springs FFA members clinched the championship title in the South Dakota Farmers Union State Fair Farm Safety Quiz Bowl. The event occurred on Saturday, August 31, during Farmers Union Day at the fair.
Farmers Union Educates Consumers with 48-Cent Farmer's Share Lunch at SD State Fair
{KXLG – Huron, SD} The South Dakota State Fair, known for its array of fried and often pricey foods, offered a unique and educational culinary experience on Saturday, August 31. Fairgoers had the opportunity to purchase a lunch for just 48 cents, representing the profits that farmers and ranchers receive for the ingredients.
Watertown Fire Rescue Responds to Dumpster Fire on 4th Street NE
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} On Friday, August 30, 2024, at approximately 3:10 PM, Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) was dispatched to a reported dumpster fire near 151 4th Street NE. Multiple callers had reported seeing smoke emanating from the area. Upon arrival, WFR personnel discovered a small fire primarily confined...
DAV charity poker run held for 20th year in Brookings
BROOKINGS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On Saturday, the 20th annual 727 DAV Poker Run was held in Brookings. The event was open to all vehicles and began with a parade down 6th Street and Main Avenue. All proceeds from the event will go to the DAV Hospital Transportation Network...
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