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Crash victim vigil, new rec center, Chuds Pub
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — Here are this morning’s top stories with KELOLAND On the Go. We’re still more than a month away from classes being back in session, but stores are already filling up with back-to-school supplies. That means Project S.O.S. in Sioux Falls has also started up again too.
Prayer of remembrance held for Sioux Falls woman killed in distracted driving accident
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On Wednesday afternoon, a prayer of remembrance was held to honor Shereenea Jones, who died in a crash that happened on Sunday on North Cliff Avenue. Previous Coverage: Distracted driving to blame for deaths of two people hit while stopped on roadway in...
The Price Is Right contestant helps St. Francis House with a new washer and dryer
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Every once in a while you see a South Dakotan come on down during The Price is Right game show, it’s rare, but when it happens it’s exciting to watch them; especially when they win something. But what one Sioux Falls man...
Military Sisters Surprise Sioux Falls Mom With Emotional Reunion
We can never thank our South Dakota men and women in the armed forces enough. They help protect our country and sacrifice their lives daily. South Dakota is home to a lot of military families, including one military mom in Sioux Falls named Stacy. She works at the local Scheels and daughters Peyton and Kaitlyn are currently deployed overseas with the US Air Force. They haven't been home in Sioux Falls for quite some time... until now.
Proposed Minnehaha County cuts draw crowd
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Two Minnehaha County commissioners say it’s time for South Dakota’s largest county to consider a home rule charter. The proposal would replace the roles of auditor, register of deeds and treasurer, which are currently picked by voters, with a single finance officer selected by the county commission.
Eilers Furs plans new location, holds moving sale
BrandyAnn Fiala’s decision to move the business she has owned for 18 months follows a tradition set earlier in Eilers Furs’ 97-year history. German immigrant William Eilers established a retail store in Huron in 1927. His younger son, Bill, moved Eilers to Rapid City in 1955 and opened a store in Sioux Falls in 1975. Several other stores were opened following that move. In 1991, preparing for retirement, he reached out to a former employee, then living in Marquette, Michigan. Gail Iwinski and her husband, Leonard, purchased Eilers Furs.
Corey Kent-Ashley Cooke Set to Play Sioux Empire Fair
Kickin' Country is pumped! Two rising stars in Country Music are set to take the Billion Automotive Main Stage at The 85th Annual Sioux Empire Fair! See Corey Kent and Ashley Cooke on Wednesday, August 7TH , 2024 [7:30 PM] at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds in Sioux Falls. Pit Pass...
Discover Viborg, SD’s Rich Heritage At The Exciting Danish Days Celebration
We're highlighting the upcoming Danish Days in Viborg, South Dakota!. Do you ever have a craving for fried pork belly with potatoes and parsley sauce or even a Danish smørrebrød? Well, there is the perfect event to enjoy both these delicacies and more!. South Dakota offers great events...
First degree murder hearing passes motion a week before trial
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A Rapid City man accused of murder appeared in court again Wednesday. Timothy Huante, 47, appeared in court for a motion hearing Wednesday morning. Judge Matthew Brown oversaw the hearing and three motions were made during that time. Brown granted the prosecutor’s motion to allow...
Rapid City firefighters extinguish blaze, rescue two cats from fourth floor fire
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A small fire occurred in a fourth floor unit at Tallgrass Apartments Wednesday afternoon. Rapid City Fire Department crews arrived quickly and positioned Fire Engine 1’s ladder next to the apartment’s balcony, about 40 feet above the ground. Upon arrival, the firefighters extinguished the isolated blaze and rescued two cats inside the apartment, who were reportedly frightened but unharmed.
SDSU project opens more STEM research pathways for Native American students
A new South Dakota State University project aims to give Native American students interested in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in scientific research and discovery. The project, led by primary investigators Derek Brandis, an SDSU post-doctorate research associate, and Jihong Cole-Dai, a professor...
It’s Official! The Sioux Falls Metro Area Just Got Bigger – By Expanding Into Minnesota!
SIOUX FALLS, SD – The Sioux Falls, South Dakota metro area has officially expanded its boundaries into Minnesota. Following the 2020 Census, the U.S. Office of Management and Budget identified the Sioux Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) as a five-county region, now including Rock County, Minnesota. This expansion brings the total population to an estimated 315,000 by next year.
Humbletown to Headline This Week’s Music in the Garden
All are invited to attend the second week of Music in the Garden, this Thursday, July 18, at Shakespeare Garden in Wessington Springs starting at 7 p.m. This week’s featured musical talent is a group called Humbletown. Formed in the humble prairie town of Vermillion, South Dakota, Humbletown has emerged as a powerful multi-genre bluegrassinspired ensemble. Now based out of the Black Hills, the band is inspired by the quiet beauty of pine-filled forests, with original songs inspired by their home and travels, intricately performed on clawhammer banjo, flatpick guitar, and upright bass.
Rapid City Regional Airport sets a new record
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) –Rapid City’s Regional Airport set a new record for passengers in the first six months of 2024. New flights, larger passenger planes and the Black Hills have helped the airport increase its traffic flow. “I think we’re really seeing a lot of pent up...
Tracking the amount of daylight and temperature
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — After some heat and humidity earlier in the week, we’ve cooled below average with highs in the 70s in eastern KELOLAND. Not too far in the future, you should expect a cooling trend as reflected by the climate average highs. We are about...
Social media trends raise awareness on tween skincare
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Social media has caused a skincare frenzy making tweens major consumers. Children as young as 7 years old have begun dabbling in the world of skincare. Dermatologists are impressed at their initiative but say these skincare products could do more harm than good. “But unfortunately,...
Lakeside's Thomas Dwyer commits to play college football at South Dakota State
Lakeside Lutheran senior offensive lineman Thomas Dwyer committed to play college football at South Dakota State University recently. Dwyer, who is 6-foot-7 and 290 pounds, was a first team all-conference pick on the offensive line in Capitol Conference voting last fall. Dwyer, who played right tackle last season, helped pave the way for a ground-based Warriors attack which amassed 2,958 yards on 6.3 yards per attempt while scoring 39 touchdowns...
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