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From Bronze To Gold: South Dakota-Born Athletes’ Triumphs At The Olympics
As the eyes of the world will soon be on Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics, local sports fans find themselves paying close attention to the athletes with South Dakota connections who are representing Team USA. Athletes who were born in the Mount Rushmore State have a long history of...
Noem is the 'boss' of the SD National Guard. Why weren't they deployed for the June flood?
Kristi Noem found herself caught in the high-tide of discontent. Legislators and social media users alike harangued South Dakota's second-term governor after she told reporters June 25 in Yankton she had no plans to activate the state's National Guard to respond to devastating flooding in eastern South Dakota. Gov. Noem told reporters and community...
After 'minimal' ballot discrepancies, commissioner questions intent of Minnehaha County audit
In the words of Minnehaha County Auditor Leah Anderson, the difference between machine tabulated and hand-counted votes from the June 4 primary "looks minimal." And that in itself is the benefit of hand-counting audits, she argued. Anderson briefed the Minnehaha County Commission on the results of the county's first post-election audit during a meeting...
South Dakota officials share photo of flooding North Sioux City could have seen without levee
South Dakota officials believe that building the levee on Interstate 29 at North Sioux City helped save the city from flooding. They also shared two timelines of how officials were responding to storms and flooding in North Sioux City.
Broncos, Mudcats, PBR and The Gang all winners on Tuesday night
– The Dell Rapids Mudcats are still undefeated, after an 8-3 win on the road in Salem Tuesday. Mark Abrahamson hit a solo home run in the 3rd, and a 2 run homer in the 5th to power the Mudcats offense. Dells also took advantage of 8 walks from Salem pitchers. Carter Gullickson and Josh Roemen each had 2 hits for Dell Rapids. Kris Regas picked up the win. He allowed just 1 unearned run over 7 innings, and struck out 17 Cubs batters.
Codington County Sheriff's Office Seeks Public's Help in Finding Missing Teenager
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Codington County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance locating 14-year-old David Richardson, who was last seen in Wallace, SD, on June 29, 2024, around 11:30 pm. David was last seen wearing a black long-sleeved shirt and black shorts. If you have any information...
Ribbon Cutting Held To Mark Dakota Prairie Bank Transition To First Fidelity Bank
FORT PIERRE, (KCCR) — A ribbon cutting Tuesday in Fort Pierre celebrated the merging of Dakota Prairie Bank into First Fidelity Bank. Steve Hayes is Dakota Prairie Bank’s former president and C-E-O. He says the merger is at the heart of community banking…. Hayes says compromise was...
Emerald Ash Borer Infestation Confirmed in Brookings; Quarantine Expanded
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) has confirmed the presence of the emerald ash borer (EAB) in Brookings. This invasive beetle, which feeds on North American ash species, has prompted the expansion of the state Plant Pest Quarantine to include Brookings County, along with Minnehaha, Lincoln, Turner, and Union Counties.
KXLG News Special Report: Watertown Mayor Ried Holien's State of the City Address
KXLG – Watertown, SD} This week’s City Council meeting included Watertown Mayor Ried Holien’s State of the City Address with overall positive reports mentioning some focuses like the lack of childcare, housing, and filling the workforce void. The city allocated resources intentionally, resulting in substantial improvements in...
Jackpine Gypsies MC 2024 Rally Schedule
Jackpine Gypsies MC has released its schedule of racing events for the 84th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, which kicks off on August 2 and runs until the 11th. The Jackpine Gypsies MC is one of the oldest AMA-chartered off-road clubs. Founded in 1936 and chartered in 1937, the following year, on August 14, 1938, the club joined with the City of Sturgis to hold a local rally over a three-day period in August, featuring a Half-Mile dirt-track race.
Watertown Fireworks Show Postponed to Friday, July 5, due to Impending Weather
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} South Dakota's Largest Fireworks show has been officially postponed to Friday, July 5, due to the impending weather for the evening of July 4, Independence Day. But the fun doesn't stop there! Here's everything you need to know for a safe and unforgettable Fourth of July weekend:
Swigart suspended for 30 days following offensive comments
Nicole Swigart, Rapid City Area Schools superintendent, has been placed on leave following offensive comments she made during an Office of Civil Rights investigation, the School Board announced Monday. The RCAS Board of Education placed Swigart on a 30-day leave and required her to complete cultural competency training to work...
Rapid City man pleads guilty in fatal shooting from August 2021
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A Rapid City man pleads guilty Tuesday in a fatal shooting from August of 2021. Originally charged with first-degree murder, William Daly, 34, pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter in Seventh Circuit Court this afternoon. Daly was accused in the death of Austin Freeman, 20, who...
You have to see this charming two-story cabin for sale in Lead
LEAD, S.D. - Discover this charming two-story cabin in the secluded Bellefish 1 subdivision on 3.09 acres! Embrace the wrap-around patio and expansive windows offering stunning views of the surrounding trees and hills. The main level features two bedrooms, one bathroom, and convenient laundry facilities. Upstairs, find two more bedrooms,...
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