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South Dakota athletes compete in U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials
While the Olympics are still a few weeks away, many athletes’ dreams are being tested right now at trial competitions. That includes several swimmers with South Dakota ties. Over 22,000 fans put their voices together to cheer on friends, competitors and family members. Although this giant arena usually hosts NFL games, football was not being played.
Mayor: Most Canton homes experienced some degree of flooding
Communities across southeast South Dakota continue flood recovery efforts. That includes Canton, where the mayor estimated three-quarters of homes had some degree of flooding. Canton didn’t see scenes of homes or streets collapsing like other communities, but that doesn’t mean there was no damage. Rivers are still above...
New Medicaid applicants express frustration with enrollment system
After decades of use, the South Dakota Department of Social Services unveiled a new Medicaid enrollment system. Officials say the system allows for more automation and creates a portal for applicants to log in to. But some who tried using the system have expressed frustration. That includes people like Anna....
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...
MVPCS and Brandon Valley get road wins in Legion Baseball
MADISON and BOX ELDER, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -The Padres of MVPCS traveled to Flynn Field in Madison Tuesday night and jumped out to an early lead en route to an 11-6 victory. Daniel Laufman had 2 RBI’s with a bases-loaded hit. Tyson Wentland had 3 RBI’s. Jovi Wolf had 3 RBI’s for Madison which fells to 8-3. It was the 2nd win of the summer for Mount Vernon-Plankinton-Corsica-Stickney.
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...
What makes small town firework stands special
COLTON, S.D. (KELO) — The Fourth of July is tomorrow, which means for the past week firework stands have been covering the sides of the roads. You know it’s almost the Fourth of July when you see the firework stands popping up across the state. Near Colton, Butch’s Fireworks has been in business for over 30 years. Bill Eckhoff took over the stand when his father-in-law passed away, but his life consists of more than just fireworks.
Mitchell baseball leader happy with plea agreements
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The Mitchell Baseball Association said it is happy with the recent plea agreements for the six baseball players charged with rape. The players were members of the American Legion baseball team when the alleged incident happened. Tim Smith, a media representative and board member...
Yankton 4th of July Weekend Event Schedule
Yankton is set to celebrate the 4th of July this weekend will be hosting events on the 4th and 5th. Parks and Rec Director Todd Larson says that the festivities will include the first Music at the Meridian of the year. The night will conclude with fireworks over the Meridian...
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...
Pyrotechnics pros prep for Rapid City Fourth of July fireworks show
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - J&M Displays is running the official Fourth of July fireworks show in Rapid City for the second year in a row, and the group was hard at work getting things ready Wednesday, July 3. Despite brief disruptions from some morning rain showers, employees were able...
Pilots prepare for Fourth of July Celebrations
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Captain Garrett Loitz jumped at the opportunity to participate in the Fourth of July flyovers. “Oh, I am so excited. As soon as I saw it come across the schedule I knew I had to be a part of it,” Loitz said. Loitz has...
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