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Rep. Hageman Votes Yes On Interior Appropriations Bill That Blocks Buffalo And Rock Springs RMPs, Delists GYE Grizzly
Congresswoman Harriet Hageman is voting in favor of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2025 – a bill that is extremely favorable to the needs of Wyomingites. Four amendments offered by Representative Hageman were included in the final bill, as well as language to delist the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem Grizzly Bear.
Former Wyoming QB Josh Allen Reveals His College Football 25 Team
LARAMIE -- You aren't the only one playing the new NCAA 25 College Football Game that was recently released by EA Sports. Before arriving at Bills training camp on Tuesday, Wyoming's former signal caller said he has indeed played the much-anticipated video game. He also admitted he's been playing with the Cowboys.
Governor orders Wyoming flag to be flown at half-staff July 27
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Gov. Mark Gordon has ordered that the Wyoming State Flag be flown at half staff at the State Capitol Building in Cheyenne as well as in Goshen, Niobrara and Platte counties from sunrise to sunset Saturday. The flag will be lowered halfway in honor and memory...
Two former teachers lose South Dakota licenses
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — The South Dakota teaching certificates for a former teacher in the Britton-Hecla school district and a former teacher in the Newell school district have been permanently revoked. Larry Telkamp was a music teacher for the Britton-Hecla school district. He was accused of various suggestive sexual...
Dirt bike catches fire while being hauled by truck
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Rapid City Fire Fighters respond to a dirt bike on fire. It happened at around 3:30 p.m. on Falls Drive. RCFD says the motorcycle was being hauled in the back of a truck when the straps broke loose, causing the bike to drag on the street and ignite to flames.
Electrical accident training aims to stop shocks and save lives
First responders need to train for any situation, from floods to fires and everything in between. That includes a profoundly unpredictable element – electricity. The Rapid City Fire Department hosted a special training teaching emergency responders how to deal with crashes and other incidents involving electricity risks. The drill...
Gambling is big business in Deadwood latest figures show
PIERRE, S.D. (South Dakota Searchlight) – Spending on gambling in Deadwood reached nearly $750 million during the first half of the year, according to new monthly data from the state Department of Revenue. Through June in the city, gamblers had spent about $700 million playing slot machines, $43.95 million...
Watertown man enters plea agreement for one charge of rape & remaining are dismissed
WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- On July 17, 2024, 63-year-old James Barrett Kaska, a convicted sex offender, pleaded guilty to one count of first-degree rape. The plea agreement was presented in the Circuit Court of Codington County, SD, with Assistant Attorney General Kelly Marnette representing the state and Manuel de Castro representing the defendant.
Christopher Alan Bain Sentenced for Aggravated Assault Strangulation
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} Christopher Alan Bain, 29, of Watertown, SD, was sentenced to 15 years with four years suspended in the state prison for Aggravated Assault (Domestic) - Strangulation, a Class 3 Felony. The incident occurred on or about April 1, 2024. Bain was arraigned on June 26,...
Summer Concert Series on Thursday begins fun weekend in downtown Aberdeen
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio) – The Aberdeen Downtown Association is set to host their second of three downtown series concerts this Thursday. The feature band is the Ransom Brothers and Executive Director Alexa Sheldon describes their act. Due to the rain, the summer’s first concert in June was...
Self-Taught Local Artist To Show Work At Fort
Emily Jensen is a self-taught artist. Well, unless you count Bob Ross videos as a teacher. A few years ago, after receiving a painting kit from a friend, she tried a Bob Ross painting tutorial and was pleasantly surprised by the results. An interest in art blossomed and then burned as Emily honed her talent. Now, she is excited to share that with the public in a fun way this weekend at the Northern Fort Playhouse.
Washington High School alumni choir to reunite
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A Washington High School choral reunion concert is happening next weekend. Choir alumni from 1976 to 1991 are welcome to participate. Rehearsal will take place at First Lutheran Church on Aug. 3. The concert is slated for 2 p.m. on Aug. 4 at...
South Dakota athletics receives record donation of about $5 million from ex-football player’s family
A former South Dakota football player and his family have given Coyotes Athletics the largest private donation in program history, athletic director Jon Schemmel announced Wednesday.
South Dakota State Unveiled as Narrow Favorite to Win FCS Title
We're one month away from Week 0 of the College Football season, and with the proximity to the season comes preseason award watch lists, all-conference teams, and odds. We learned earlier that this week that media members and coaches within the MVFC view South Dakota State as the favorite to win the conference, but the Jacks are also getting plenty of love from Vegas to win it all for a third straight season.
Berry Announces 11 New Wolves To Baseball Roster
Aberdeen, SD (NSUWolves.com) – Northern State University head coach Dean Berry announced 11 additions to the Northern State baseball program today, bringing the 2025 class to 17. Nik Bantle (Saskatoon, Sask.), Lance Behrens (Prior Lake, Minn.), Palmer Boyd (Sioux Falls, S.D.), Hunter Brown (Des Moines, Iowa), Tommy Brown (Roseville, Calif.), Dillon Castellanos (Rocklin, Calif.), Diego Gonzalez (Poinciana, Fla.), Kaleb Hubble (Tucson, Ariz.), Gehrig Larrigan (Yuba City, Calif.), AJ Mendez (Buena Park, Calif.), and Carson Zimmel (Moorhead, Minn.) will join the Wolves this fall.
Deadwood Days of ’76 Rodeo: Preview, Format & How to Watch
It is time for the Days of ’76 Rodeo from Deadwood, South Dakota! Athletes descend on The Mount Rushmore State to compete for their share of over $300,000. A year ago winners of the rodeo took home between $$4,500 and $10,000 to add to their season earnings. The highest marked ride across all events was in the Bull Riding where Grayson Cole was 92.5 points. This year is sure to be full of fireworks.
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