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Unused fireworks being put away until next year
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Fifth of July marks the beginning of the end of fireworks shows this summer, and people are left wondering what to do with their last stack of fireworks. Friday was the last day for fireworks stalls to sell their bottle rockets, firecrackers, and other...
Vermillion conducting mosquito control fogging starting Monday
VERMILLION, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The City of Vermillion Parks Department will conduct mosquito fogging from Monday, July 8 to Wednesday, July 10, weather permitting. The targeted spray is planned in response to increased numbers of mosquito populations and follows a phased-response guideline created by the CDC. If you...
Keystone 10-12 Majors Secure Spot in District 12 Championship Down WALL 8-2
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT– The Keystone 10-12 Majors secured an impressive 8-2 victory against WALL on Friday in a must win game. The win was a result of a dominant performance, particularly during the second inning, where Keystone scored five decisive runs. The game began with an error that allowed Keystone...
STC offering fall start for Behavioral & Mental Health Tech program
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Southeast Technical College is offering a fall start for a new program aimed at helping meet the workforce needs of the region. The Behavioral and Mental Health Technician program launched in the spring of 2024 with the first expected graduates in 2026. Now,...
Rapid City graduate student receives prestigious scholarship
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Russell Conti is an environmental science graduate student at Montana State University, specializing in freshwater ecology. An Oglala Sioux Tribe member originally from Rapid City, Conti chose this field as it allows him to combine his scientific knowledge with his Native American heritage. Conti was...
Several nonprofits petitioning Vision Fund ordinance revision
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - With the revision for the Vision Fund ordinance going into effect July 12, it has left some people in Rapid City concerned about not having their voices heard. Several community members are concerned with the language in the revision, as it would remove the requirement...
Former Rapid City Mayor Jim Shaw has died
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) — Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun released a statement Friday afternoon, saying he is saddened to hear of the passing of Jim Shaw. Salamun says along with his years in broadcasting and announcing at the race track, many in the city knew Shaw from his years as mayor. Shaw served four terms in the late 90s and early 2000s.
New, eco-friendly way to travel downtown Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A local organization is doing what it can to save the soles… of your shoes. We Care Pedicabs has been operating since the beginning of June, offering both scenic and point to point rides downtown. “The pedicab services is our way of offering...
Looking at recent rain totals
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Here in the Storm Center we have done a few stories on the rain in the past couple weeks. This map shows the areas that received rainfall in the last seven days. The areas in yellow and red, specifically in north-central and northeastern KELOLAND,...
Saturday Boredom Busters: July 6th
HUMBOLDT, S.D. (KELO) — Main Street Days in Humboldt, SD include the first-ever Main Street Musicfest. Todd Casilli performing at 2:30 p.m., Micah Kittelson at 4:30 p.m., Table Talk at 5:30 p.m., Three Imperfect Strangers at 7:30 p.m. and Derecho at 9:30 p.m. Other Main Street Days activities include a car show starting at 10 a.m., a kiddie tractor pull at 12:30 p.m. and a parade at 2:15 p.m.
Over two-dozen homes labeled total loss
NORTH SIOUX CITY, SD (KELO.com) — More than two dozen homes at McCook Lake have been red-tagged, and are being called a total loss from the recent flooding. Most of those homes are on Northshore Drive, and in most cases, the foundations collapsed because of the rushing flood waters. Those homes have been deemed to be too dangerous to enter. You can access the map on North Sioux City’s website: https://northsiouxcity-sd.gov/mccook-lake-homes-structural-report-update/ .
Watertown Residents Urged NOT to Discharge "Clear Water" into Sanitary Sewer System
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown wastewater treatment facility is experiencing high flows, prompting a call to action for residents. The public is encouraged to take specific measures to prevent clear water from being discharged into the sanitary sewer system. Residents are urged to ensure that all clear water...
Unique style of martial arts to be performed at Mount Rushmore
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Looking for something different to do Saturday night?. Well, one event at Mt Rushmore should be a kickin’ good time. The American Martial Arts Institute is doing its first-ever performance on American soil after touring the world and demonstrating its techniques. Starting at 5...
‘Never Forget’: Deadwood artist tributes veterans, unveils a new piece
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Many Fourth of July celebrations were taking place Thursday, but in Deadwood some were celebrating for other reasons. Family and friends of Scott Jacobs as well as veterans and appreciators of art filled the Scott Jacobs art gallery on Main Street to be the first to see Jacob’s newest piece, ”Never Forget”, a tribute to America’s soldiers.
Sentinel Federal Credit Union Breaks Ground on Newest Branch
Sentinel Federal Credit Union (SFCU) recently broke ground on its newest branch. The new branch location is at the corner of Liberty Boulevard and North Ellsworth Road in Box Elder. This marks a significant milestone in Sentinel’s mission to enhance accessibility and provide exceptional financial services to its members.
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