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East-side development starts to fill in with retail, office deals
When Empire Homes purchased 150 acres in 2019 that would become the Harvest Creek development, co-owner Brady Hyde predicted that it would take seven years to develop. While no one anticipated the pandemic and ensuing real estate market disruption, “we’re trending toward that,” he said. Overall, the...
Bramble Park Zoo: More Than Just Animals
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} Bramble Park Zoo is a multifaceted education, conservation, and community engagement hub. While the zoo’s animal inhabitants undeniably steal the show, a closer look reveals a thriving organization dedicated to much more than just wildlife. Behind the scenes, a dedicated team is working diligently...
Meet a Rescue Monday: Echo
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On this week’s Meet a Rescue Monday, we meet Echo from Sioux Empire Pit Rescue. Echo is a young female who is deaf. This means she isn’t scared of vacuums, fireworks or Amazon delivery drivers!. Echo can do tricks using sign...
Complete performance sends Sioux Falls East to state
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls East swept Harrisburg Maroon to punch its ticket to the Class ‘A’ legion tournament. After picking up a 7-4 win in game one, Sioux Falls East rolled to an 11-0 shutout win in game two to close out the series with Post 45. East allowed just three hits […]
BKFC 63: Rankings Report for Sturgis
Four fighters ranked in the Top 5 of their respective weight classes are ready to put on a show in the Squared Circle at BKFC 63 on Saturday in Sturgis, SD, LIVE worldwide on The BKFC App. x Britain Hart is the BKFC World Women’s Strawweight Champion. She defends her...
Sacred Storm Buffalo builds career opportunities for Lakota people
The buffalo is one of the most important and potent symbols of Lakota culture. Now, a new project aims to use the animal as a better path forward for young indigenous people. Organizers say Sacred Storm Buffalo is more than just a meat processing plant. It’s a community, a home, and a career for those that chose to get involved.
Sioux Falls ‘Night Out’ Block Party Blitz Unites Neighborhoods
National Night Out is a yearly celebration that brings communities together to strengthen the bond between residents and law enforcement. This nationwide event On Thursday, August 6, 2024, fosters a spirit of cooperation and mutual understanding, between millions of neighbors, creating safer and more connected neighborhoods. By encouraging face-to-face interactions...
What Are South Dakota Children’s Immunization Requirements, Minnesota, Iowa
We are turning the calendar into the new school year. As new families are preparing their kids for the first time in South Dakota it is a requirement by the state that all children have the necessary immunizations. Sioux Falls School District. Add this to the checklist of things to...
SDSU Extension, Southeast Research Farm to host Organic Field Day
South Dakota State University Extension and the SDSU Southeast Research Farm invite anyone interested in growing organic vegetables and field crops to an educational, hands-on field day. The SDSU Extension Organic Field Day is from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 8 at the SDSU Southeast Research Farm by...
Strong winds cause widespread damage in Winner, SD
Winner, S.D. - Strong winds swept through Winner, South Dakota Monday night, causing extensive damage throughout the town. Tripp County Emergency Manager Jon Burdette said that several businesses, including the local drive-in theater and the greenhouse, suffered significant damage. Additionally, many trees are uprooted, and power lines are down. The...
Sioux Falls Own Taryn Kloth Wins Her Olympic Beach Volleyball Debut
The entire world is captivated at the moment by the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France. The Summer Olympic Games run through Sunday, (August 11), and just in case you haven't been paying attention, South Dakota has some representation in this year's summer games. Sioux Falls native Taryn Kloth is...
Pierre Swim Team Finishes Summer Season with Long Course State A Swim Meet
Fourteen athletes represented Pierre Swim Team at the 2024 South Dakota Long Course State A Championship held July 19th-21st in Rapid City. Several swimmers had personal best times, with a few swimmers landing with top finishes. In the Girls 8 & Under Division, we had 1 swimmers:. Sophia Lukkes: 100...
Hot Springs Urban Reconstruction project continues through peak tourism months
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Hot Springs Urban Reconstruction project is in its fourth year, and the $31 million infrastructure overhaul has about four months left. Replacing street surfaces, sewer systems, and lighting that were “at the end of its useful life,” the project has created traffic delays and significantly reduced parking in downtown Hot Springs.
Professional Ag Marketing gift to SDSU promotes risk management education
BROOKINGS, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Professional Ag Marketing of Luverne, Minnesota, has made a significant gift to the Richard Wahlstrom Endowment Fund at South Dakota State University to enhance students’ knowledge of risk management for grain and livestock producers. Since 2006, Professional Ag Marketing has advised grain and livestock producers across...