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Yankton’s Rental Situation Addressed
On Wednesday night, a group of concerned citizens met at the United Way conference room to discuss the condition of residential rentals in Yankton. The main issue discussed was the complete lack of code enforcement that would protect renters from repairs and upkeep not being completed. Alixis Evans, with Pathways...
Why deputies took their time with a southern Sioux Falls stand-off
LINCOLN COUNTY, S.D. (KELO) – A stand-off in southern Sioux Falls ended peacefully Wednesday after five days of law enforcement assessing the situation. Lincoln County Sheriff Steve Swenson says this stand-off near 57th and Cliff stemmed from a woman refusing to leave her house. The situation started on Friday...
Prison planned for Lincoln County in focus in Pierre
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — Kyah Broders, who owns land near the proposed site of a new men’s prison between Harrisburg and Canton in eastern South Dakota, is president of the group NOPE, an acronym which stands for “neighbors opposing prison expansion.” Broders spoke Tuesday at the state capitol during a meeting of a joint committee on appropriations.
“Sturgis East” For A Day
Every year at this time Mitchell earns the nickname “Sturgis East” by hosting its popular “Pre-Sturgis” party for travelers heading to the annual rally. Brian Klock of Klockwerks says it began 18 years ago at his Mitchell business location. “This is the seventh year that the city has let us come down and enjoy all of Main Street”, said Klock. “So lucky number seven.”
Aug. 2 Legion Baseball Roundup - Elk Point/Jefferson blanks Lake Norden/Badger in Class B opener
SALEM — Keaton Gale’s 12-strikeout performance helped Elk Point/Jefferson blank Lake Norden/Badger in the opening round of the State B Legion Tournament Friday. Gale tossed seven shutout innings, allowing just two hits and four walks while fanning 12 batters. Ashton Fairbanks drove in a run on one hit...
UPDATE: Victim dies following drowning incident at Wylie Park
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - One person who was hospitalized following a drowning incident at Wylie Park in Aberdeen on Thursday evening has passed away, according to the Aberdeen Police Department. Officers were called around 5:40 p.m., and multiple agencies responded. Before they arrived, an off-duty police officer at...
Rapid City boy injured by mower receives special visitors
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Earlier this spring, a boy from Rapid City named Maddux Reed was in a lawnmower accident that led to the loss of part of his leg. Now that he's back home from surgery down in Colorado, Rapid City decided to make his Friday morning a little extra special.
Pre-Sturgis Rally Party in Mitchell on August 1
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Things kick off in the Klock Works parking lot with J & L Harley Davidson demonstration rides and tours of Klock Works. From 5pm to 10pm on Mitchell’s historic Main Street there is the Pre-Sturgis Party. There will be a car show, a motorcycle show, the Ives Brothers Stunt Show, food trucks, live music performed by the Jimmy River Band and Judd Hus.
Minnesota Road Work To Challenge Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Travel
I think that everyone has heard of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally that happens every year in the small town of Sturgis, South Dakota. While people may think it's just a massive biker rally, the reality is that it's a lot more. Statistics show that the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is a regional celebration that draws over 500,000 people on average to Sturgis.
Rapid City teen artist Santana Twiss to spotlight in Dahl Arts Center exhibit
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City teen artist Santana L. Twiss will be showcased in the upcoming Emerging Visual Artists (EVA) exhibition at the Dahl Arts Center. Her exhibit opens on August 1 and will be on view in the Dahl’s Bruce H. Lien Cultural Café & Gallery until September 26, 2024. An artist reception and meet-and-greet will take place on August 1 from 5-7 p.m.
The perks of arriving early to the Rally
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally starts at the end of this week, and hotels and campgrounds in the area are getting ready for the busiest three weeks of the year. With tons of traffic already on the roads this week, people are pouring in to get...
Rapid City buckling up for Sturgis Rally business
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The rally means business in the Black Hills area, and many stores and restaurants are preparing for the increase in people. With the thousands of motorcyclists coming to Rapid, catering to their needs is a must for many businesses. Some places may change their hours, and restaurants may see a bump in their carry-out options, but location is king when it comes to working during the rally. One coffee shop is hoping to stake their claim at their new location.