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Two men arrested, missing girl found in stolen van, Nebraska troopers say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Two men were arrested this week in western Nebraska after they were caught with a missing girl in a stolen vehicle. On Monday, the Nebraska State Patrol received information about a stolen minivan traveling on Highway 83. Authorities in Colorado, where the van was stolen,...
South Dakota Braces for 60+ MPH Winds and 1-Inch Hail Today
Aberdeen, SD – South Dakota is under a significant weather alert today, with forecasts predicting severe thunderstorms that could bring winds exceeding 60 mph and hail up to 1 inch in diameter. Residents across the state are advised to stay vigilant as these storms could potentially cause significant damage.
South Dakota Forecast: Thunderstorms Today, Sunny Skies by Saturday
Sioux Falls, SD – Residents in Sioux Falls should prepare for a dynamic week of weather, starting with potential thunderstorms and heavy rain today. According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are expected throughout the day, with some storms potentially producing heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, additional storms may develop, with isolated strong to severe thunderstorms possible into tonight.
Isolated storms possible again this afternoon; dry the rest of the week.
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - We will see a few more thunderstorms pop up later today as an upper level trough and cold front sweep through KOTA Territory. Gusty winds and hail will be possible with some of the storms, but they will be widely scattered. Near normal temperatures can...
At least 12 die in motorcycle accidents before, during and after 2024 Sturgis rally
Three people died in motorcycle accidents during the recently concluded Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, according to the official tally of the state Department of Public Safety, but the actual number of motorcycle-involved traffic deaths in the state from the days before, during and after the event is 12. The department, which includes the Highway Patrol, attributes […]
Barth, Clanin’s big nights not enough as Birds fall
Winnipeg, MB (Canaries) — Jordan Barth finished with three hits and Hunter Clanin drove in three runs on Tuesday but Winnipeg used a big seventh inning to defeat the Canaries 13-6 at Blue Cross Park. The Goldeyes opened the scoring with a two-run single in the first inning but the Birds answered with five unanswered […]
U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland meets with law officers in South Dakota
SOUTH DAKOTA (KELO) — From sheriffs to police chiefs to federal agents and tribal law enforcement leaders, this morning’s meeting with the attorney general was a who’s who of law enforcement in the state. “I’m grateful to be here in South Dakota,” said Garland. Our cameras were not allowed to stick around for the meeting, […]
World's Smallest Rodeo at the Brown County Fair
ABERDEEN, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - One of the more popular events at the Brown County Fair features buckaroos aged three to eight competing in the “Tiniest Rodeo.”. As the Stick Rodeo is about ready to begin, the contestants nervously waited with their stick “steeds,” which are made of a round dowl about four feet long that can be mounted with a cardboard cutout of a horse’s head.
Two Arrested in Vermillion Casey’s Robbery Attempt
Two people were arrested after a robbery attempt at the Vermillion Casey’s on Jefferson Street earlier this week. Vermillion Police Chief, Crystal Brady, says that the Vermillion Police Department responded to a report of a theft of a large sum of money from Casey’s on Monday. Brady says...
Rally numbers low, spirits high
The numbers are in and predictions were confirmed. Attendance was down for the 84th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. According to the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT), numbers were down eight out of 10 days during the rally, slipping as low as 12.7 percent down from the five-year average on Sunday, Aug. 4. On the days numbers were up, it was up by only 1.7 percent at most.
New family entertainment center under construction to bring games, restaurant to Harrisburg
After design and construction delays, crews are busy turning a former rental space for sports in Harrisburg into a family entertainment center. The owners of Air Madness are creating Union Social, which will feature bowling, axe-throwing, arcade games and a restaurant in the attached space. “We’re probably looking at Oct....
South Dakota school district gives all staff training on youth behavioral health
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Educators oftentimes have a close bond with their students. They are often the first ones to notice, when something may be off with a student’s behavior. A new virtual course offered by Sanford Health is now equipping educators with tools to support...
Mitchell Second Chance High School earns special kudos from Culver’s
On July 18th, Culver’s celebrated its 40th anniversary as a company with its Mitchell store marking its 23rd year in town. As part of the celebration, Jen Bradley said each store was encouraged to make a donation to a special cause of their choice. Mitchell’s Culver’s chose Second Chance High School.
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