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Canova advances to Amateur quarterfinals
MITCHELL, S.D. (KELO) — Canova Gang is onto the Class ‘B’ amateur state tournament following a 9-6 win over Kimball/White Lake Tuesday night at Cadwell Park. The Gang jumped on top early with three runs in the top of the first. They posted a five-spot in the fourth to open up an 8-0 lead. They […]
Coyotes wrap up fall camp, gear up for season opener
VERMILLION, S.D. – After three strong preseason exhibitions and nearly two weeks of practice, it's time for the Coyotes to get their regular season slate started in Cedar Falls Thursday afternoon against Northern Iowa. The Coyotes have been busy to get ready for the season, taking on the Big...
Derek Graesser's complete-game performance sends Winner/Colome into Class B quarterfinals
MITCHELL — The Winner/Colome Pheasants advanced on to the State B quarterfinals, defeating the Mount Vernon Mustangs 5-2 with the help of a complete-game gem by Derek Graesser. Graesser allowed just two runs on five hits and a walk in nine innings, including 7.2 innings of no-hit baseball before...
'It's what baseball is all about' - Mike and June Wenande have been Class B state tourney volunteers for more than 25 years
MITCHELL — Mike and June Wenande have had a front row seat to the Class B state amateur baseball tournament for years. The Mitchell couple have volunteered as beer servers for more than 25 years and are stationed at a stand along the third-base side at Cadwell Park. They serve at every game, have become tourney regulars and always greet beer drinkers with their friendly smiles.
Watertown's Ava Luken cherished a year of promoting rodeo as South Dakota 4-H Rodeo Ambassador
FORT PIERRE —- Watertown’s Ava Luken didn’t grow up around rodeo but through her participation in 4-H, the senior fell in love with the sport. At this weekend’s South Dakota 4-H Finals Rodeo in Fort Pierre, Luken will be handing over the crown of 4-H Rodeo Ambassador. She does so after a whirlwind year of promoting and growing the sport of rodeo.
South Dakota announces 2024-25 non-conference schedule
VERMILLION, S.D. – Head coach Carrie Eighmey is pleased to announce a 14-game non-conference schedule for the 2024-25 season, highlighted by neutral site matchups with Nebraska and Arizona State and the season and home opener against St. Louis. The first game of the Carrie Eighmey era at South Dakota...
Garretson outlasts Four Corners after a lengthy rain delay
MITCHELL — Garretson weathered a rain delay and pesky Four Corners en route to a Class B quarterfinal berth. Due to an hour and 30-minute weather delay, the Bluejays and Four Corners game was moved from Cadwell Park to nearby Drake Field. Roughly four hours later and just after midnight on Thursday, Garretson prevailed with a 12-4 win in the second round of the Class B state amateur baseball tournament.
Stuff to do: Aug. 14-20
Master your influence.* Plan ahead for the fourth annual Sioux Falls Leadership Summit happening Sept. 19 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center featuring local speaker Brian Stroh and two keynote speakers Kyle Vowinkel and Chris Hogan. Attendees will hear from top-tier speakers, get a chance to network, find inspiration and learn in a transformative environment. Get your tickets today.
Community Supper Draws a Crowd to Main Street
Following the Sons of American Legion Poker Run Saturday which drew 10 bikes, one slingshot and four vehicles, the Sons invited the community as a whole to Main Street in Wessington Springs for supper and live music. Locals and visitors filled the tables lining Main Street, enjoying abundant sunshine and...
Sioux Falls Council approves fee structure for Westside Recreation Center
Sioux Falls City Councilors signed off on the fee structure for the proposed Westside Recreation Center, though several members said it had been a "compromise" and they wanted to keep a close eye on how residents responded to the costs. More: Sioux Falls hopes to buy the Sanford Tea-Ellis Wellness Center. What the fee structure would be: ...
Long time ND Legislator dead at 54
BISMARCK, ND — Long-time North Dakota Legislator Randy Schobinger has died. He was 54. The Minot Republican decided not to run for re-election this fall. He had been battling cancer but it’s unclear whether that contributed to his death or his decision not to run again. Schobinger became...
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