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Wall Lake reopens to boating with no-wake zone
WALL LAKE, S.D. (KELO) — Wall Lake is open to boating with a no-wake zone, according to an announcement by the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) on Tuesday. GFP reminds boaters to be cautious for debris floating below the surface of the water and to respect homeowners by following the no-wake zone.
Brian Adel Promoted to Chief Warrant Officer Five in South Dakota Army National Guard
{KXLG – Summerset, SD} Brian Adel, a dedicated military professional, has been promoted to the prestigious rank of Chief Warrant Officer Five (CW5) in the South Dakota Army National Guard (SDNG). The promotion ceremony took place at the Joint Force Headquarters on Camp Rapid. Adel assumes a critical leadership...
Regulators begin study of NorthWestern’s proposed 9% natural gas rate increase
State regulators will take six months to study NorthWestern Energy’s proposed 9% natural gas rate increase, which the company says would cost a typical residential customer an additional $8.38 per month, or $100.56 per year. The proposal would generate an additional $6 million in annual revenue for NorthWestern, which delivers natural gas to about 50,000 […] The post Regulators begin study of NorthWestern’s proposed 9% natural gas rate increase appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
South Dakota athletes compete in U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials
While the Olympics are still a few weeks away, many athletes’ dreams are being tested right now at trial competitions. That includes several swimmers with South Dakota ties. Over 22,000 fans put their voices together to cheer on friends, competitors and family members. Although this giant arena usually hosts NFL games, football was not being played.
Jackley calls for changes to presumptive probation
PIERRE S.D. (KELO)– South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced a Wagner man has pleaded guilty but mentally ill and has been sentenced for threatening two public officials, according to a news release. Jason Shields, 40, entered guilty pleas Friday in Charles Mix County Circuit Court to one count...
New Medicaid applicants express frustration with enrollment system
After decades of use, the South Dakota Department of Social Services unveiled a new Medicaid enrollment system. Officials say the system allows for more automation and creates a portal for applicants to log in to. But some who tried using the system have expressed frustration. That includes people like Anna....
Dakotafest Woman Farmer-Rancher of the Year nominees named
Five South Dakota farm and ranch women have been named finalists for the Dakotafest Woman Farmer-Rancher of the Year Award. They are Stacy Watembach of Alexandria, Sara Easton of Parkston, Kendra Olson of White Lake, Erin Yost of Wessington Springs, and Barbara Powell of Platte. These five women will be recognized during the awards ceremony as part of the Women in Ag Event, the morning of Aug. 22, at the Dakotafest grounds in Mitchell.
From Bronze To Gold: South Dakota-Born Athletes’ Triumphs At The Olympics
As the eyes of the world will soon be on Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics, local sports fans find themselves paying close attention to the athletes with South Dakota connections who are representing Team USA. Athletes who were born in the Mount Rushmore State have a long history of...
Mosquito season ramping up because of rain
Most of Siouxland has seen heavy rain in the past few weeks, leading to a lot of standing water, which is a prime breeding ground for mosquitoes. Experts say we could see a significant increase in the mosquito population in about two weeks.
Noem is the 'boss' of the SD National Guard. Why weren't they deployed for the June flood?
Kristi Noem found herself caught in the high-tide of discontent. Legislators and social media users alike harangued South Dakota's second-term governor after she told reporters June 25 in Yankton she had no plans to activate the state's National Guard to respond to devastating flooding in eastern South Dakota. Gov. Noem told reporters and community...
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