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Mart in the Park brings vendors, treats and more to benefit St. Thomas teachers
Madison's Library Park was flush with festivity on July 27 as local residents and families enjoyed this year's Mart in the Park celebration. The festival hosted over 30 vendors for visitors to peruse, with items ranging from custom hats to handmade accessories to freeze-dried candy and much more. Mark in the Park also featured a number of children's' activities like bean bags, ring toss and water pong along with a variety of inflatable attractions.
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...
3d Medical Command Deputy Promoted to Brigadier General
On June 15, 2024, former Col. Kathleen Clary was promoted to brigadier general in the company of family, friends, and colleagues at Mount Marty University, in Yankton, South Dakota. Brig. Gen. Clary’s promotion ceremony was presided over by Maj. Gen. Joseph Marsiglia, Commanding General, 3d Medical Command (Deployment Support), and Col. Scott Valley administered the oath of office.
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...
Kimbal Joins Gettysburg In Banning Personal Devices During School Day
KIMBALL, (KCCR) — The Kimball School District in Brule County is joining the Gettysburg District is banning personal electronic devices for the upcoming school year. Superintendent Matt Dykstra says much like Gettysburg, conversations with other schools helped push the move forward…. In Kimball, the prohibition on devices will vary...
Palace City Pre-Sturgis Party kicks off motorcycle rally week
MITCHELL, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Before the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally begins on Friday, a celebration in Mitchell will be held to start those engines up for the week ahead. The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally begins on August 2nd and draws thousands of riders and motorcycle enthusiasts each year who travel from all over the world, some with a route through Mitchell, South Dakota.
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...
Mexican restaurant opens at Dawley Farm Village
Mexican flavors have arrived with the latest restaurant opening at Dawley Farm Village. La Cantina opens today in the east-side development. The restaurant is at 704 S. Highline Place in a retail center between Buffalo Wild Wings and Budget Blinds. The restaurant is owned by Reyes Aranda, who has 14...
A family business once again: Mills Construction celebrates 75 years in Brookings
BROOKINGS — A member of the Greatest Generation, the late Harvey Mills served in World War II as an Army combat infantryman in Europe. He fought in the Battle of the Bulge. His military decorations include: Combat Infantry Badge; Bronze Star; and three battle stars. Like many of his G.I. comrades, following the war he returned home, got additional education via the G.I. Bill, got on with his life’s work, got married and raised a family.
City of Watertown to Conduct Mosquito Adulticide Spraying in East Side Neighborhoods (7/30)
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The City of Watertown Mosquito Control Program will conduct adulticide spraying on Tuesday, July 30th, 2024, to address the rising adult mosquito population in specific areas. The spraying is scheduled to begin after 9:00 pm and will target the following areas:. East Lake: East side...
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...