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‘I’m exhausted’: Delta flyers arrive in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — U.S. airline regulators have opened an investigation into Delta Air Lines, which is still struggling to restore operations, more than four days after a faulty software update. The cancellations and delays continue to have an impact across the country, including here in KELOLAND. Rob...
Sioux Falls Little League team has bonded quickly and is looking forward to Midwest Regional
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -The Sioux Fall Little League team had a great weekend in Rapid City. After losing their first game in State Tournament they roared back to win every game and advance to the Regional Tournament in Indiana. This is the 4th straight year for Sioux...
NNO celebrates 20th anniversary in Aberdeen
This is the 20th year that Aberdeen Police Department will hold its annual National Night Out. The free event has become a community staple and is typically well attended, with approximately 2,000 residents attending annually. Although it’s only been celebrated for two decades locally, NNO is a national event that...
Olson selected as USD’s 36th NCAA Postgraduate Scholar
VERMILLION, S.D.—South Dakota track and field athlete Luke Olson has been awarded an NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship for his dedication in the classroom and on the track. Olson will receive a one-time $10,000 scholarship to be used for postgraduate study. The NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship program was created in 1964 to...
July 24 Legion Baseball Roundup - Lake Norden/Badger advances to Region 5B championship
ALEXANDRIA — Cristhian Rodriguez tossed 10 strikeouts as Lake Norden/Badger advanced to the Region 5B championship Wednesday. Rodriguez allowed three runs on four hits and four walks in seven innings of work, striking out 10 batters to earn the victory on the mound. George Jensen drove in three runs...
1955 – Hilmer Sets Record, White Wins Race
Sioux Falls, S.D. (July 24, 1955) – Don White, who has been beset by mechanical troubles for several weeks in his 1955 Oldsmobile, found the shoe on the other foot Sunday as he won the 100-lap feature of the late model stock car races at the Sioux Empire Fair.
Children’s Home Society new dining hall
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The oldest human services nonprofit organization in South Dakota is getting something new and much needed. Construction has been a way of life at Children’s Home Society in Sioux Falls since last fall, with the new dining hall serving as the focal point of the project.
Showered With Hope: Helping those in the community
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) –After spending time outside on a hot summer day, it always feels good to clean up with a shower. But not everyone has that luxury. That’s where Showered With Hope comes in. Ted Hayward was once in a bad spot and just needed a...
Engagement Announcement: Lutter to Wed Teichmeier in October
Jim Lutter of Gann Valley is pleased to announce the engagement of his daughter, Becky Lutter to Shane Teichmeier, son of Larry and Mary Teichmeier of Cairo, NE. The bride to be is a 2007 graduate of WSHS, 2011 graduate of SDSU and a 2015 graduate of Kansas State University where she received her degree as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. She is employed by Buffalo County Bison in Gann Valley, SD as a veterinary herd manager.
Pin Twisters Pink Ladies Make Local Donation
Earlier this month, Pin Twisters Pink Ladies Dart League presented funds raised during their season to a local woman battling cancer, Evelyn Moralez. “The Pink Ladies raised a total of $1200 during the season and chose to donate it to Evelyn,” explained Pin Twisters co-owner Betsy Schroeder. “We had 13 two-man teams that were co-ed or just women teams. Pin Twisters Pink Ladies is our non-profit organization to raise money for those struggling with cancer. The Pink ladies were established in South Dakota to raise money for women with breast cancer and their motto is ‘No One Fights Alone.’” A longtime Wessington Springs Humm-Dinger convenience store employee, Moralez was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in fall 2023 and earlier this year in February, she underwent a double mastectomy. After struggling with serious complications from her surgery that required hospitalization, she is now undergoing chemotherapy treatment and will begin radiation next month.
Newell Summer Playdays in Full Swing
NEWELL—The summer playday rodeo series in Newell kicked off on July 1 at the rodeo grounds. Organized by the Newell Community Club, the rodeos have become a staple summer event in the community, attracting competitors from near and afar. Rodeo-goers get to compete in several events: barrel racing, pole...
Community Wishes Kim Johnson Luck at National Finals Rodeo
NEWELL—Local athlete and recent Newell High School graduate Kimberly Johnson is off to the National High School Finals Rodeo in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Proud members of the community held a sendoff & potluck for Johnson at the Newell Park on July 9 to show their support and wish her luck at the Finals.
Spearfish first responders’ annual blood drive providing influx during ‘slow season’
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - People teamed up with first responders for Spearfish’s sixth annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive on Tuesday to help during a season when blood supply decreases most. Pick your team, answer the call, and become a hero with a blood donation. The sixth...
Pierre Man Pleads To Pierre City Commission To Suspend Home Demolition Orders
PIERRE, (KCCR) — A Pierre man is seeking more time before the City of Pierre demolishes two homes the man was told to improve. Jason Glodt is representing Derek Olson and Sunset Rivers L-L-C. He has two requests of the city…. Glodt says Olson has tried his best to...
Pender’s Maya Dolliver commits to Sioux Falls
PENDER, Neb. (KCAU) – Pender girls basketball standout Maya Dolliver announced her commitment to continue her basketball career at the University of Sioux Falls. Dolliver has been a key piece to the Pendragons’ back-to-back state championships in Nebraska, leading the team in scoring at 13.9 points per game as a junior.
Roberts County Sheriff's Office Continues to Search for Missing Man
{KXLG – Sisseton, SD} The Roberts County Sheriff's Office is intensifying its search for Christopher J. Kvatum, a 43-year-old man who has been missing since July 23, 2024. Kvatum, described as partially bald, approximately 6'1" tall, and weighing 210 lbs., is considered armed and potentially dangerous. In the initial...
Summit Carbon Solution delaying their pipeline request with the SD PUC
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(SD NewsWatch)- An Iowa company seeking regulatory approval to run a carbon dioxide pipeline through South Dakota and four other states said a delay in its plan to re-apply for a permit has nothing to do with a November vote on the project. Here’s reporter Stu Whitney with more:
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