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Victim is identified in a fatal crash involving a semi in western Minnesota
(Traverse County, MN)--Authorities have released the name of the victim in a fatal crash in western Minnesota earlier this week. Authorities say one person died in the crash in Traverse County near Graceville on Tuesday morning. A Kenworth Semi-Trailer and a Ford Escape were both traveling southbound Highway 75 when the two collided. Officials say a passenger in the Ford Escape, Wyatt Tritz, 29, of Dumont, died in the crash.
Semi crash kills 1, leaves infant and woman hospitalized
TARA TOWNSHIP, Minn. (FOX 9) - A crash in western Minnesota left a man dead, along with a baby and a woman with life-threatening injuries on Tuesday morning. The Minnesota State Patrol (MSP) reports that a Ford Escape SUV carrying a man, a woman, and a baby girl less than 1 year old collided with a semi-truck on Highway 75 near the intersection with 530th Street just before 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday. The intersection is located in Tara Township, Traverse County.
Stunning south Sioux Falls home features new saltwater pool
This paid Executive Home is sponsored by Results Real Estate. Swim season awaits with this impressive south Sioux Falls home that includes a new saltwater pool. Located at 400 E. St. Andrews Drive, this five-bedroom, four-bath home spans more than 4,200 square feet with an unmatched view of hole No. 15 of Prairie Green Golf Course.
Great Plains Zoo to offer three days of $5 admission
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Great Plains Zoo has announced that in celebration of Community Appreciation Days, it will offer admission for only $5 on select days. Admission will be $5 on the following days:. Friday, August 2. Monday, September 2. Monday, October 14. The days were...
Winner man sentenced for rape charge involving developmentally delayed victim
PIERRE, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A 38-year-old man from Winner will serve 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to raping a person incapable of giving consent. South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced Thursday that Lionel Lee Eagle Hawk has been sentenced to 25 years in prison with 10 years suspended for the charge of Third-Degree Rape.
‘Miracle Treat Day’ returns to benefit Sanford Children’s Hospital in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On Thursday, select Dairy Queen locations in South Dakota and Minnesota will benefit Sanford Children’s Hospital through Miracle Treat Day. At least $1 from every Blizzard sold on July 25 and Blizzard coupon sales will support kids at Sanford Children’s Hospital in...
World-famous Wall Drug isn’t immune from challenges facing rural pharmacies
WALL — Stacey Schulz parks in a rear lot to avoid the crowded Main Street entrances to her local pharmacy. “During the summer, it’s kind of hectic,” she said after greeting the pharmacist and technician by name. That’s because Schulz’s pharmacy is tucked inside Wall Drug, a tourist attraction that takes up almost an entire […] The post World-famous Wall Drug isn’t immune from challenges facing rural pharmacies appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
SDSU to offer agricultural science classes in Pierre
Students will be able to get an associate's degree in agricultural science from South Dakota's capital city this fall. The College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at South Dakota State University will begin offering an Associate of Science degree in agricultural science through the Capital City Campus in Pierre.
Nonprofit sweets and drink shop Buddies & Co. officially opens in Brandon
A new nonprofit specialty beverage and sweet treat shop, featuring employees of all abilities, officially opened Wednesday in Brandon. Buddies & Co. is a place where “people with disabilities are valued, find meaningful work and connect with the community they love,” the business’s website states. ...
County, state offices moving out of Turner Co. Courthouse
PARKER, S.D. (KELO) — Turner County Commissioner Mick Miller said this might be the biggest issue Turner County has ever faced. The structural issues in the court room and Clerk of Courts office have already forced some employees out. “We decided to move our offices out to the court offices. Fairly recently we had had […]
Atomic Wings opens first Sioux Falls location
The fast-casual chain Atomic Wings has opened its first restaurant in Sioux Falls. It’s franchised locally by Eric and Stefanie Engelstad, who also are the franchisees for Firehouse Subs. The restaurant is in a retail center on the northeast corner of 69th Street and Cliff Avenue. It seats about...
Sewage backup floods homes in Canton
CANTON, S.D. (KELO) — A street sign on the south end of Canton, South Dakota reads South Pleasant Street, and it usually is pleasant. But the recent sight and smell of sewage backup is anything but. Alyssa Johns runs an at-home daycare. When her basement filled with 18 inches...
South Dakota athletics receives record donation of about $5 million from ex-football player’s family
A former South Dakota football player and his family have given Coyotes Athletics the largest private donation in program history, athletic director Jon Schemmel announced Wednesday.
Football Media Day Set for August 5 in the Dome Club
VERMILLION, S.D. — The University of South Dakota football team will host their annual Media Day on Monday, August 5 in the Dome Club inside the DakotaDome. The event is open to both the media and members of the public. Following practice, Coyote head coach Bob Nielson and select...
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