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Yankton and Brookings claim USA State softball wins
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Yankton Fury Black and the Brookings Outlaws both to advance in USA softball pool play Saturday afternoon. The Yankton Fury Black earned the 5-1 win over Sanford Sports Academy. The Yankton team started off strong breaking out three runs in the first inning. The team had seven hits. The Brookings […]
Ruling keeps abortion question on ballot in South Dakota
A state court judge’s ruling Monday keeps an abortion-rights question on the November ballot in South Dakota. Judge John Pekas dismissed a lawsuit filed by an anti-abortion group, Life Defense Fund, that sought to have the question removed even though supporters turned in more than enough valid signatures to put it on the ballot.
NDSU alumni selected for Prairie Business award
Jared Nesje, CEO and principal at TSP, Inc., has been named a Prairie Business’ Leaders and Legacies award winner for 2024. The annual award is given to top executives in the region to recognize their contributions to business as well as the positive impact they have made on their organizations, communities and industries.
State Trapshoot Tournament draws competitors young and old
CROOKS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Over the last several days, some of the best sharpshooters from across the state have been battling it out to be named state champion. The State Trapsoot Tournament kicked off at the Crooks Gun Club on Wednesday and runs through Sunday. The tournament is...
Sioux Falls School District staff member’s employment terminated after social media post
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A staff member with the Sioux Falls School District is no longer employed by the district following a social media post made about the recent attempt on former President Trump’s life. The Sioux Falls School District became aware of the social media...
Moody County Fatal Crash West of Flandreau Involves 18-Year-Old Female
Moody County, S.D.- An 18-year-old woman died Saturday afternoon when the pickup truck she was in collided with a semi near Flandreau, SD. The names of the people involved have not been released pending notification of family members. Preliminary crash information indicates the driver of a 1999 semi-truck and trailer...
Watertown Man Arrested After Firing Shots at Apartment Building
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} On July 14th, 2024, at approximately 6:43 AM, officers with the Watertown Police Department (WPD) were dispatched to the 100 block of 1st Avenue Southwest for a reported dispute between two males. According to a press release from the WPD, a caller reported gunshots in...
Sioux Falls City falls to FC Pride in region semis
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — After double overtime penalty kicks decided the fate of the WPSL Central Region semifinal, and it would not fair in Sioux Falls favor. FC pride won 5-4 in penalty kicks sending them to the Central Region Championship. Both teams were tied at two entering into double overtime and towards the […]
Dirt Devil 18s, 14s open Friday competition undefeated
SIOUX FALLS, SD/HASTINGS – Pool play and opening round state competition opened Friday for two of the older Dirt Devil softball programs. From the Sherman Softball Complex in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the Dirt Devil 18s (14-10) began pool seven with a 2-0 win over Prodigy Nationals Thompson 18U.
Traffic Delays Coming for Latest I-90 Diverging Diamond Project
The area's latest Diverging Diamond Interchange project is about to see a big change to traffic flow that will likely result in delays for the next few days. Tuesday (July 16), the South Dakota Department of Transportation will begin use of a temporary signal for one-way traffic across the Exit Bridge on Highway 11 as it passes over Interstate 90 in Brandon.
Rapid City's diverging diamond interchange earns regional award
Rapid City's diverging diamond interchange wins a regional America's Transportation Award. Officials selected the intersection, located at I-90 and LaCrosse Street, from among 32 projects in 15 states. As a medium-sized project costing between $10 and $100 million, it won in the Best Use of Technology and Innovation category. “We...
Sioux Falls To Advertise For More Police Officers
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) It’s always been difficult to be a police officer. Work hours are around the clock, with shift changes disrupting sleep schedules and family life. Policing is stressful, with officers and their families never really sure if they will be arriving home after work each and every day.
Canaries shut down Goldeyes to finish winning homestand
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - After a brief two game losing streak the Sioux Falls Canaries pitching returned to form and delivered a series victory over the Winnipeg Goldeyes. Tanner Brown followed Ty Culbreth’s seven inning gem in a 4-1 victory last night with six shutout innings of...
July 14 Amateur Baseball Roundup - Madison outlasts Cornbelt League foe Canova in extra innings
CANOVA — Dawson Bakker’s RBI-single lifted Madison over Canova in an extra-inning Cornbelt League victory Sunday. Bakker drove in one run on one hit, Ty Jorgenson drove in a run on three hits, Matt Burpee collected one hit and three walks, while Heith Williams and Tyler Tappe each tallied hits in the victory.
Smithsonian Exhibit on small towns being held at Rapid City Library
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Smithsonian and small area organizations at the Rapid City library highlight the history and innovations created by small towns. Spark! Places of Innovation is the Smithsonian Exhibit being hosted at the library. The goal is to educate the social, artistic, cultural, and historical innovations small towns, much like the ones in South Dakota, have contributed to the larger world. Additionally, The Rapid City library is bringing in area groups and speakers to discuss how they have made an impact in the community.
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