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SD committee plans needs assessment for remainder of $54 million in opioid settlement funds
South Dakota has received over $18 million in national opioid settlement funds since 2022, spending $3 million so far on efforts to track, treat and prevent opioid abuse in the state. It’s the beginning of over $54 million the state will receive within the next two decades. The national opioid settlement was reached...
Traders energized at the West River Card & Collectible Show
RAPID CITY, S.D. – While families are out and about this Labor Day, young adults and teens have plenty of activities too. The West River Card and Collectible show was held on Saturday, August 31 at Uptown Rapid, formerly known as the Rushmore Mall. The event is hosted by Playmakers Sports Cards, Memorabilia, & Gaming every other month outside their storefront in the mall.
Sioux Falls Lutheran’s first home football game brings excitement
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sioux Falls Lutheran School’s football team continued its inaugural season on Friday night with their game against the Avon Pirates. The first home game generated plenty of buzz around the school in the lead-up to the game. It’s been a very special...
Colleges in the Black Hills launch Indigenous health challenges curriculum
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A new college program is bringing health issues in Indigenous communities to the forefront. The Black Hills State University and Indian University of North America at Crazy Horse Memorial launched an undergraduate certificate program in Wichozani Health and Wellness. The semester-long program will take place...
NDN Collective files for additional documents allegedly omitted from original request
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - NDN Collective and Retsel Corporation are in the midst of a civil court case headed to trial Sept. 9, and NDN filed for additional documents to be produced that were omitted from their original request for documents. The case alleges that Retsel Corporation was operating...
Discover Crafts at the Cut: New arts event in Lead this fall!
LEAD, S.D. - The annual Fall In Love With Lead event is adding a new attraction this year: Crafts at the Cut. This exciting arts in the park-style event will take place on September 21, against the stunning backdrop of the Open Cut. Attendees can participate in hands-on art classes led by six local artists, creating their own masterpieces. The event will also feature live music performances throughout the day.
Foreigner’s bassist shares apology to child in wheelchair
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — Foreigner’s bassist Jeff Pilson has posted an apology on Facebook to a singer that was denied stage access due to her wheelchair at the band’s Wednesday night concert in Sioux Falls. In a social media post, Pilson said “we’re deeply disappointed in...
Sioux Falls 'Diners, Drive-ins and Dives' chislic eatery closes its doors
Urban Chislic, Sioux Falls’ only eatery to exclusively serve chislic, a South Dakota staple, as its main course, is closing its doors Friday. The owners announced the closure Tuesday on their Facebook page. ...
Award-winning Native star quilt maker opens storefront
A grand opening celebration is planned for later this year for the new South Dakota shop. When Bonnie LeBeau returned home to Eagle Butte, South Dakota from serving in the Navy she initially took a job as a bus driver. One day between drives, LeBeau decided to stop in and visit with her grandmother Marcella LeBeau. Walking into her grandmother’s house, LeBeau was surrounded by star quilts, between 10 and 12 of them, all in different stages. Quilts were strung out across the dining room, on the couch, on chairs and on tables.
SDSU football fans head to Oklahoma
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — College football season is upon us, and South Dakota State University will open the season Saturday at Oklahoma State. And a group of loyal fans are headed down to Stillwater, Oklahoma. About 50 SDSU faithful boarded a KELOLAND fan bus this morning in both Brookings and Sioux Falls to make the trip to Stillwater.
Rapid City locals treated to farm-fresh fruit for 40th year
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Rapid City locals had the opportunity to buy fresh peaches and other produce on Saturday, August 31, and it wasn’t just at the Farmer’s Market. Randy Wolvington of Wolvington Farm and Ranch makes the drive to Rapid City from his farm in Chadron, NE. He works with Farmers in Utah and Idaho to bring the freshest fruit available to the Rapid City area.
Rapid City Man Sentenced to Over 33 Years in Federal Prison for Drug Conspiracy, Large Quantities of Heroin and Fentanyl
{KXLG – South Dakota} It was announced that U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier had sentenced Cory Croyle, a 37-year-old Rapid City, South Dakota resident, to 33 years and four months in federal prison. The sentencing, which took place on August 29, 2024, follows Croyle’s conviction for Conspiracy to...
Watertown Fire Rescue Responds to Dumpster Fire on 4th Street NE
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} On Friday, August 30, 2024, at approximately 3:10 PM, Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) was dispatched to a reported dumpster fire near 151 4th Street NE. Multiple callers had reported seeing smoke emanating from the area. Upon arrival, WFR personnel discovered a small fire primarily confined...
DAV charity poker run held for 20th year in Brookings
BROOKINGS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On Saturday, the 20th annual 727 DAV Poker Run was held in Brookings. The event was open to all vehicles and began with a parade down 6th Street and Main Avenue. All proceeds from the event will go to the DAV Hospital Transportation Network...
Native owner promotes sourcing locally through clothes
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - He Sapa Vintage is a western-themed resale clothing store. Caitlin Hein is the owner of He Sapa Vintage in Rapid City, she also owns Garbage Tale Vintage which is just down the street. Although they are both high-end thrift shops, they do have differences. “I...
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