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Bobby Pierce goes back-to-back in Silver Dollar Nationals prelims
BRANDON, SD (July 19, 2024) – Bobby Pierce held off a hard-charging Devin Moran in the final laps to win back-to-back with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series at Huset’s Speedway. Pierce was in control from the start of Friday’s 40-lap main event but a stumble in turn four allowed Moran to close in the final laps.
Couple arrested for meth possession at Valentine City Park
VALENTINE, Neb. -- A South Dakota woman and a Nebraska man are facing charges after Valentine Police discovered methamphetamine during a traffic stop at the town’s city park. The 27-year-old woman and the 24-year-old man from Oshkosh, were arrested for possession of a controlled substance on June 30. Methamphetamine...
Fleet Farm flagged by ATF for selling guns used in crimes
BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. (FOX 9) - A popular sporting goods retailer currently being sued by the State of Minnesota for not doing enough to stop illegal straw purchases, has also been flagged multiple times by federal authorities after a high number of guns used in crimes were traced back to several of its stores, according to federal records.
David’s Evening Forecast - Summer heat and humidity returning this week
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Partly sunny skies this afternoon helped temperatures to warm back into the low 80s for most of the area, a little warmer than what we saw yesterday. Clouds bubbled up in the warmth of the afternoon, however most of the area did stay dry. A few isolated showers popped up in parts of western Iowa, but those showers should fade away by 7pm as we start to cool off. Temperatures will drop back into the 70s after sunset, and we should see temperatures in the 60s once again overnight. Just like we saw early on Sunday, some patchy fog is likely late tonight and early on Monday.
Hungry? The Biggest South Dakota Chislic Fest Is This Weekend
If you're new to South Dakota, there is a big party in a small town to celebrate the "State Nosh" you just have to try!. The award-winning South Dakota Chislic Festival in Freeman, South Dakota is one of the biggest Sioux Empire events of the summer. It's a day to honor South Dakota's history and the "State Nosh" known as chislic.
Embattled CEO of major SD social services agency steps down
(South Dakota News Watch) - The CEO of one of the state’s largest nonprofit social services agencies, who was the subject of a federal sexual harassment and toxic workplace settlement in 2022, has quit his position. The July 1 resignation of Peter Smith from the top leadership post at...
Police involved in standoff after shots fired in west Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A large law enforcement presence was called to 5200 block of Pinedale Circle after reports of gunshots were heard in the area. Police say at around 11:30 Sunday morning a person entered a home on Pinedale Circle and fired multiple rounds. The homeowners were able to escape the property with no injuries and seek shelter at a neighboring residence.
REO Speedwagon to perform at 118th annual Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce meeting
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce will host its annual meeting this fall, which will feature a special performance from chart-topping rock band REO Speedwagon. The event, which brings together local business leaders, is set for October 15 at the Denny Sanford...
DSS theft; Sioux Falls rioter; measles in SD; KELOXTRA football
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s Saturday, July 20 and here are the top news and sports stories for KELOLAND’s On the Go. After a former DSS employee was indicted for stealing $1.78M, two state lawmakers share their perspectives on the crime. One of the rioters in...
Downtown Sioux Falls retailers hoping to sustain foot traffic and sales
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Earlier this month, SiouxFalls.Business published a column that shed light on the struggles of local retailers in downtown Sioux Falls. Sales are low and many of the businesses in downtown Sioux Falls expressed that they are having a difficult time turning a profit. Some local business owners even began regularly meeting to find solutions to get out of the slump they’re in, support each other and bring in more customers.
Birds suffer series sweep at Sioux City
Sioux City, IA (Canaries) – The Sioux Falls Canaries suffered their sixth consecutive loss on Sunday, falling to Sioux City 9-6 at Lewis and Clark Park. Mike Hart opened the scoring with an RBI double in the first inning but the Explorers tied things up in the bottom half with an unearned run. A run-scoring […]
See 47 photos from day one of Lifelight Hills Alive in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Lifelight, the Sioux Falls based ministry, took over the Hills Alive music festival beginning this year. Though the first day saw a few acts unable to make the journey due to travel issues, thousand of attendees flocked to Memorial Park and Main Street Square in Rapid City.
Residential fire; shaving heads; Threshing bee
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s Sunday, July 21. Take a look at our top stories with KELOLAND On The GO. One resident found inside a structure where a fire broke out was treated and released on scene by PatientCare EMS Ambulance (PCEMS) Saturday afternoon. Rob Keisacker has...
Research shows states' favorite flavors of ice cream
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Ahead of National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, researchers at MRO set out to find which flavors are the biggest hits in each state. Using Google search trends from the last year, they compiled a list of the most-searched flavors and brands of ice cream for all 50 states.
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