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Fall River County crash kills 2 men
FALL RIVER COUNTY, S.D. (KELO) — A single vehicle crash south of Edgemont killed two people on the morning of Wednesday, April 24, according to a release from the South Dakota Dept. of Public Safety (DPS). Names of those killed have yet to be released. DPS reports a 2001...
Missing Custer woman found dead
CUSTER, S.D. (KELO) — A missing Custer woman’s body was found in rural Fall River County on Tuesday evening, April 23 near her vehicle, according to a release issued Wednesday by the Custer County SD Emergency Management (CCSDEM). 59-year-old Johnna Helen Bense was reported missing on April 18...
87-year-old driver killed in crash near Keystone
PENNINGTON COUNTY, S.D. - An 87-year-old man tragically died in a single-vehicle crash just three miles west of Keystone, SD. The identity of the individual has not yet been disclosed, pending notification of their family members. Preliminary information from the crash scene indicates that the driver was operating a 2023...
This business in Hill City can transport you back in time
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) - April 26 is National South Dakota Day and with that, we wanted to spotlight a business in the area that could be a fun option for yourself or your family. The 1880 Train in Hill City is one option and we spoke with one of the operators Nate Anderson to see what the business was and what’s going on this Summer.
Judge condemns man’s actions as ‘evil, unjustified, brutal’
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) - Before delivering two 25-year penitentiary sentences, Seventh Circuit Judge Joshua Hendrickson said Jeremiah Hancotte’s actions were “evil, unjustified, and brutal.” Hancotte, 45, was convicted last month by a jury on one count of aggravated assault and one count of second-degree kidnapping. At...
All Aboard for National Train Day at Hill City's Railroad Museum: Enjoy half-price admission and free kids entry!
HILL CITY, S.D. - Hill City's South Dakota State Railroad Museum invites the public to celebrate National Train Day on Saturday, May 11, marking the first day of the museum's regular 2024 season. For this special occasion, adult admissions will be half price, and children 10 and under will enjoy...
Hiker rescued in Pennington County
PENNINGTON COUNTY, S.D. (KELO) — Units with Rockerville and Pennington County responded to a call about a hiker in need of help. A hiker had been hiking much of the afternoon and when they became light-headed proceeded to call 911, giving dispatch coordinates for the person’s location. Rescue...
Missing Hot Springs man found after overnight disappearance
UPDATE - James Morrison has been found. HOT SPRINGS, S.D. - The Hot Springs Police Department needs assistance in locating a missing person. They posted the following information on social media. James Morrison, 63 years old, was last seen on April 22, 2024, around 8:00 p.m., leaving a residence in...
Wildland Fire Training
HOT SPRINGS, S.D. (KELO) — Crews in western KELOLAND are teaming up to get ready for wildfire season. Blackhawk helicopters were the focus of today’s training out at the Army Aviation Facility in Hot Springs. Today’s training event is a way to practice communication and tactics needed when...
BASEBALL PHOTOS AND HIGHLIGHTS: Sturgis hands Hot Springs its fifth straight loss
STURGIS, S.D. - The Sturgis baseball team returned to action on Monday for the first time in 17 days. The Scoopers defeated the Hot Springs Bison, 16-8. Hot Springs jumped out to an early lead with two runs in the top of the first inning. However, Sturgis responded in a...
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