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Rain chances tonight; Memorial Day programs; Weekend storms leave multiple dead, thousands without power
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Here’s a look at the top stories in KELOLAND this Midday. Several programs are being held throughout the Sioux Falls area. About 70 million Americans are expected to be impacted today by severe weather from the South up through the Northeast. Testimony in...
Mayor Paul TenHaken addresses reckless driving in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken took to Facebook Monday evening, addressing his concerns about reckless driving in the city. He says that there are a things that the city and police department can do to try and get people to slow down, such as saturation patrols. But he says the matter should also be taken to the capitol.
Sioux Falls woman honors 72 fallen soldiers
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Memorial Day can be a somber holiday, especially for those who have lost loved ones overseas. Today, one family in southwest Sioux Falls covered their lawn with American flags. “This morning, I was out here with the measuring tape and everything to ensure that...
Comparing May 2024 to May 2023
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — If you thought to yourself at any point this month that it hasn’t been as hot as last year, you’d be correct. We know the phrase, ‘What a difference a day makes.’ How about the difference a year makes? We can certainly see the difference across KELOLAND, with a lot more green on the ground and in the trees compared to last year. A difference can also be seen, or rather felt, on the thermometer…as above average heat has not been as prevalent as it was last year.
Local WWII and Vietnam vets see war as something that “won’t stop”
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) — In one hour on Monday, there were so many ways, and so many moments, to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the United States for 250 years — Deep moments of silence and prayer. Patriotic tunes, sung...
Today’s freedom: Paid by those who serve
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – 104-year-old Army veteran, Earl Geide is one of the hundreds of people who gathered at the South Dakota Veterans Cemetery on Monday, honoring those who gave their lives for our freedom. “Well, we like to be honored like that,” Geide said. “We wanted...
Camp Leif Ericson prepares for another record year
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO)– Now that school is officially out for the summer, many kids are looking forward to one of their favorite parts of summer vacation. A look at how camp registrations and staffing are going at Leif Ericson in tonight’s Your Money Matters. “The biggest part...
Highlighting the efforts of Speech-Language Pathologists
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month. When most people think about speech therapy, most will think about kids needing help with their language skills, but speech therapy is much more than that. Ashley Ettel is a Speech-Language Pathologist at Sanford Health. For the last...
Catfish Bay open for the summer
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A local water ski park near Sioux Falls is officially open for the season. The stage is set for The Greatest Show on H-2-O. It’s been a 30-year tradition to start the season on Memorial Day. “We start preparing the boats and the...
Salvation Army offering summer programs
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - When you think of the Salvation Army, you may think of their red kettles around the holidays, but they also give back to their community through summer programming. Major Marlys Anderson stopped by the Dakota News Now studio to share more about their...
The story of a soldier on D-Day
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Memorial Day is a day to honor and remember all of our nation’s fallen military members. And this year many have a focus on our World War II veterans as we approach the 80th anniversary of D-Day on June 6th. Sergeant John Daly...
Relays at State Track a sweeping success for Sioux Falls Christian girls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - In South Dakota high school track and field teamwork has made the dream work for the Sioux Falls Christian girls who, for the second straight year, pulled off an impressive feat on their way to a third consecutive State A team championship. During...
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