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Musicians, DJs, venues and more inducted into SD Rock & Rollers Hall of Fame

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On Saturday, generations of South Dakotans instrumental in the state’s music scene were inducted into the South Dakota Rock and Rollers Hall of Fame. Many people celebrated the occasion as dozens of musicians, music groups, DJs, and more were inducted in Sioux...

Sioux Falls, SD · 13d

KELOLAND

Kids say ‘trick-or-treat’ at downtown businesses

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Kids of all ages walked up and down Phillips Avenue Sunday afternoon dressed up in their Halloween costumes. Some of those costumes featured characters from movies or TV shows. “It’s my favorite character and I always wished I was like her,” said Chloe Merchant, a trick-or-treater dressed as Rumi from […]

Sioux Falls, SD · 12d

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VIEWPOINT | Minnehaha’s data center task force needs a public scorecard

The minutes of a recent Minnehaha County Commission meeting contain an easily overlooked development: Commissioners discussed the creation of a data center task force. That discussion, recorded in public minutes, comes as the Sioux Falls area debates how much power, water, land and public investment this industry should command. Before county officials weigh any proposed project, residents deserve a consistent way to judge its benefits and costs.

Minnehaha County, SD · 13d

KELOLAND

5 candidates raise more than $100K for Minnehaha County Commission race

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Pre-general election campaign finance reports show big thousands of dollars spend and thousands in loans for some of the candidates for the Minnehaha County Commission. Five candidates are on the ballot for three seats. Kenny Anderson Jr. has maintained his balance of $2,120 from his pre-primary report, with no spending. […]

Minnehaha County, SD · 14d

KELOLAND

All-breed dog shows kick off at W. H. Lyons Fairgrounds

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) —There are plenty of dogs and their owners at the W. H. Lyons Fairgrounds this weekend. The annual All-Breed Dog Shows and Obedience/Rally Trials are underway. On one side of the building is a show where the dogs are judged against their breed’s written standard. On the other side are the […]

Sioux Falls, SD · 14d

KELOLAND

Mentzer shares views for District 11

SIOUX FALLS, S.D (KELO) — Two seats in South Dakota’s District 11 are open for the House. There are four people in the race: Republican Brian Mulder, Republican Keri Weems, Democrat Sonja Mentzer, and Libertarian Tracey Quint. Interviews could not be obtained from Mulder, Weems, and Quint. KELOLAND News interviewed candidates for House and Senate […]

Sioux Falls, SD · 14d

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Lake County Democrats Drain Piggy Bank Backing Candidates; Lake County Republicans Supporting Nobody

Checking the District 12 Senate campaign finance reports got me looking at my old local party, the Lake County Democrats, who admirably aren’t leaving anything in the tank. Their pre-general report shows they raised $5,513.95 and then spent all of that and more supporting Democratic candidates:. The Lake County...

Lake County, SD · 14d

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New owner-operator brings upgrades, more programming to Skate City

From the outside, changes already are apparent at the Sioux Falls Skate City. There’s a new parking lot, new signage and a redone exterior. Inside the decades-old building at 2901 W. Third St., new seating and upgraded pizza ovens are in, and more upgrades are on the way. For...

KELOLAND

Downtown Sioux Falls gets a splash of color

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)– Some color was being added to a downtown Sioux Falls intersection this morning. KELOLAND News captured this video from the intersection of 12th and Phillips this morning. Crews were seen using heat to put down decorative pavement markings. The company told our photographer that they had recently done the same at […]

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South Dakota DOT seeks public input for Sioux Falls rail safety study

The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is inviting the public to provide input as part of a comprehensive safety analysis of grade crossings in the Sioux Falls metropolitan area. The SDDOT will host a public meeting Oct. 28 in Sioux Falls to share information about the Sioux Falls Railroad...

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South Dakota Supreme Court upholds aiding and abetting conviction in 2025 robbery

PIERRE, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A South Dakota man serving 25 years in prison for a robbery and kidnapping will keep his convictions. The South Dakota Supreme Court unanimously upheld the convictions of Cory Bromley, stemming from a 2025 robbery in Alcester. Bromley argued there wasn’t enough evidence to...

South Dakota · 15d

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The City of Sioux Falls Is Getting Spooky

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) – The City of Sioux Falls’ Parks and Recreation department will host Halloween activities at Jacobson Plaza beginning Friday, Oct. 23. The schedule includes a decorated skeleton display, a roller-skating party, a trick-or-treat trail and a pumpkin trot. “Sioux Spooktacular will have activities for...

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South Dakota Searchlight

Democratic South Dakota secretary of state candidate draws contributions from Republicans

A Democrat’s campaign finance report shows some of his contributions coming from across the political divide as he campaigns for South Dakota secretary of state, after the Republican incumbent endorsed him. A report filed this week shows Democratic nominee Terrence Davis, of Sioux Falls, raised about $53,500 since May and spent about $18,400. He reported […]

South Dakota · 16d

thedakotascout.com

New construction slows in Sioux Falls

Commercial construction spending has dropped in Sioux Falls. And the downturn reported by the Sioux Falls finance office this week comes as total building permit valuations have fallen by about $230 million through the first nine months of 2026 compared to the amount of building activity in the city a year ago.

Sioux Falls, SD · 16d

KELOLAND

Lane closure in Western Sioux Falls

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls drivers will experience a lane closure on South Western Avenue on Wednesday, according to a new release from the city’s street division. The City of Sioux Falls Street Division said the southbound outside lane of South Western Avenue will be closed thru traffic at the intersection of Western […]

Sioux Falls, SD · 16d

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A Dakota History Lesson with Tamara St. John | Dakota Life

Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate Tribal Archivist Tamara St. John joins us to discuss SWO history—including the story of the "Mad Grandmas" and how tribal matriarchs stepped into powerful, unexpected political roles. Tim Davison joined the SDPB team in 2022 as an Emerging Content Producer. Originally from Nebraska, Tim has held many...

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Sioux Falls Raising Canes to open in November

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Raising Cane’s will open its doors on Nov. 17, according to a news release. This is the first Raising Canes in South Dakota and will be located near the Empire Mall, east of Interstate 29. On opening day, there will be a customers...

Sioux Falls, SD · 17d

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