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14 Counties Eligible For Disaster Assistance

(Atlanta, GA) – The U.S. Small Business Administration is making available low-interest federal disaster loans for eligible small businesses and private nonprofit organizations impacted by drought. The 14 counties are Benton, Cass, Crow Wing, Douglas, Lincoln, Lyon, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Otter Tail, Pipestone, Stearns, Todd, Wadena and Yellow Medicine. The businesses hurt by the drought can apply for up to $2 million dollar loan with interest rates as low as 4%. Loans can last up to 30 years and there is no interest or required payments during the first 12 months following disbursement. Businesses can apply online at sba.gov/disaster.

Yellow Medicine County, MN · 4d

KELOLAND

Oldham-Ramona-Rutland superintendent calls for unity after election

RUTLAND, S.D. (KELO)– After voters in the Oldham-Ramona-Rutland (ORR) school district decided for the second time to keep the school open, the district superintendent, Dan Baldwin, is now calling for unity. According to the Oldham-Ramona-Rutland School District, the unofficial results that came in for the polls were: This vote means the dissolution plan fails, and […]

Rutland, SD · 2d

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Sand for Seniors is Back in Brookings

BROOKINGS, S.D. (KELO.com) – The Brookings Police Department is excited to partner with the Brookings Lowe’s Home Improvement to bring back the Sand for Seniors program. The department says winter weather can create hazardous conditions, and icy sidewalks, steps and walkways causing an increase in the risk of slips and falls.

Brookings, SD · 2d

Northeast Radio SD News

Codington County Approves Engineering Contract for 5-Mile County Road 11 Upgrade Near Watertown

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Codington County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026, unanimously approved an engineering contract proposal with Banner Associates for planning, survey, design, and bidding services along a 5-mile stretch of County Road 11 north of Watertown.

Watertown, SD · 2d

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School District Plans for Future High School Renovations

BROOKINGS (11-12-26) — Brookings High School recently unveiled newly renovated science classrooms. Superintendent Summer Schultz says the district is continuing to look at public feedback as they evaluate future renovations at what is now the oldest school building in Brookings… “We know in the (Career Technical Education) building and the high school that there are foundational improvements that need to be made and some deferred maintenance, but we also know that we have some learning spaces that could be improved.”

Brookings, SD · 2d

brookingsradio.com

City to Gather Data Before Deciding Fate of Front Street

BROOKINGS (11-12-26) — Earlier this week, the Brookings City Council voted to hire engineer and consulting firm HDR, Inc. to study and produce designs on converting the Downtown Armory into a park-like Third Space. Earlier designs presented to the council a few months ago suggested closing Front Street to maximize space at the property.

Brookings, SD · 1d

brookingsradio.com

City Enters Into Design Work Agreement to Convert Armory Property into a “Third Space”

BROOKINGS (11-11-26) — At last night’s meeting, the Brookings City Council voted unanimously to enter into an agreement with HDR, Inc. for design work on the proposed community Third Space where the downtown armory currently sits. City Council Member-Elect Al Austreim spoke as a private citizen and urged...

Brookings, SD · 3d

brookingsradio.com

Volunteers Needed for City Boards

BROOKINGS (11-13-26) — The following appointed City boards, committees, and commissions have vacancies. Applications for Appointment are available online at www.cityofbrookings-sd.gov. Applications must be submitted not later than 12:00 Noon on Monday, November 23, 2026. Brookings Disability Awareness Committee. Number of positions: 1 regular seat. Term Length: 3 years.

Brookings, SD · 23h

brookingsradio.com

City Council Hears Update on Solventum PFAS Mitigation

BROOKINGS (11-12-26) — At this week’s meeting, the Brookings City Council heard an update from Solventum concerning the ongoing mitigation of PFAS chemical contamination at their Brookings facility. In 2022, a leak in the plant’s fire suppression water line resulted in water and soil contamination. A clean-up ensued,...

Brookings, SD · 2d

dakotanewsnow.com

South Dakota Dept. of Corrections announces death of inmate

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The South Dakota Department of Corrections announced on Thursday that state prison offender Shawn Albrecht had died. Albrecht, 38, passed away while on comfort care status in a Sioux Falls hospital on Monday, Nov. 9. At the time of his death, he was...

South Dakota · 3d

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Three South Dakota Men sentenced in Federal Firearms Case

MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) — Three South Dakota men have been sentenced to federal prison for possessing firearms despite prior felony convictions, according to a release from U.S. Attorney Ron Parsons. U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier sentenced Dominic Dwayne Houston, 28, of Sioux Falls, to three years and...

Sioux Falls, SD · 18h

South Dakota Searchlight

Sioux Falls Democrat seeks recount in state Senate race

One of the five losing South Dakota legislative candidates with a race close enough for a recount has asked for one. Democrat Aaron Matson filed a recount request Thursday afternoon. The deadline to file for a recount is three days after the state canvass of election results. The canvass took place Tuesday. Matson lost the […]

dakotafreepress.com

Republicans Get More Backing for Amendment L/60% Threshold in Smaller Counties; Larger Counties Like Majority Rule

Voters’ rejection of Amendment L at the polls last week was the third time in eight years that Republican legislators’ attempts to require than a simple majority to pass certain ballot measures has failed. In 2018, the Republican Legislature offered Amendment X (2018 SJR 1), which would have...

dakotanewsnow.com

Six fallen heroes honored with bridges in South Dakota

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Six South Dakota heroes who never made it home are getting a lasting tribute. On Veterans Day, families and community members gathered in Sioux Falls as the state dedicated six bridges in their honor. The men served in World War II, the Korean...

South Dakota · 2d

thedakotascout.com

VIEWPOINT | Sioux Falls has to keep thinking like a growing city

One of the responsibilities of a business community is to think beyond the year at hand. We must look at where Sioux Falls is headed and ask what our city will need years from now. This applies to the discussion concerning a modern downtown convention center. It’s more than a...

Sioux Falls, SD · 22h

KELOLAND

Sioux Falls temporary lane closure on Minnesota Avenue

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls can expect a lane closure on Minnesota Avenue on Saturday. According to a news release from the City of Sioux Falls, beginning Saturday from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. northbound traffic on Minnesota Avenue between Second Street and Eighth Street will be detoured to allow crews to pave […]

Sioux Falls, SD · 23h

dakotanewsnow.com

Historic neighborhood improves safety through new crosswalk

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Neighborhood associations build community and organize efforts to improve the area where you live. A historic Sioux Falls neighborhood recently received a grant from the city for a much-needed project. From the sunken gardens to the bandshell, McKennan Park is a Sioux Falls...

Sioux Falls, SD · 2d

KELOLAND

Former DSS secretary to lead Glory House

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)– The former cabinet secretary of the South Dakota Department of Social Services is now headed to a new role as president of the Glory House. A social media post announced the appointment via a decision by the Glory House Board of Directors. Matt Althoff will lead as president and chief executive […]

Sioux Falls, SD · 23h

KELOLAND

Lower speed zones OK’d for Hartford, Sioux Falls roads

PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — Motorists traveling on two South Dakota highways in the Sioux Falls and Hartford areas of Minnehaha County will soon face lower speed limits. The Legislature’s Rules Review Committee on Thursday gave final clearance to changes affecting stretches of SD 38 and SD 115. The current 55-mph zone on SD 115 / […]

KELOLAND TV

Downtown convention center focus of Thursday event

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls is missing out on millions of dollars because it doesn’t have a large enough convention center, said Brittany Hanson, the vice president of Forward Sioux Falls. The existing convention center/arena is fine and is “working great,” but it’s not large enough...