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Incoming county commissioner makes history, again

SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) — One of the newly elected members of the Minnehaha County Commission is carrying on a family tradition of being a political trailblazer. Kenny Anderson, Jr. received the most votes on Election Day among the five candidates running for three seats on the commission. According to the South Dakota African American […]

Minnehaha County, SD · 2d

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3 SD towns still without driver’s license stations

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s been at least eight months since the driver’s license exam station in Milbank was temporarily closed. Residents in the area are curious, said city administrator Steve Pendergrass. “We’re getting two to five calls a day from people asking if it’s open,” Pendergrass said. The Milbank station and the stations […]

Milbank, SD · 1d

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She Flew a Damaged A-10 Out of Baghdad. Now She's Coming to Sioux Falls!

Doors open 10 AM Nov 11 at The Alliance for the Sioux Falls Veterans Day program. The next evening, Colonel Kim KC Campbell tells her story at A Night With Heroes.

Sioux Falls, SD · 1d

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Minnesota DNR donates 23 bison to boost conservation efforts

ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources donated 23 yearling bison to three conservation organizations this fall as part of efforts to expand bison populations across the region. The DNR maintains a herd of 115 to 145 bison between Minneopa State Park in Blue Earth County...

Minnesota · 1d

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Lincoln County rejects 35 ballots for lack of stamps, but outcome unaffected

Lincoln County rejected 30 Beresford-area voters’ ballots on Thursday from the Nov. 3 election because poll workers failed to stamp them. Lincoln County Auditor Sheri Lund reported the error during Thursday’s canvass. Precinct 26 covers Brooklyn Township, Pleasant Township and the Lincoln County portion of Beresford. The county...

Lincoln County, SD · 1d

South Dakota News Watch

'Citizen warriors' form backbone of South Dakota National Guard

In advance of the federal Veterans Day holiday on Wednesday, Nov. 11, News Watch spoke with the leader of the South Dakota National Guard about its evolving mission, its personnel and the attempt to bring a new fighter jet to Sioux Falls. Content Director. 605-937-9398. bart.pfankuch@sdnewswatch.org. Maj. Gen. Mark Morrell...

South Dakota · 2d

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Minnesota Regulators Approve Magellan Pipeline Near Sacred Pipestone Site, 4-1

Minnesota utility regulators voted to grant a permit allowing the Magellan pipeline to reopen near Pipestone National Monument, a decision that drew objections from tribal members who packed a hearing room and an overflow room in St. Paul. Public Utilities Commission members voted 4-1 to grant the permit, with Commissioner Audrey Partridge casting the lone vote against it.

Minnesota · 1d

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Memo: Minnehaha County had ‘very successful election’

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Minnehaha County Auditor Leah Anderson said the county held a “very successful election” in her memo to the county commission that recommends it certify the results. Anderson said overall voter turnout for the county was 49% (48.8%). The last midterm election in 2022 had a 58% (57.7%) voter turnout. There […]

Minnehaha County, SD · 1d

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Chamber Advocate: 2026 General Election Recap

South Dakota and the entire nation held general elections on Nov. 3. The Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce Public Policy team wanted to provide an update on how things look at the state and local levels following the 2026 general election. There were also four statewide ballot measures considered.

South Dakota · 1d

KELOLAND

Cliff Avenue interchange progress ‘like a dream come true’

SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) — The orange cones will soon be exiting a major road construction project in Sioux Falls. The City says that all lanes of traffic and ramps at the Cliff Avenue I-229 interchange will be open starting November 20th. Drivers are excited about the latest milestone in this nearly $50-million project. Kathy […]

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Two South Dakota students named U.S. Presidential Scholars

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Two South Dakota students are being recognized among the nation’s top high school scholars. Emma Plamp of Mitchell and Ronan Maher of Sioux Falls have been named U.S. Presidential Scholars, the South Dakota Department of Education announced. The honor is considered one...

Sioux Falls, SD · 4d

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The Future of Sioux Falls’ Skies: The Push for the F-35

Currently, there is a coordinated effort between the South Dakota Air National Guard, the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce, the South Dakota Chamber of Commerce and many other partners to make Sioux Falls the future site of the F-35 Lightning II fighter. For the past few decades, Sioux Falls has been home to the F-16 Fighting Falcon, and we have enjoyed its presence in our skies during that time. However, the F-16 will begin being phased out over the next 10-15 years, and the F-35 is the clear replacement for our aging fighter wing here in Sioux Falls.

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‘Citizen warriors’ form backbone of South Dakota National Guard

Maj. Gen. Mark Morrell may have traveled the country and the world during his 27 years of service, but he has spent much of his military career in the Rushmore State, where he now serves as the adjutant general of the South Dakota National Guard. Morrell is a native of Tyndall, in southeast South Dakota, […]

South Dakota · 23h

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Apartment of the Week: Whisper Creek Village

This Apartment of the Week is sponsored by Lloyd Cos. Brand-new apartment living, a convenient southeast Sioux Falls location and the feel of a smaller community come together at Whisper Creek Village. The location. Located at 5730 S. Leubecher Ave., near 69th Street and Sycamore Avenue, Whisper Creek Village offers...

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Kenny Anderson Jr. tops Minnehaha County Commission field as 3 win seats

Three Minnehaha County commissioners were elected to four-year terms in Tuesday’s countywide election. Jen Bleyenberg, who lives near Wall Lake and was the only incumbent in the race, has been elected to a second term, while newcomers Kenny Anderson Jr. and Brent Hoffman, both of Sioux Falls, will join her on the five-member commission in January.

Minnehaha County, SD · 3d

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Downtown Sioux Falls business owners share thoughts on parking ordinance

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The city is now considering an increase in parking rates for downtown Sioux Falls. But for local businesses, the question is whether customers will continue to come and whether it will continue to make more parking spots available. The city council discussion is...

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Goodwill of the Great Plains launches annual ‘Boots to Suits’ program

SIOUX CITY, I.A. (Dakota News Now) - Goodwill of the Great Plains is giving back to those who served over the next couple of weeks. The “Boots to Suits” program runs through Nov. 14 at all Goodwill of the Great Plains locations. The program offers a free $40...

Sioux City, IA · 2d

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Stuff to do: Nov. 4-10

Get Goosebumps.* The Premiere Playhouse is staging "Goosebumps The Musical" Friday through Sunday at the Orpheum Theater. When eerie messages appear and a masked menace starts interrupting rehearsals, the young actors are forced to figure out if their auditorium is truly haunted or if it’s just an elaborate prank. Get your tickets here.

Sioux Falls, SD · 4d

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