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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...

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Four Miner County Businesses Pass Alcohol Checks; Cabaret Records One Failure

MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) — Four businesses passed and one failed alcohol compliance checks conducted Nov. 5 in Miner County, according to the South-Central Alcohol Task Force. The task force checked five establishments. Those that passed were Hunter’s Den in Epiphany, Champs Bar in Canova, Miner’s Tavern in Carthage...

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Smithfield starts neighborhood outreach after judge's critique

Smithfield Foods will meet with would-be neighbors of its proposed $1.3 billion pork processing plant in Sioux Falls later this month. The Nov. 19 meeting will give residents an opportunity to ask questions of company representatives as Smithfield works to advance plans to replace its century-old downtown Sioux Falls plant with a new facility on the city’s northwest side.

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Leaf drop-off sites stay busy in Sioux Falls

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)– One of the Leaf Drop Off sites in Sioux Falls was busy over the weekend. KELOLAND Chief Photographer Kevin Kjergaard captured this video. A line of cars and trucks was seen coming in and dumping leaves. Both drop-off sites are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. They […]

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A quarter of a century old: Newcastle-Vermillion bridge turns 25

NEWCASTLE, Neb. (KTIV) - Tuesday, Nov. 10, the Vermillion Area Chamber held a celebration for the 25th anniversary of the Newcastle-Vermillion bridge. “It’s neat to see generations of the people that were involved when it started, getting them together with like myself It’s only been a part of it. It’s been here for 25 years, but I’ve only been around for 20 of those 25 years living in this area. So it’s just neat to see them all getting together, being able to reminisce and talk about where they started and where they’re at today with it,” said Bryan Gotch, Mayor of Newcastle, Nebraska.

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Business community called on to advocate for future of S.D. Air National Guard

A competitive process underway now through the Air Force could determine the future of a fighter fleet in Sioux Falls. Since the early 1990s, the South Dakota Air National Guard base in Sioux Falls has been home to the F-16 Fighting Falcon; however, the jet will start to be phased out in the next 10 to 15 years.

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Report: School district recommends closing Renberg Elementary

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The Sioux Falls School District is recommending the closure of Renberg Elementary, the school located at the most northern part of the district. A report detailing the district’s recommendation to the school board says students that live in northern SFSD neighborhoods are being bused to schools that are closer, Marcella […]

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Half-cent sales tax accepted/rejected across the state

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A Senate bill that would raise the cost of goods by a half-cent has been voted on across the state, with some counties voting for it, while others reject it and some continue to weigh their options. What is the half-cent sales tax? According to the South Dakota Legislature, the […]

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Veterans Can Eat Free at Sioux Falls Restaurants on Veterans Day

A meal can never be enough for those who gave up their life for our freedoms today. Thank you to all of the men and women who fought and are continuing to fight for our country and freedom!

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Sioux Falls eliminates more tax breaks for data centers

South Dakota's largest city is eliminating more tax breaks for data centers. The Sioux Falls City Council voted 7-0 Tuesday to revise its industrial property tax reduction program, removing data processing and storage operations from the list of businesses eligible for reduced property tax assessments. “I have consistently maintained that...

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SiouxFalls.Business: Groups pursue F-35s, Vibes Bar opens near Empire Mall

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Jodi Schwan with SiouxFalls.Business visited Dakota News Now to discuss efforts to bring F-35 fighter jets to Sioux Falls and a new event center by the Empire Mall!. Organizations working to bring F-35 fighter jets to Sioux Falls:. Efforts are underway to secure...

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Lane Closures At 26th Street And Marion Road Start Wednesday In Sioux Falls

Heads up, westside drivers: 26th and Marion gets lane closures and no left turns starting Wednesday morning. One through lane stays open each way.

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Minnehaha commission eager to host new F-35 aircraft

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Minnehaha County Commission voted Tuesday to send a letter of consideration to make Sioux Falls a potential location for the new F-35 Lightning II aircraft. The letter presented at the meeting outlines the reasons why Sioux Falls’ 114th Fighter Wing would be an ideal location for this new aircraft technology. […]

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Two veterans receive vehicles through Keys to Progress program

HARRISBURG, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Two veterans received vehicles Tuesday through the Keys to Progress program, which is helping them get back on the road. Andre McDavid has relied on a bicycle to get around Sioux Falls, where transportation is available but limited. A car means more opportunities to work and get where he needs to go.

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Feeding South Dakota to distribute Thanksgiving meals across the state

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Feeding South Dakota is carrying on its holiday tradition of distributing Thanksgiving meals to families experiencing food insecurity across the state. The state’s largest hunger relief organization announced it will partner with 58 local community organizations to host widespread holiday food distributions throughout November.

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Renberg community reacts to elementary closure decision

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Sioux Falls School Board has voted to close Renberg Elementary at the end of this school year. Renberg is the lowest-enrolled school building in the district and currently serves 87 students. The closure has been considered for more than a year. In...

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South Dakota sees windstorms more than tornadoes

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Tornadoes in South Dakota are not as common as in other parts of the Midwest, and statistics show this to be true. Instead of tornadoes, the state sees high wind speeds and instances of windstorms. A look at tornado report statistics depicts a significant downward trend for the state over […]

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UGM and Minnehaha County hosting free screenings of ’24 Hours on 8th Street’

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Union Gospel Mission and Minnehaha County are hosting two free screenings of 24 Hours on 8th Street on Tuesday, November 17, and Wednesday, November 18, 2026, for Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week. The documentary aims to enhance understanding and encourage neighbors to...

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Sioux Falls Scheels Shares Emotional Tribute To Local Veterans

Here's to the Sioux Empire veterans who make this country great and to the ones we'll never forget

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