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District 25 voters elect three new lawmakers to serve in Pierre

While official canvasses of last week’s general election are still being completed, unofficial results leave little doubt about who will be representing Moody County and District 25 in Pierre for the next two years. And for the first time in several years, we’ll will have an entirely new delegation...

Moody County, SD · 1d

Argus Leader

Developer says Sioux Falls data center could bring in $10.6M in annual state revenue

A California-based developer is continuing to his fast effort to bring a 500-megawatt hyperscale data center to Sioux Falls. To ease tension surrounding the controversial project, the developer spoke during a Sioux Falls Regulatory Oversight Committee meeting Monday night at Carnegie Hall downtown. “We never suggested that development shouldn't happen without oversight,” said Gemini Capital founder Michael Anvar. “We spent much of 2025 going through that extensive process with the city, and we incorporated many recommendations that came out of that. We believe Sioux Falls can protect its residents and remain attractive for substantial and private investment.” Anvar and Gemini Capital are behind Gemini Data Center SD LLC, which is proposing the data center project in Sioux Falls. Anvar confirmed that his real estate firm is not related to Google’s AI platform, which shares the same name.Anvar also confirmed that the site does not have an end user – the company that will ultimately operate the data center – though prospective end users are being explored. A final design will not be complete until an end user is selected. “Our role as the developer is to bring an experienced operator to the site,” Anvar said. “When there is a signed

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‘Great Pumpkin Roll’ a creative new way to trash pumpkins at Tuthill Park

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - With Halloween over, Sioux Falls residents could get rid of their pumpkins on Saturday by rolling them down the hill at Tuthill Park. The 3rd annual Great Pumpkin Roll took place Saturday afternoon, with dozens of people seeing how far, or short, their pumpkins could roll.

Sioux Falls, SD · 4d

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Flyover country? Not so fast. Sioux Falls conference makes the case for the Midwest

An international conference in Sioux Falls aims to highlight the Midwest’s pivotal influence on United States history. Middle West Review is holding the 2nd annual Lost Region Recovery Project Conference entitled “Turning 250: The View from the Midwest” on Nov. 19-21. The event will feature sessions at the Center for Western Studies at Augustana University and the Washington Pavilion.

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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

Sioux Falls, SD · 1d

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From pools to playgrounds and bike paths, city recaps park season and looks ahead

New playgrounds are ready to be used, and new pools are making progress as the city’s construction season for parks winds down. Kuehn Park’s new aquatic center — the largest in the city — is on track to open during the 2027 swim season. Photos courtesy...

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Judge Sets Joint Trial Date In Fatal Lyon County Overdose Case

(Words 'Court Room' on dark wood doors - KIWA Staff Stock Photo) Sioux City, Iowa (KTIV-TV) — Two men charged in connection with the death of a Sioux Falls teenager — allegedly in Lyon County — are now scheduled for trial on the same date in federal court in Iowa.

Lyon County, IA · 5d

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Voters to decide whether to keep Oldham-Ramona-Rutland School District open or dissolve it

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -Voters in the Oldham-Ramona-Rutland School District will decide Tuesday whether to keep the district open or move forward with dissolution. Superintendent Dan Baldwin said voters are considering the same reorganization plan as last year. If approved, the district would close June 30, 2027, and...

KELOLAND

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Feeding South Dakota Thanksgiving Meal giveaways

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)– Feeding South Dakota is gathering donations this month to provide food for their annual Thanksgiving Meal giveaways. While volunteering is one way to help families in need across South Dakota, a small donation can go a long way in making sure everyone gets a meal this holiday season. “The best way […]

South Dakota · 6d

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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.

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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 · 5d

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Former Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken Comments On Blue Wave

Former Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken shared an encouraging message on what he says should be a wake-up call.

Sioux Falls, SD · 7d

KELOLAND

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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 · 4d

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More Mountain Lions Spotted Near South Dakota Park & Small Town

South Dakota Rangers are urging residents to take precaution, especially when it comes to their pets

South Dakota · 13d

Argus Leader

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Construction season 2026 nears an end: 10 Sioux Falls updates to know

Numerous Sioux Falls Road projects are nearing completion as the 2026 road construction season comes to an end. Major roadways across the city have seen various levels of work completed by city and South Dakota Department of Transportation crews. Here is a list of 10 projects, five led by Sioux Falls and five joint efforts, as they currently stand, according to a Sioux Falls city press release. City construction updates Arrowhead Parkway and Veterans Parkway intersection: Pending weather, the Arrowhead Parkway and Veterans Parkway intersection is expected to reopen to traffic by Nov. 20. However, restoration work is ongoing and will continue into 2027. Thus far, the project has reconstructed and expanded roadways with new street lights, traffic signals, signage and pavement markings. This includes upgraded water, sanitary sewer and stormwater infrastructure. Work on a retaining wall is also complete, while most concrete paving along the west side of Arrowhead Parkway and the southbound lanes of Veterans Parkway is complete. Crews are still installing median concrete and sidewalk. Additionally, a pedestrian underpass is nearing completion. Minnesota Avenue: The Minnesota Avenue reconstruction project from Second Street to Eighth Street is nearing completion. The release notes that the contractor is working to

KELOLAND

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 · 6d

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Sioux Falls to host major Midwest studies conference

This is a paid piece from the Augustana University Center for Western Studies. Simplified: The Midwest tends to slip through the cracks when people talk politics, art, history and culture. The Lost Region Recovery Project is looking to buck that trend by bringing nationally recognized scholars together for three days of conversation in Sioux Falls later this month.

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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 · 5d

KELOLAND

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 · 5d

KELOLAND

Trees find new home in Southeastern SF

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)– Crews were out planting trees in Southeastern Sioux Falls today. KELOLAND News captured this video from a drainage area near 41st Street and Southeastern Avenue. The city’s urban forestry specialist says planting trees is one of the things that is done when improving areas. A sidewalk will be poured in the […]