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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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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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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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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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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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City Council Approves $77.4 Million Budget for 2027

BROOKINGS (11-11-26) — At last night’s meeting, the Brookings City Council approved next year’s municipal budget. It’s a $77.4 million balanced budget, representing a 6.7 percent increase from last year’s budget. Ashley Rentsch is city finance director… “The proposed 2027 budget totals approximately $77.4 million...

Brookings, SD · 21h

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Data center oversight under review in Sioux Falls

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -Sioux Falls leaders are taking a closer look at how the city regulates data centers. The Regulatory Oversight Committee met Monday to review existing rules and discuss concerns about water, electricity and noise. Meanwhile, the developer behind the proposed Gemini data center in Sioux...

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2026 Veterans Day discounts and free meals

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Wednesday is Veterans Day and many businesses in Sioux Falls are honoring those who served with special deals and discounts. If you are participating most, if not all, businesses require an active duty or veteran military ID. We’ve provided a list of options available: The Original Pancake House in Sioux […]

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Public hearing set on Sanford Luverne labor and delivery closure

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sanford Luverne Medical Center plans to end inpatient labor and delivery and newborn care services on April 28, 2027, and move them to Sanford facilities in Worthington and Sioux Falls. The Minnesota Department of Health will hold a public hearing on the changes...

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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

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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.

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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...

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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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