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CONDE, S.D.–A man driving a utility terrain vehicle (UTV) has been killed in a crash with a semi in Spink County. The South Dakota Department of Public Safety says it happened Tuesday on Highway 20, nine miles southwest of Conde. The 77 year-old man driving the UTV turned in front of a westbound semi on the highway. The semi struck the UTV, forcing it into the ditch where it rolled.

SPINK COUNTY, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Department of Public Safety announced on Wednesday that a man had died in a two-vehicle crash near Conde, South Dakota on Tuesday. Early crash information shows that around 4:48 p.m., a 2021 CanAm Defender UTV turned in front of a westbound Peterbilt truck on SD Highway 20, about 9 miles southwest of Conde.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Small-town, rural schools are dotted all over the state. There are 154 small towns throughout the state, and we’re in one of those small towns, Doland, where their school is getting ready for its first-ever art show. School superintendent Garrett Schmidt talked about the challenges of small-town schools.

Redfield lost against Sioux Valley back in April, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Redfield Pheasants lost 10-3 to the Sioux Valley Cossacks. Redfield has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games. For Sioux Valley's part, Abby Axtell was a major factor no matter...

It is with great pleasure that I nominate Mrs. Marlene Eimers for consideration for the 2024 American Legion Auxiliary Unit Member of the Year. In addition to performing her duties as Chaplain of Redfield Clay Kiser Post 92, Marlene demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to her Legion Post, church, community, as well as the general public. Volunteering in service to veterans is something that has been instilled in Marlene from a young age. She grew up with a family of veterans; her father and 6 of his brothers, and 6 of 8 male cousins were all enlisted in the military.Marlene takes great pride in performing Chaplain duties for each Auxiliary meeting, including writing her own prayers and conducting Memorials for deceased members. She also spearheaded making patriotic pillowcases to send to deploying soldiers. She went to the school to discuss the flag, and read a book about the flag with kindergarten students. Each student was also presented with their own flag. Teaching has always been a passion for Marlene, and this is evident in her heading up the American Essay and poetry contest. She takes the time to meet personally with teachers, send emails, and provide necessary help in writing essays or poems. There is also an Americanism Tea that is held for the 1st-3rd place winners and parents, where the students present their essays and receive their prizes. The spring of 2023 saw the largest response to the Americanism Essay and Poetry contest, with 200 entries. In 2024, Marlene chaired a Poppy Poster Contest to aid in bringing back interest to it. She met with the art teacher and provided books to read about the poppy.

PIERRE- Today the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) announced the City of Redfield public water system and the system's operation specialists have been awarded a Secretary's Award for Drinking Water Excellence. "Consistent success is a true measure of excellence," said DANR Secretary Hunter Roberts. "With more...

Mansfield residents have the opportunity to walk a beat in an officer's shoes as the local police department rolls out its 34th Citizens Police Academy class. Beginning May 16, those accepted into the ten-week program will get a taste of what it takes to protect and serve every Thursday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. With limited spots available, the department encourages prompt applications.