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New South Dakota State Senator delivered message to Washington
WASHINGTON, DC (KELO.com) -- It's about creating a transparent, trustworthy trade system. That's the message delivered to Washington by Huron area soybean farmer Brandon Wipf. Senator John Thune asked Wipf to testify on the importance of the Federal Grain Inspection Service in international grain trade. Wipf says it...
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Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds is also promising state help for storm victims.
DES MOINES, IA (KELO.com) -- Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds is also promising state help for storm victims. She has issued a disaster declaration that includes O'Brien, Osceola and Sioux Counties. Families that qualify can receive grants of up to seven thousand dollars to help repair storm damage.
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Hudson residents are still cleaning up the damage from Monday night's storm
HUDSON, SD (KELO.com) -- Another day of picking up the pieces. Hudson residents still have a tall task ahead, as they clean up storm damage left by Monday night's storm. Governor Larry Rhoden is promising state help in the recovery effort. The storm packed 90-mile an hour winds, destroying trees and buildings.
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The budget cuts an 86-million-dollar grant to SDSU
BROOKINGS, SD (KELO.com) -- The budget cuts an 86-million-dollar grant to SDSU. The grant was for beef and bison grazing research. South Dakota Newswatch reports that over 17 million dollars of the grant had already been spent, leaving 68-million unused.
3h ago

South Dakota Public Broadcasting officials are doing what they can to plug a hole in their budget.
VERMILLION, SD (KELO.com) -- South Dakota Public Broadcasting officials are doing what they can to plug a hole in their budget. SDPB loses 2.2-million dollars a year starting October first. State Senator Glen Vilhauer of Watertown says lawmakers are also being pressured to address the issue. He says many people over...
3h ago
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South Dakota bioethanol producer ranks 15th in the nation
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- South Dakota based POET is making a name for itself in the field of global trade. The bioethanol producer ranks 15th in the nation for container exports this year. Most of its 40-thousand containers are filled with dried distiller's grains used in animal feed. The company could see even...
Jul 25, 2025

Sioux Falls will have a new resource to help children with autism
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- There's a new resource coming to Sioux Falls to help children with autism and developmental delays. Treehouse Nest therapy Services is a preschool setting that offers structured play and learning to guide kids to key milestones. The center will serve kids seven and under with in-home and...
Jul 25, 2025
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Sioux Falls faces budget cuts
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- The city of Sioux Falls is coming to grips with lower revenues from its two main sources. Mayor Paul TenHaken unveiled his budget proposal Thursday afternoon, noting that sales tax revenues are down, and a new property tax limitation law will hit future revenues. That means up to ten mil...
Jul 25, 2025
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A California man faces nearly 22 years in prison for selling meth and fentanyl in Sioux Falls.
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- A California man faces nearly 22 years in prison for selling meth and fentanyl in Sioux Falls. 34-year old Clarence Williams moved to Sioux Falls with the intent of selling the deadly drugs. He worked with a group that trafficked about 3 kilograms of fentanyl and over 20 pounds of meth.
Jul 25, 2025
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Postal counters in all Sioux Falls Hy Vee and Lewis Drug locations to close in September
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- American Postal Workers Union members are warning about the possible privatization of the U.S Postal Service in a new TV ad. They say it could mean higher prices, longer wait times and more post office closures. Sioux Falls is seeing some of the effects, with 14 postal counters set to cl...
Jul 24, 2025
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Sioux Falls City Counsellors are spearheading efforts to fund airport expansion
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- They believe the Sioux Falls Airport plays a major role in South Dakota's economy and economic development. Because of that, the Dakota Scout reports Sioux Falls City Councilors Richard Thomason and Rich Merkouris are spearheading an effort to help fund a major expansion of the airport. T...
Jul 14, 2025

Investigation is underway of an officer involved shooting that happened in Sioux Falls on Monday afternoon
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation is reviewing evidence in an officer-involved shooting in Sioux Falls Monday afternoon. Sioux Falls Police were trying to arrest 24-year-old Deondre Blackhawk on burglary, drug and aggravated assault charges. Information Officer Aaron Be...
Jul 09, 2025

The Chairman of the Federal Commications Commission is in Sioux Falls this week
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission is setting his sights high on the future of technology and broadcasting. Brenden Carr is in Sioux Falls this week to launch his Build America Agenda. It is an ambitious plan to connect the entire nation to the latest technology to del...
Jul 03, 2025
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Surveillance video has identified two suspects from the evening shooting on Sunday
Sioux Falls, SD (KELO.com) -- Sioux Falls police are still investigating several recent shooting incidents; however, they think they found some answers in at least one case. Surveillance video identified two suspects in a Sunday evening shooting at 12th and Summit. 36-year old Chris Fulks was arrested for aggravated as...
Jun 30, 2025
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University of South Dakota will benefit from the House v. NCAA lawsuit settlement
VERMILLION, SD (KELO.com) -- The University of South Dakota is opting into the NCAA settlement tied to the House v. NCAA lawsuit. That move means USD can now share revenue directly with student-athletes, and keep all current athletes on the roster. Athletic Director Jon Schemmel says the decision won't hurt the schoo...
Jun 18, 2025
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New South Dakota State Senator delivered message to Washington
WASHINGTON, DC (KELO.com) -- It's about creating a transparent, trustworthy trade system. That's the message delivered to Washington by Huron area soybean farmer Brandon Wipf. Senator John Thune asked Wipf to testify on the importance of the Federal Grain Inspection Service in international grain trade. Wipf says it...
3h ago

Hudson residents are still cleaning up the damage from Monday night's storm
HUDSON, SD (KELO.com) -- Another day of picking up the pieces. Hudson residents still have a tall task ahead, as they clean up storm damage left by Monday night's storm. Governor Larry Rhoden is promising state help in the recovery effort. The storm packed 90-mile an hour winds, destroying trees and buildings.
3h ago

The budget cuts an 86-million-dollar grant to SDSU
BROOKINGS, SD (KELO.com) -- The budget cuts an 86-million-dollar grant to SDSU. The grant was for beef and bison grazing research. South Dakota Newswatch reports that over 17 million dollars of the grant had already been spent, leaving 68-million unused.
3h ago

South Dakota Public Broadcasting officials are doing what they can to plug a hole in their budget.
VERMILLION, SD (KELO.com) -- South Dakota Public Broadcasting officials are doing what they can to plug a hole in their budget. SDPB loses 2.2-million dollars a year starting October first. State Senator Glen Vilhauer of Watertown says lawmakers are also being pressured to address the issue. He says many people over...
3h ago

Iowa Supreme Court reprimanded lead attorney who fought the South Dakota carbon dioxide pipeline.
DES MOINES, IA (KELO.com) -- The lead attorney for landowners who fought a carbon dioxide pipeline in South Dakota has been reprimanded by the Iowa Supreme Court. Brian Jorde also represented landowners in Iowa, and included statements to regulators in both states from an individual who later said she would not submit...
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