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Sioux Falls Council Bans Makeshift Dwellings in City Parks
The Sioux Falls City Council has approved an ordinance banning makeshift dwellings in public spaces, including city parks. Passed Tuesday night, the measure requires officials to give fair warning before removing shelters and to offer transition assistance.
South Dakota State Fair Gearing Up for Opening Day
The 2025 South Dakota State Fair is putting the finishing touches on preparations ahead of its kickoff next week in Huron. Fair assistant manager Candi Briley says families can take advantage of multiple discounts on gate admission and activities to make the event more affordable. Running August 27 through Labor Day, September 1, the State Fair promises six days of entertainment, food, livestock shows, and family fun.
Mount Pleasant Cemetery Loses Nonprofit Status
Concerns are mounting over Mount Pleasant Cemetery after a watchdog group revealed it lost its nonprofit status for failing to file tax returns three years in a row. Families say poor upkeep, missing financial records, and unanswered questions about the cemetery’s obligations have deepened frustration.
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Sports Roundup: Thursday 8/21/25
Area Sports Tomorrow’s Football Games McCook Central Montrose @ Mount Vernon/Plankinton at 7pm (on KOOL 98.3 w/Paul Lasley) Platte-Geddes @…
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Judge denies Justice Department request to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts
A federal judge on Wednesday rejected the Trump administration's request to unseal grand jury transcripts from Jeffrey Epstein 's sex trafficking case, joining two other judges in denying the public release of material from investigations into the late financier's decades-long sexual abuse of young women and girls.
605 Virtual Hiring Event Happening Today
Jobseekers across South Dakota have a chance to connect with employers during today’s 605 Statewide Virtual Hiring Event, hosted by the Department of Labor and Regulation. The online career fair allows participants to explore job openings, meet with recruiters, and even interview on the spot. Registration is available through the DLR website at dlr.sd.gov.
South Dakota Newspapers Resume Publishing After Sudden Shutdown
Several South Dakota newspapers are back in print following last week’s abrupt shutdown. The Brookings Register, Huron Daily Plainsman, Redfield Press, and Moody County Enterprise are resuming operations under new ownership.
DEA Warns Cartels Targeting Children Through Social Media
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) warns that Mexican drug cartels are increasingly targeting children through social media platforms to sell dangerous and often deadly drugs.
Police Investigate Weekend Shooting in Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls police are investigating a Saturday morning shooting that left a man with non-life-threatening injuries. The victim told officers he was walking near 10th Street and Cleveland Avenue when he was shot.
EBT Card Fraud Cases Continue to Rise in Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls police are seeing more reports of EBT card fraud, with cases rising beyond the 20 initially reported last week. The South Dakota Department of Social Services says it has received around 350 cases linked to skimming devices found at the East Side Walmart and several Dollar General stores.
Avera Awarded $1 Million Federal Grant to Expand Virtual Nursing
Avera has secured a three-year, $1 million USDA grant to expand its virtual nursing program across 28 rural hospitals in South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Iowa. Through the Avera RURAL-UP initiative, advanced telehealth and AI technology will support bedside nurses with patient education, admissions, and discharge processes, allowing more time for direct patient care.
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Yankees become 1st MLB team to hit 9 home runs in a game twice in one season
José Caballero hit two home runs in 86 games with the Tampa Bay Rays this season. The speedy utilityman matched that total in one night Tuesday as the New York Yankees put on quite a power show.
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Aubrey Plaza describes grief over husband Jeff Baena’s death, likens it to an ‘ocean of awfulness’
The actor spoke on the podcast ''Good Hang with Amy Poehler," telling her former "Parks and Recreation" costar in her most detailed public remarks to date that it's been a daily struggle to overcome her grief.
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Sports Roundup: Wednesday 8/20/25
Mitchell Golf The Kernel boys golf team closed out their play in the East/West Invite at the Meadowbrook Golf Course…
Roger and Vicki Musick present $33 million gift to support education in Mitchell
A transformative $33 million donation has been made in the Mitchell community with the explicit goal of elevating local education and making Mitchell an exceptional place to raise a family.
Avera Receives Three-Year Federal Grant to Extend Virtual Nursing
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Avera has received $1 million in funding for the Avera RURAL-UP: Solving Rural Workforce Challenges in the Upper…
Mitchell Approves Dock and Lift Storage Plan During Lake Project
Lake Mitchell residents now have a city-approved option for storing docks and boat lifts during the upcoming dredge project that could close the lake for nearly three years. The Park Board set a one-time $500 storage permit, allowing use of four designated city lots from this fall through spring 2028. Revenue will help fund the restoration, which includes a lake drawdown in 2025 and a two-year dredging starting in 2026.
Discounted State Fair Admission Ends Soon
Time is running out to save on South Dakota State Fair tickets. Daily gate admission is 20% off through August 27 when purchased in advance. The fair runs August 27–September 1 in Huron, featuring entertainment, food, and family fun.
Sioux Falls Council Takes Final Vote on Anti-Encampment Ordinance Today
The Sioux Falls City Council will vote today on a controversial anti-encampment ordinance that would ban tents and makeshift camps in public spaces. Recent amendments add support services and storage options for homeless residents. A final decision is expected at tonight’s council meeting.
DEA Urges Parents to Talk to Kids About Fentanyl Risks
As South Dakota students return to school, the DEA is urging parents to talk with children about the dangers of fentanyl.
