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Interstate 90 bridge project begins July 10 in Sioux Falls
South Dakota Department of Transportation SIOUX FALLS — On July 10, work will begin on the Interstate 90 westbound structure over Interstate 29. Traffic control will be put into place to allow for a two-way traffic configuration on eastbound I-90...

Husker volleyball's Rebekah Allick signs fans' truck, shirts, and more during meet and greet in South Dakota
Husker volleyball's Rebekah Allick hosts meet and greet in South Dakota THE 12TH BEFORE THE HOUSTON CHRISTIAN GAME. WELL, IT’S NOT EVERY DAY A HUSKER VOLLEYBALL PLAYER HAS A MEET AND GREET OUT IN SOUTH DAKOTA, BUT THAT’S EXACTLY WHERE YOU CAN FIND...

Sioux Falls Street Closures: 41st, 49th, 57th Streets & Minnesota
Multiple construction projects will impact traffic across Sioux Falls this week. Drivers should plan for delays and consider alternate routes. 41st Street - Eastbound Lane Closure When: Starting Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. Location:...

Does South Dakota have a lot of drunken driving?
By Michael KlinskiSouth Dakota News Watch Yes South Dakota ranks at or near the top nationwide for driving under the influence arrests per capita, according to multiple sources from the past few years. A report compiled by Forbes ranked the state...

ICYMI: Listen to Kalen DeBoer's Interview on ESPN Sioux Falls!
South Dakota native and Alabama Crimson Tide Head Football Coach Kalen DeBoer will be in Sioux Falls this week for Sanford Sports Night at the Sanford Pentagon. He joined Overtime with Bert Remien on Wednesday to talk about his offseason, his...
Emerald Ash Borer spreading throughout southeastern South Dakota
Beresford resident working hard to fight the invasive insect Riva Sharples | NCP Editor If you own an ash tree of any type, there is a dangerous pest you should know about: the emerald ash borer.The invasive species, which arrived in Michigan in...

New northeastern Sioux Falls prison estimated to cost $725M
South Dakota's Project Prison Reset task force recommended a $650 million budget for a new men's prison in Sioux Falls, despite expert estimates of $725 million. Two potential sites near Interstate 229 were chosen, with the final decision left to...

Woman arrested for Attempted Murder after Assault at Rapid City Church
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A woman was arrested Tuesday afternoon after police say she attacked and attempted to strangle an employee during a meeting at Destiny Foursquare Church. Officers were called to the church, located at 1001 E. Philadelphia...

He's Back! Fan-Favorite Daly Commits to Sioux Falls Sanford Intl
John Daly will be back in Sioux Falls this Fall to take place in the Sanford International, as the two-time major winner headlines the latest commitments to the tournament this week. Daly is joined by Angel Cabrera and Ken Duke as the latest...

Analysis: How the One Big Beautiful Bill might impact South Dakota
This interview originally aired on "In the Moment" on SDPB Radio. On July 4, President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill into law. The budget package reshapes federal policy and implements the president's domestic agenda. Our Dakota...

The Surprising Missing Link In Sioux Falls' Dining Scene
When it comes to having your food options covered, the Sioux Falls dining scene pretty much has it all. With one exception. Fast Food Favorites Technomic recently dropped its list for the Most Popular Restaurant Chains in America, and nine of the...

Charges dismissed for South Dakota man accused of sexually exploiting a minor
NORTH SIOUX CITY, S.D. (KTIV) - The charges for a North Sioux City man were dismissed by the state. The five charges filed against Matthew Vanderpool of North Sioux City were dismissed, according to court documents. Matt Vanderpool(KTIV)According...

Fastest Run Across South Dakota
By Christal Blue July 9, 2025 11:33 am MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) A young woman from Sioux Falls is running across South Dakota, and she’s doing it for a good cause. Hope Grismer will try to cover all 430 miles in less than ten days. She started...

New Salon And Tattoo Studio Opening at the Alliance in Sioux Falls
The South Dakota Heritage Military Alliance does so many great things for the people of Sioux Falls, and not just for the military families that live here in the community. The Alliance, located at 1600 W. Russell Street, is a non-profit...

Bright Start Marks 25 Years of Supporting Moms and Babies in South Dakota
By Christal Blue July 9, 2025 11:31 am MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The South Dakota Department of Health is celebrating 25 years of Bright Start, a home visiting program that’s helped more than 5,000 families since its launch in 1999. Bright...

Former Rapid City Anchor Given Suspended Sentence In Domestic Assault Case
Shad Olson was sentenced last week after pleading no contest to simple assault-domestic violence for an incident that occurred in February 2024. Olson, a former Rapid City anchor, was accused of assaulting a woman at her home in Meade County. He...
Photos: South Dakota Golf Association Junior Tour stops…
Stuart Stein of Watertown places the ball for his son Ethan (9-and-under boys) prior to a tee shot on No. 6 during the South Dakota Golf Association Junior Tour event on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the Prairie Winds Golf Club.Roger Merriam/Public...

South Dakota high school rodeo athletes set to compete at the National Finals
ROCK SPRINGS, WY - It's known as the "World's Largest Rodeo." The National High School Finals Rodeo is set to kick off Sunday in Rock Springs, Wyoming. This year's event features over 1,800 competitors from 43 states, Mexico and Canada. South...

‘Down Home Fab’s’ next project? A ‘prominent’ Sioux Falls figure’s family mansion
Fresh on the heels of “Down Home Fab’s” latest episode on HGTV on July 8, where they took on their first commercial space renovation, Culture Cove retreat center, Sioux Falls’ Chelsea and Cole DeBoer revealed that their next project may just be...

Sioux Falls City Council hears credit card fee proposal, votes on city election date
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Sioux Falls City Council voted on a date for the 2026 regular city election on Tuesday. Voting would take place on June 2 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with the run-off election set for June...