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Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Politics
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‘Inside the Newsroom' to air on KELOLAND+
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — There's a new way to see a glimpse inside the newsroom at KELOLAND News. What to know about SF protests set for this weekend KELOLAND Media Group is launching a new show called 'Inside the Newsroom' that will share insights from reporters on recent stories and bring a discussion of how our team works together to bring top-notch coverage of local news in KELOLAND. The half-hour show comes from a brand-new digital desk that will bring a new view of KELOLAND to viewers. Inside the Newsroom is hosted by KELOLAND's Maddie Paul and will air five days a week at 1 p.m. CST, starting Monday, June 16 on KELOLAND+. KELOLAND+ is only available on Roku, Amazon Fire, and Apple TV devices. Some flat screen TVs have those services built in and any TV with an HDMI input can use one of the plug-in version of those services. Some devices retail for less than $30. Q: What's on KELOLAND+? A: All of our newscasts, local programs, and additional programs provided by our parent company Nexstar. Click here for a program schedule. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Sport
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Flashback Friday: Racing on the Big Sioux
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) —It's beginning to feel like Summer around much of KELOLAND this week with our temperatures hitting the eighties almost daily. The heat will have many families hitting the water this weekend in a number of ways. In this week's Flashback Friday, Bobbi Lower takes us back to 1982 for some friendly competition between boaters on the Big Sioux River. The river proved to be a bit easier for the canoeist than those on rafts. Even the best of the bunch had to get off and push part of the way. 'Yeah there was right at the beginning and every place after that we were kind of lucky ours went over the top so we could just paddle along.' While the participants in some regattas trained for months before the race, most of the big Sioux contestants were lucky if they got together the day before. 'Spent probably four and a half minutes at the other end and that was it.''A lot of Practice huh?''We did it last year, we thought we were still in shape.''Were ya?''Pretty fair, pretty fair.' Although the race seems simple enough its hard work.'Well yeah it looks easier on the side of the bank, from their viewpoint I'm sure it is.''What's so hard about it?''Well mostly pace yourself and you usually pace yourself for about half a mile and it ends up to be three.' The Egge's pacing must not have been too far off, they came in first. They say the secret is a fast raft, good crew, and a desire to win. Bobbi Lower, KELOLAND News. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
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What to know about SF protests set for this weekend
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls Police are preparing for crowds this weekend. Three events are expected to draw people downtown right around the same time. Whether you are interested in getting involved or you want to avoid the extra traffic, KELOLAND News Intern Kyla Andvik has everything you need to know. Damage in Sibley, IA after near 70 mph winds From celebrations to protests, it's shaping up to a busy Saturday in central Sioux Falls. It all starts at 10 o'clock when the pride parade marches down 8th Street. The Festival of Cultures will begin at 10:30 and will continue until 5:30 at the Levitt at the Falls. Police say if you don't want to join the celebrations, you'll want to avoid the area. 'There could be an impact on traffic if people are driving downtown, the roads are usually marked really well. Find alternate routes, but just to let people know if they're going to be downtown during that time, there may be some delays,' said Sam Clemens, Public Information Officer. You may also want to avoid a stretch of Minnesota Avenue. Protestors are expected to line the road between 6th and 8th streets from 11 am until 2 pm. 'Sounds like the organizers are anticipating quite a few people there. Maybe a thousand people or so. They've been really good about working with us, and we've developed a plan with them,' said Clemens. With so many events in a small area, police will be ready to respond to any problems. 'Most of these things go off without a hitch, and we really don't have any need to, there's really no need for police to be there. But we do have officers that monitor different situations just to make sure that everybody's safe,' said Clemens. In addition the Pride Parade, there will also be a festival at noon at Yankton Trail Park. Saturday's protest coincides with the Army's 250th anniversary parade in Washington D.C. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Politics
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Venhuizen asks Rhoden to delay prison special session date
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A decision on what will replace the South Dakota State Penitentiary may not happen in July during a special session as Gov. Larry Rhoden requested earlier this year. 'Jane Doe' shares her name, story of sexual trauma Lt. Governor Tony Venhuizen and the chair of Project Prison Reset task force sent a letter to Rhoden asking him to consider delaying the target date of July 22 for a legislative special session on the task force's recommendations. 'Even if the task force is able to adopt a specific proposal on July 8, we do not feel that two weeks provides adequate time for a final proposal to be completed with adequate detail, and for state legislators to learn about that proposal prior to the special session,' Venhuizen wrote. You can view the full letter attached below. 6-9-25-Project-Prison-Reset-Task-Force-Ltr-to-GovDownload At a June meeting, the task force asked for specific building recommendations for possible State Pen replacements. The task force wants options to build 1,500 to 1,700 beds at a maximum cost of $600 million located at existing Department of Corrections facilities or at proposed locations in Worthing or Mitchell. The state has previously spent more than $50 million in land purchase and design costs for a new men's prison in rural Lincoln County at a site that has now been officially rejected by the task force. The current State Penitentiary is more than 140 years old and predates South Dakota statehood. The task force has unanimously supported a motion finding the State Penitentiary should be replaced. 'The task force understands the urgency in making a final decision, so we do not make thisrequest lightly, and we would hope that a special session would be held as soon as isreasonably possible,' Venhuizen wrote. This is a developing story. Stay with KELOLAND News for more reaction and updates online and on-air. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Climate
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Could flooding be an issue with the rain this week?
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The rain and floods of June 2024 were historic for South Dakota. One year later, as KELOLAND heads into a week of consistent rain showers and thunderstorms, meteorologist Brian Karstens clears the air about flood concerns. Karstens said the June 2024 rainfall was 'blockbuster' rain. Back then, Karstens said the KELOLAND area saw flooding in the third week of June, bringing damage and clean-up efforts to many communities. According to a KELOLAND 2024 weather recap, many of these flooded communities, like Rock Valley and McCook Lake, saw 12-18 inches of rainfall just from June 20-22. TenHaken wants drivers to 'feel the urge to zipper merge' But one year later, we're not looking at that much rain, Karstens said. But he cautions the possibility of local flash flooding, due to the amount of water vapor in the atmosphere. 'Basically, you look at the parameters and how the water stacked in the air, and it's going up,' Karstens said. 'It definitely goes up normally this time of year. We expect into mid-June that you're going to just start to see that rich humidity making its presence known, so always be aware of that.' Karstens said to always take flash flood warnings seriously. 'If we do get some downpours tonight, even tomorrow, even next week, I think that's just a general thing to think about as we get into the forecast,' Karstens said. The KELOLAND meteorologists update the KELOLAND Weather website daily, including a weather alert section for all weather-related watches and warnings. Follow KELOLAND News for coverage each day and use our KELOLAND News app. Stay informed about the weather with our KELOLAND Storm Tracker App. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
