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WATCH: Kirsten Bernthal Booth reacts to Creighton's NCAA Tournament draw

Creighton volleyball received the sixth overall seed in this year's NCAA Tournament, the highest in program history. The Bluejays (29-2, 20-0) automatically qualified after winning the BIG EAST Tournament Championship for the fifth straight year and the 10th time in the last 11 years.

Fernandes holds off Ali to win GMR&SC Endurance

In changing conditions at the South Dakota Circuit, Adrian Fernandes held on Mohamed Ali in a nail-biting finish to the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club/BM

Aberdeen and Watertown Monuments' company headquarters in Minnesota expands

Sunburst's South Dakota locations include Aberdeen Monument in Aberdeen, Watertown Monument in Watertown and Capital City Monuments in Pierre.

SDSU returns to NCAA Volleyball tournament for first time in 17 years with at-large bid

Jackrabbits will face the eighth seeded Miami Hurricanes on Friday in Lincoln, NE, at 4:30 PM. Team to hold media availability tomorrow.

SD Highway Patrol to conduct sobriety checkpoints in Brown, Codington counties in December

The South Dakota Highway Patrol will have sobriety checkpoints in 15 counties in December. Here's what to know.

DAPL operator says Summit failed to address crossing concerns

The company that oeprates the Dakota Access Pipeline recently argued Summit Carbon Solutions should have conditions on its potential permit after it failed to address concerns surrounding crossings.

Mitchell City Council to revisit medical cannabis dispensary ordinance

The Mitchell City Council is expected Monday, Dec. 2 to revisit its medical cannabis licensing ordinance for a discussion on hours of operation for city-licensed dispensaries. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.

Can you guess Trump's Cabinet picks from their yearbook photos? The MAGA movement's leaders from decades ago

Decades before they became the top brass in the Trump 2.0 White House, they were student council presidents, cheerleaders and basketball players.

Names released in fatal crash near Monroe

Zimmer, of Monroe, died at the scene from his injuries. The driver of the tanker truck, Daniel J. Bannwarth, 52, of Mitchell, was not injured. Both drivers were wearing seat belts. The crash occured at approximately 7:58 a.m. near mile marker 345.

Helpline Center holding several events and volunteer opportunities next month

Isabella Oliver, the volunteer connections manager with Helpline Center, joined Dakota News Now on Saturday to discuss some upcoming chances to volunteer over the Christmas season.

Highway 37 Corridor Study Meeting Slated

The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT), in partnership with Hutchinson County, Davison County, the cities of Mitchell and Parkston, and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will h

Isle of Man company expands US presence with new office in South Dakota

An Isle of Man company has cemented its presence in the USA by opening a new office in South Dakota. The move marks another step in the expansion of the Affinity Group, who already have offices in in Malta and the Cayman Islands.

Processing Wild Game Still A Challenge For SD Hunters

Earlier this year, well before big-game hunting season began in, Josh Clark invested time and money into expanding his wild-game processing capabilities to take advantage of

Q&A: South Dakota Attorney General Talks About Advising Trump Team

Prior to President-elect Donald Trump’s ill-fated choice of Matt Gaetz as his first pick for U.S. attorney general, Trump and his team had been getting advice for several years from

Here’s How Much John Thune, The New Senate Majority Leader, Is Worth

Republicans picked a new leader in the Senate. Unlike the president with whom he’ll be working, John Thune is a career politician.

List: 2024 Mitchell-area all-conference high school volleyball selections

Burke seniors Kailee Frank, Paige Bull, and Ava Sargent were selected to the all-South Central Conference honor squad, as the Cougars led all teams with six all-conference honorees, which include juniors Emmie Hausmann and Kyrie Matucha, and sophomore Emmy Spencer.

South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association holding 76th Annual Convention and Trade Show being held later this month in Pierre

The South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association (SDCA) will host the 76th Annual Convention and Trade Show December 10-11, 2024, at the Ramkota Hotel and Convention Center in Pierre, South Dakota.

Repealing no-fault divorce has so far stalled across the US. Some worry that’ll change under Trump

Married couples across the U.S. have had access to no-fault divorce for more than 50 years, an option many call crucial to supporting domestic abuse victims and key to preventing al

Deep red state is America's surprising abortion hotspot despite overturning of Roe V Wade

The Sunshine State, which narrowly voted down an abortion protection measure this month, recorded the most abortions in the nation in 2022 - the latest year available - with 82,581 recorded.

One Killed In Charles Mix County Crash

A 29-year-old Marty woman died in a single-vehicle crash early Thursday morning six miles south of Wagner in Charles Mix County.

Hobby Lobby, Marshalls & Five Below coming to Yankton, SD

For years, the Yankton Mall has sat mostly empty, but now Hobby Lobby, Marshalls and Five Below will join Dunham’s Sports at the building.

Kernels’ Parker Denne, Hudson Borgan named to Class 11AA all-state football team

MITCHELL — A pair of Mitchell High School seniors earned places on the Class 11AA all-state football honor team, as selected by the South Dakota Football Coaches Association. Representing the Kernels, Parker Denne was picked as a running back, while Hudson Borgan received one of the two all-purpose athlete spots.

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital earns highest safety grade in South Dakota

Rapid City Hospital earned a B grade in the Leapfrog Group's fall 2024 Hospital Safety Grade. Rapid City was the only hospital in the state to receive a B.

‘Multiple significant crashes’ closes I-90 in Pennington Co.

Authorities in western South Dakota are assisting with traffic control on Interstate 90. The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office says there have been multiple

State employee organization reacts to Noem’s executive order

Gov. Kristi Noem signed an executive order Monday where all state employees and supervisors to complete a training program, covering legal and ethical standards.

South Dakota legislative committees announced

PIERRE, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Newly-elected legislators have been assigned committees as they prepare for the 2025-2026 legislative term. Senator-elect Chris Karr, President Pro Tem-elect of the South Dakota Senate, announced Senate member assignments for legislative and interim committees for the 2025-2026 legislative term.

Guest Opinion: South Dakota’s place in Indigenous history

This moment was nothing short of historic, and South Dakota played an important role. Do political discussions have a place at Thanksgiving table? Episode 169: As families prepare to gather for Thanksgiving,

Active case of tuberculosis detected at Lakeville South High School

Health officials didn't state whether it was a student or staff member, but added there's no further risk of exposure at the school.

SD cowgirl gears up for Miss Rodeo America competition

You’ve probably heard of Miss America, Miss South Dakota, and even your local Snow Queen pageant. However, one pageant title comes with a cowgirl hat. While Callie

SDSU Extension To Host CAFO Training

There will be an environmental training session for operators of concentrated animal feeding operations on Dec. 4, 2024, at the Crossroads Convention Center in Huron.

Rapid City’s Monument Health hospital ranked best for safety in South Dakota

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Leapfrog group released its Fall 2024 Hospital Safety Grade and Monument Health’s Rapid City hospital took top honors in the Mount Rushmore state.

USD Rolls Past Randall

The South Dakota Coyotes enjoyed their Thanksgiving feast early, as they routed the Randall University Saints, 112-50 on Monday night in Vermillion.

Bruns' 20 help South Dakota take down Randall 112-50

VERMILLION, S.D. (AP) — Paul Bruns had 20 points in South Dakota's 112-50 win over Randall of the National Christian College Athletic Association on Monday.

All-state volleyball squads announced for Class AA, A and B

STATE AA VOLLEYBALL: Harrisburg completes perfect season with third-straight state AA volleyball championship Repeat Selections — 2023: Meister, Zachariasen, Thury, Hermanson and Kirsch, first team; and Samuels, second team. 2022: Meister, second team.

Buchanan scores 28 off the bench, Boise State downs South Dakota State 83-82

Javan Buchanan's 28 points off of the bench led Boise State to an 83-82 victory against South Dakota State on Monday.

Recalled Cheeseburgers Given Highest Risk Level by FDA

Cheeseburgers recalled due to possible listeria could be life-threatening, according to risk classification by the FDA.

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