‘All one in this world’: Christmas at The Banquet
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Wednesday night’s meal at The Banquet in Sioux Falls is going to look a lot like other meals shared on Christmas Eve. “Tonight, we’re serving turkey, ham,” Chris Jacob, volunteer and marketing coordinator at The Banquet, said Wednesday. “We’ve got twice-baked potatoes. Sweet potatoes, I...
Heroes Behind the Badges holiday blood drive continues in Sioux Falls
Donors turned out in full force, thanks in part to mild weather at Blarney Stone Pub and Tinners Restaurant.
Avoid AI-generated scams this holiday
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Scammers are known for their deceptive methods, often convincing their victims into believing something that isn’t true. Now, experts are warning people about their newest approach— using AI to make these scams seem even more realistic. “We are seeing an increase reported to the BBB tracker...
As retirement looms, longtime Journey Group leader leaves legacy of commitment to community
This piece is sponsored by Journey Group. It would be understandable if Randy Knecht looked at Journey Group’s signature projects and recognized them for the construction achievements that they are. But he tends to take it one step further. When Knecht looks at the Avera Prairie Center, for instance,...
Former daycare employee accepts plea deal
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A former daycare employee who was arrested this past May on charges of child abuse has accepted a plea deal from prosecutors. Mia Lopez pled guilty to a charge of contributing to abuse, neglect, or delinquency. The change in plea comes with a...
Someone You Should Know: The Grinch and Cindy Lou Who
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Brian Lester and Alahna Gross first dressed up as The Grinch and his sidekick Cindy Lou Who, five years ago, for a different holiday. “We started doing this as a Halloween costume in 2020,” said Brian. “Our favorite holiday is actually Halloween....
The special gift Sanford newborns get in December
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) —Baby Walker Lichter came into this world this week. “It went really well. And we had a scheduled C-section, and everything went as planned,” Walker’s parents, Maggie and Dave Lichter said. Aside from the eager faces of his parents, he is also being greeted by a very special guest at Sanford....
Future meteorologist gets Christmas wish to tour KELOLAND
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A mother’s special Christmas gift to her son involved the KELOLAND Weather Department. She wanted her 12-year-old to have a chance to see how our meteorologists stay on top of the weather. So she arranged a tour. He is fascinated by the weather, especially severe weather. “2 million...
South Dakota Weather Alert: Sioux Falls Sees December Warmup, Then Freeze Risk by Friday...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. South Dakota — A pale winter sun reflects off damp pavement this morning as mild December air settles across eastern South Dakota. Coats stay unzipped for now, but the calm feel may not last as the region...
Oldham-Ramona-Rutland district vote heads for recount
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Rural Students Real Opportunity’s (RSRO), an organization that brought the petition for the reorganization vote for the Oldham-Ramona-Rutland School District, has filed a memorandum to the recount board stating that they object to the recount board counting the five provisional ballots....

















