Race honors Sioux Falls mom, supports families
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The scenery at Family Park in Sioux Falls makes it a perfect spot for a run, one reason Rachel Ortman’s family is hosting the 4th annual Rachel’s Race here again this weekend. “We thought it might dwindle a little, but we’ve kind...
4,400 new posts coming back out in Moody County
If you’ve been out and about in Moody County lately, you’ve probably noticed shiny new road signs popping up. For the most part, folks seem pleased. Stop signs that were faded and riddled with bullet holes have finally been replaced. Bridges and other landmarks are better marked. Roads feel a little easier to navigate.
Hungry Hearts fundraiser tops $150,000
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) — Organizers of the Hungry Hearts program say they’re overwhelmed by the amount of money donated to the non-profit during a fundraiser last month at The Barrel House in Sioux Falls. They say the donations topped $150,000, a new record, which will go toward providing free meals for kids in need...
Shoe giveaway impacts several Sioux Falls students
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) — Several kids are putting their best foot forward, thanks to a generous shoe giveaway. “Just to make it an experience for these kids, giving them name-brand, brand new shoes,” Rudy Navarrete said. Navarrete is behind the more than 300 pairs of shoes handed out Wednesday at two Sioux Falls...
Kidnapping suspect also charged with rape
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A Sioux Falls man accused of kidnapping a 13-year-old in Lake County is now charged with rape. A Minnehaha County Grand Jury also indicted 31-year-old Hermon Jermia on one count of contributing to the abuse of a minor. Court documents say Jermia brought the...
Jack Rose Social Club nears opening of downtown location
Jack Rose Social Club is getting closer to opening its second Sioux Falls location. The almost 6,400-square-foot new bar and restaurant will be part of downtown’s The Steel District on the first floor of a building that includes a parking ramp, condos and The District Lofts apartments. That’s considerably...
Lawmakers react to cuts in prison, changes resulting from change in price limit
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Governor’s Office released details regarding the layout of the new prison and where cuts were made to fit the price tag agreed to by the Project Prison Reset Task Force. At the final task force meeting, the firms responsible for constructing...
David’s Bridal to close local store
David’s Bridal in Sioux Falls is closing. The store at 4004 W. 41st St. has started a going-out-of-business sale, offering 50 percent off the ticketed price. The final day will be Oct. 26. Employees referred questions to the company’s headquarters, but it has not replied to an email asking...
What You Didn’t Know About Sioux Falls’ Big Sioux River
From its origins in Summit, SD, to its confluence with the Missouri, here’s everything you didn’t know about the Big Sioux River.
Police presence, snake advice, lunch money
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Good morning. Here’s the latest in news and weather for Thursday, Sept. 11, with KELOLAND On The Go. As the Rapid City Police Department investigates the city’s latest homicide, officers are also increasing their visibility in the neighborhood where it happened. A Fulda, Minnesota, mom...