4 Popular Bars and Taverns Closing in South Dakota in March 2026
From the loss of a downtown Sioux Falls distillery hub to the retirement of legendary barbecue pitmasters, here is the state of the South Dakota tavern landscape in March 2026. The Major Closures: March 2026. The transition from winter to spring has been marked by a significant "changing of the...
‘Back to the old-school Hy-Vee’: Grocer recalibrates with new twists on proven model
“Free bananas for children,” the sign reads in front of the Hy-Vee produce display. “Please take one!”. Stop by the deli and kids are given a free slice of cheese. At the bakery, a free cookie is waiting. In the floral department, there’s a free balloon. The...
The Mystery of the African Lions in a Sioux Falls Garage
Last week, a Mountain Lion made a surprise appearance in downtown Sioux Falls, sparking memories of two beloved lions that once roamed the city streets.
‘It’s all I know’: Top Hat bartender, customer reminisce
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Since the 1950s, Top Hat has served customers from its downtown Sioux Falls location. But next year, that may not be the case. For a customer who has been a regular at the bar for a decade, the news came as a shock. “Absolutely devastating,” Jesse Schanzenbach, a regular at […]
Three area teams reach Fab Four in NAIA Tournament
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The semifinal round of the Women’s NAIA National Tournament is set to be played Monday with three of the four teams from nearby. Dordt was the top-seed in their bracket and they’ll meet three-seed Dakota State in the first semifinal Monday. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. The two teams […]
🧑💼 Multiple HR Openings in Minnehaha County – $25/hr+ & Remote Options
The HR job scene in Minnehaha County is buzzing this month, with several solid roles for people who love helping teams grow and stay compliant. Whether you want to work in an office or from home, there’s something here for you.
El Riad Shrine Circus Is Coming Back To Sioux Falls!
This long-standing community favorite promises a weekend filled with high-flying thrills, clowns, and unforgettable memories for the whole family.
Sioux Falls woman arrested for OWI after crash near Hawarden
A Sioux Falls woman was taken to a hospital and later arrested following a single-vehicle crash near Hawarden Thursday night. The Sioux County Sheriff’s Office says the crash happened a few minutes before 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 19th, about two miles northeast of Hawarden on 420th Street. Authorities...
South Dakota Weather Alert: Sioux Falls, Rapid City April 1-5 Brings Heavy Rain, Flooding...
Sioux Falls, South Dakota – A broad Northern Plains rain pattern is set to intensify by Wednesday morning, bringing repeated rounds of rain and slower travel across South Dakota through the end of the workweek. According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, South Dakota is in a...
Top Hat Bar owners allege neighboring church may be to blame for closure
A staple Sioux Falls dive, Top Hat Bar, announced that it will close its doors at the end of the year but owners are already in the process of reopening at a different location, according to a March 10, 2026, Facebook post . The post relayed that its building lease will not be renewed, forcing the business to close...
