44-year-old state prison inmate dies in custody
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A 44-year-old state prison inmate has died. The South Dakota Department of Corrections (SDDOC) said Shane Osterkamp died Friday, Nov. 14, in a comfort care setting at the Mike Durfee State Prison in Springfield. The SDDOC did not release the cause of death. Osterkamp was serving a sentence...
Sioux Falls School District weighs closure of Renberg Elementary School
The Sioux Falls School District is exploring options for the future of Renberg Elementary School, including potential closure. Renberg Elementary School was recently affected by a boundary change that drove dozens of students from its neighborhood to a new elementary school, Marcella LeBeau, which opened in August....
Striking gold at the Old Courthouse Museum
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) — The newest exhibit at the Old Courthouse Museum in downtown Sioux Falls looks back on how South Dakotans celebrated important milestones. It’s called Parades, Picnics and Pageants. One display in the exhibit goes back to a ‘golden age’ of state history. North Carolina college professor...
6 Secondhand Shops in South Dakota Where Bargain Hunters Always Leave with Full Bags
South Dakota is a treasure trove for bargain hunters. Forget the big-box stores—some of the best finds are hidden in small-town thrift shops, where every shelf holds potential and every corner sparks curiosity. Whether you’re on a road trip or local, these six secondhand shops deliver the ultimate thrill: full bags,...
6 Vintage Stores in South Dakota That Surprise Visitors with Shelves Full of Character
South Dakota is home to a remarkable selection of vintage stores that offer a variety of unique and nostalgic treasures. From clothing to collectibles, these shops are filled with character and history. Each store provides a distinctive shopping experience, perfect for those looking to uncover hidden gems from the...
Lessons in Navigating Uncertainty from a Frontline Physician
Benson Hsu has dedicated his leadership to transforming how healthcare systems respond to crisis and inequity, ensuring that no community is left behind in the pursuit of health. “One of the biggest mistakes that we made as a physician community during COVID is our absolute certainty on some of the...
Storm Center PM Update: Cooling Down Into the Weekend
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — We had another boost in our temperatures today in KELOLAND and it brought new record highs for many of us. As of 3:30 PM CST, Sioux Falls is just sitting 1 degree short of their record and if they can get it, it will replace the one set back all […]
Saturday Boredom Busters: November 15th
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) –You’re invited to the Grand Opening of the new interactive exhibit, Space Explorers: Mission Infinity. It’s taking place in the Kirby Science Discovery Center of the Washington Pavilion from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Activities include building and launching your own rocket at Mission Control, seeing...
Bounce Back with Corneal Hysteresis
How effective is corneal hysteresis (CH) in assessing keratoconus (KC) patients for glaucoma? Ultimately, how is this information helpful in diagnosing glaucoma?. “CH alone does not provide sufficient diagnostic value for glaucoma in patients with KC,” Gabrielle Anderson, OD, a resident at Vance Thompson Vision in...
DOT Taking Comments On 2027 Highway 9 Work Near Rock Rapids
Rock Rapids, Iowa — The Iowa Department of Transportation is taking public comment on plans to replace a culvert on Highway 9 about two miles east of Rock Rapids, or about 1.4 miles west of Lyon County Road K60. Officials with the District 3 Iowa DOT office in Sioux...
