Sioux Falls kid headed for National Spelling Bee
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A 5th-grade student from Sioux Falls is now headed for the Spelling Bee Nationals after claiming the 2026 South Dakota State Spelling Bee earlier this month. “I was like, okay, I passed the first round. Let’s see how I do in the second,” State Spelling Bee winner Oscar Quezada said. […]
Jury: Dylan Farmer not guilty on both counts
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The jury has found Dylan Farmer not guilty of both charges. Dylan Farmer was accused of first and second degree murder in the 2024 death of Casey Shaffer in Sioux Falls. His murder trial lasted eight days at the Minnehaha County Courthouse. Reporter Dan Santella was in the courtroom to […]
Step into spring with immersive, transformed greenhouse experience
This piece is sponsored by Landscape Garden Centers. Leave winter at the door when you enter a first-of-its-kind immersive indoor park at Landscape Garden Centers. The greenhouses at 47238 271st St. have been transformed into a lush, sensory escape — open for three days only. The Outdoor Edit will...
Mash Madness Returns to Downtown Sioux Falls for 10th Year
Get ready to raise a glass as the 10th Annual Mash Madness takes over Downtown Sioux Falls throughout the entire month of March 2026. This beloved drink competition has become a cornerstone of the city's vibrant beverage scene, showcasing the creativity and skill of local establishments. From March 1st through...
Sioux Falls mayor pushes to stabilize The Link before end of term
City of Sioux Falls leaders say the future of The Link Community Triage Center , the city’s behavioral health center, will hinge on new leadership, stronger funding and continued community support as the demand for services keeps climbing. During the weekly One Sioux Falls Media Briefing on Wednesday, Feb. 18 , Mayor...
What Could Replace the Smithfield Plant in Sioux Falls? Here’s What Locals Want
As Smithfield leaves its downtown Sioux Falls site, locals weigh in on parks, housing, stadiums, and redevelopment near Falls Park.
Friends of the Big Sioux see benefits to Smithfield’s move
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) — A local environmental group is applauding Smithfield Foods’ move from the east side of Sioux Falls. The Friends of the Big Sioux River have been longtime advocates for improving water quality of the river. Members of the non-profit see the pork plant’s move to Foundation Park as opening more...
Small towns, big flavor: 605 Rural Burger Battle in full swing
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - If you’re sad that the Sioux Falls Burger Battle is over, there’s another competition happening right outside of the city, with ten businesses competing. This is the second year of the 605 Rural Burger Battle, and the ten restaurants featured are...
Sioux Falls parks to remove trees due to emerald ash borer
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Several ash trees along the Big Sioux River and Yankton Trail Park will be removed due to the emerald ash tree borer infestation. Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation says the removal of the trees is part of a proactive emerald ash tree borer management plan. City staff have marked trees […]
What was Smithfield like for former employees?
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) —While now they’re retired, a few years ago these men used to work at Smithfield, previously known as John Morrell. “We first started working there because the money was great. You know, you look at the economy back when I started in 1973 and minimum wage was $1.90, and we were making $4.75,”...
