South Dakota Weather Alert: 45–60 MPH Winds and Critical Fire Risk Thursday Afternoon Until...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Sioux Falls, South Dakota – Powerful winds and extremely dry air could create dangerous fire conditions across southeast South Dakota by Thursday afternoon, with gusts strong enough to damage trees and...
A game of chance to help save dogs
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A game of chance is helping a local dog rescue save more animals. Teddy is a three-year-old dachshund. He’s what’s known as a foster fail, fostered and then adopted by Rodger and Cherie Lacy. But Dakota Dachshund Rescue has 58 other dogs currently in foster care, with a number making […]
SF homeless numbers down for the first time in 5 years
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Homelessness in Sioux Falls has decreased for the first time in five years. At the City of Sioux Falls media briefing, Michelle Treasure, the city’s Homelessness Services Coordinator, announced Sioux Falls has seen a decrease in homelessness in 2026. In 2026, there was a total of 605...
The Biggest March Snowfalls in Sioux Falls History
Spring arrives March 20, but Sioux Falls often sees snow well into March and April. Here are the snowiest Marches ever recorded in Sioux Falls history.
South Dakota inmate dies while serving aggravated assault sentence
The South Dakota Department of Corrections has announced the death of Shannon Kilber , formerly of Brown County. Kilber, age 57, died in the medical housing unit at Jameson Prison in Sioux Falls on March 8, according to a release by the South Dakota Department of Corrections. At the time of his death, Kilber was...
Rock Rapids man jailed in suitcase tussle
ROCK RAPIDS—A 21-year-old Rock Rapids man was arrested 1:10 a.m. Monday, March 9, on a charge of first-offense domestic abuse assault. The arrest of Brock Michael Klarenbeek stemmed from an argument with a woman at his residence at 101 N. Congress St. in Rock Rapids, according to the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office.
Brandon to consider lenient signage rules along Interstate 90 corridor
BRANDON, S.D. — Business signage alongside Interstate 90 is increasing in Brandon, leading city officials to begin discussion on how to regulate them. The Brandon City Council unanimously advanced March 2 a new proposal that would regulate the size, location and density of signage along Interstate 90. According to...
Sioux Falls school board cheers lunch bill, criticizes session
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The Sioux Falls School Board praised the passage of a school lunch bill, while expressing frustration with this year’s South Dakota legislative session during Monday’s meeting. Board members spent significant time applauding the passage of a school lunch bill brought again this...
Sioux Falls St. Patrick’s Day Parade Everything You Need To Know
The 46th Annual Sioux Falls St. Patrick's Day Parade is coming up this weekend, so here is everything you need to know to attend the fun event!
Minnehaha County captain qualifies for sheriff’s race ballot
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) -Minnehaha County Capt. Josh Phillips announced Monday that he has officially submitted the required petition signatures to qualify for the race for sheriff. “Turning in our petitions is an important step in this campaign,” said Phillips. “I’m grateful to the many volunteers and...
