WIN BIG Raffle winner pays it forward
The Interlakes Area United Way drew two winners of its annual WIN BIG Raffle at halftime of the Dakota State University Ag Bowl on September 6. The raffle raised $48,800 to support community service programs and non-profit agencies in the area. This year’s raffle featured two prizes: a Cub Cadet...
Sioux Falls man convicted of rape, burglary, assault
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A Sioux Falls man has been convicted on counts of rape, burglary, assault and false imprisonment. According to a press release from the Minnehaha County State’s Attorney’s office, on Monday, , Kevin Dewayne Bass was found guilty on charges of Rape in the Second Degree, Burglary in the First...
2 Sioux Falls men arrested for illegal gun possession
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Two Sioux Falls men are behind bars for being in illegal possession of guns. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Jericho Ladeaux, 32, was sentenced to four years in prison Monday, but pleaded guilty July 17, 2025. Law enforcement stopped Ladeaux on January 9, 2025, when they saw...
Comedian Rob Schneider spotted at two popular Sioux Falls restaurants
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Following his Comedy Show at the Washington Pavilion downtown, Rob Schneider was spotted at two Sioux Falls restaurants last Friday night. A Facebook Post from Chef Lance’s On Phillips writes, “Last Friday night, Rob Schneider and 6 of his friends tried to walk...
Three inmates die in three days at South Dakota State Penitentiary
Three inmates died on three consecutive days at the South Dakota State Penitentiary last week, continuing an uptick in deaths within the state’s prison system. The week began with the Sept. 22 death of 57-year-old Keith McLain in the penitentiary’s Jameson Annex. A news release from the Department of Corrections said...
Kansas woman sentenced for selling meth, fentanyl in SD
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A Kansas woman has been sentenced for distributing meth and fentanyl in South Dakota. In a news release from the U.S. Department of Justice, Amanda Acosta, 43, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Monday. She pleaded guilty on July 17. Acosta was involved with a California-based drug...
Lewis Drug explains the importance of Cancer Screenings
When we think about protecting our health, many of us focus on the medications we take, whether it’s to manage chronic conditions, treat infections, or relieve symptoms. But there’s another equally powerful tool in the fight against disease that often goes under appreciated and that is cancer screenings.
Deadline approaching for free and reduced school lunches
A deadline is approaching for parents wanting to keep their children on free and reduced meal plans.
Drybar to host grand opening event with vendors
This event listing is sponsored by Drybar Sioux Falls. Drybar Sioux Falls is ready to celebrate its return to Sioux Falls under new franchise ownership. The location at Empire Place, 4123 W. 41st St., will hold a grand opening event from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2. “We’re locally...
Government Accountability Board reviews complaints, refers one
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — The South Dakota Government Accountability Board discussed two complaints in executive session during a meeting Monday morning in Sioux Falls. Two items were discussed during the meeting dealing with two complaints, called 2025-4 and 2025-1. The complaint 2025-4 was heard first by the...

















