WASHINGTON, D.C.(KELO)- State investment managers should be free to pull investments from foreign adversaries. That’s the gist of a bill introduced by Congressman Dusty Johnson, and supported by Governor Kristi Noem. Investment managers are required by federal law to invest for the best returns. Johnson says that makes sense, except in cases where the investments… Read more »
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Mid-America index lowest in years
OMAHA, N.E.(KELO)- There’s a flashing light ahead on the regional economy…and it says recession. That’s the latest reading from Creighton University’s Mid-America Manufacturing Index. Creighton Economist Ernie Goss says it’s been a few years since we’ve seen readings like this. Goss expects the lower performance in manufacturing will spill over into the rest of the… Read more »
South Dakota Volunteer Fire Departments receive $5 Million in Grant Funding
PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – 251 South Dakota volunteer fire departments from across the state have been awarded grants totaling $5 million in funding for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Earlier this year, the South Dakota Legislature passed and Governor Noem signed HB1127 appropriating state general funds to the Department of Public Safety creating the grant program… Read more »
City of Sioux Falls reminds citizens to prepare for snow
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – No snow on the ground now…but Sioux Falls officials want you to be ready when the flakes begin to fall. Several city officials are laying out snow removal plans – and requirements. Hansen says now is the time to check on which snow district you live in…and make your plans… Read more »
Senator John Thune sounding alarm over southern border
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – It’s a problem that seems to get worse every month. Senator John Thune is sounding the alarm again over the crisis at our southern border. We have just completed our third straight record-breaking year of illegal immigration. On top of that, Thune says last month there was an average of… Read more »
Title IX violations creating havoc for the Sioux Falls School District
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – More fallout for the Sioux Falls School District on sports activities. The district is now limiting boys’ activities to address concerns about Title IX violations. Parent Angie Allen is part of the group that filed suit to block the board from dropping gymnastics because of budget problems… Parent Greg Gobel… Read more »
Update on search in Beadle County
HURON, S.D. (KELOLAND) — Law enforcement has left an area along the James River northeast of Huron. A neighbor who lives nearby tells KELOLAND News the team of searchers is gone, and the road leading up to the area appears to be back open. At this time Wednesday, crews were using boats and had set… Read more »
Chad Madsen named Parademic of the Year by South Dakota Emergency Medical Services Association
WEBSTER, S.D.(KXLG)- Chad Madsen, Director of the Day County Ambulance Service in Webster, has been named the Paramedic of the Year by the South Dakota Emergency Medical Services Association. His excellence in patient care, advocacy, professionalism, and continuous commitment to professional education earned him the honor. The association said that his dedication to patients and… Read more »
Pierre politicos form coalition to find middle ground on carbon pipelines
PIERRE, S.D.(The Dakota Scout)- Two seasoned South Dakota politicos on the opposite sides of the carbon dioxide pipeline debate are joining forces to attempt to find a path forward for an ethanol industry need. Jason Glodt and Rob Skjonsberg, both of Pierre, announced Nov. 30 the formation of the South Dakota Ag Alliance, a nonprofit organization… Read more »
Brown County volunteer recognized by the South Dakota Farmers Union
HURON, S.D.(Press Release)- Educating youth is something Margaret Sumption has been passionate about most of her life. “I have always enjoyed kids, and as a teacher I found that they are generally happy and certainly every day is different,” Sumption explains. Sumption was recognized by South Dakota Farmers Union for her service to rural youth… Read more »