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April 11, 2025

Pierre celebrates 100th legislative session

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- South Dakota lawmakers past and present will be celebrating the state's 100th legislative session in Pierre on Saturday. The last day of the legislature was March 31st. Lt Governor Tony Venhuizen, who served on the legislative committee that organized the event says it will be a great chance to celebrate [...]

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More than 1,000 SD students gather for science

SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — Kaysen Magee, Keira Briggs and Raegan Taylor are all seniors at Stanley County High School in Fort Pierre, but Friday they were in Sioux Falls at the Sanford Pentagon attending a HOSA-Future Health Professionals conference. "I've been in HOSA since I was a freshman," Briggs said. "I've been the president of [...]

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Free Dental Day

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Nobody likes going to the dentist, but we know it's one of the best ways to keep our teeth and smile looking great. But unfortunately, not all families can afford dental care, and that's why a dental clinic in Sioux Falls is stepping up to help. Saturday, Dakota Dental will [...]

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Noem taking heat for high profile photo ops

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Critics are calling her the 53-year-old Kristi Noem "Ice Barbie" while supporters say she is doing a great job deporting dangerous criminals. Kristi Noem has certainly been visible in her new role as Homeland Security Secretary. Appearing in front of cameras, often dressed in swat or combat gear. Dressing up [...]

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South Dakota’s ag, cultural ties to China

SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) -- China has upped the ante in its trade war with the United States by raising tariffs on goods from the U-S to 125%, starting Saturday. It's in response to President Trump's 145% tariffs on China. But there was a time when trade relations were much more cordial, if not cautious, [...]

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