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10/04/2024

First of all you need to know what a "Snowfighter Roadeo" is. It is a competition that puts South Dakota snowplow drivers through their paces in an effort to make them and our roads safer during the upcoming winter months.

According to the SD Department of Transportation Director of Operations Craig Smith, this event has been going on for over 25 years in cities all over the state including Sioux Falls.

No cowboys, or horses and bulls, just some hardworking snowplow drivers in this event.

10/04/2024

When the two-day shipping makes you anxious.

10/04/2024

Twin Cities scientist Caleb Olson has created what he calls the 'Poopcopter' - the world’s first aerial bound dog doo removal system.

Let a drone take care of the dog logs in your yard

10/04/2024

The latest Diverging Diamond Interchange project along Interstate 90 is about to enter its next phase and that will change how traffic flows in the area.

The changes go into effect October 9

10/04/2024

When Little House on the Prairie premiered on NBC-TV 50 years ago last month (September 11, 1974), it became an instant cultural phenomenon and was on the air for 204 episodes over nine seasons.

This year, in honor of its golden anniversary, some of the surviving stars of the show: Melissa Gilbert (Laura Ingalls Wilder), Alison Arngrim (Nellie Oleson Dalton), Karen Grassle (Caroline Quiner Ingalls), Dean Butler (Almanzo Wilder), Charlotte Stewart (Eva Beadle Simms), and Matthew Labyorteaux (Andrew 'Andy' Garvey) were scheduled to make a series of appearances around the country, including a stop in South Dakota.

But that never happened and now there's a big controversy brewing

Why did the cast pull the plug at the last minute?

10/04/2024

23-year-old Nadia Fleming of Brookings, South Dakota was last seen leaving south on Main Avenue from Jim’s Tap in Brookings. The Brookings Police Department is asking for the community's help with any information they might have about Nadia

23-year-old Nadia Fleming was last seen leaving south on Main Avenue from Jim’s Tap in Brookings

10/04/2024

After being locked down for more than two weeks, the South Dakota State Penitentiary and Jameson Annex have returned to normal operational status.

It began following the discovery of handmade weapons, other items that can be fashioned into or used as weapons, and unauthorized electronic equipment

10/04/2024

The Sioux Falls Skyforce are gearing up for the 2024-25 season, one that includes a lot of new faces, including Head Coach Dan Bisaccio.

The Skyforce finished last season at 22-12 and another playoff appearance, and will now gear up to begin the next chapter beginning in November

The Sioux Falls Skyforce are gearing up for the 2024-25 season, one that includes a lot of new faces, including Head Coach Dan Bisaccio.

10/04/2024

Costco and other retailers across Minnesota, Iowa, and South Dakota are reporting empty shelves as consumers are panic buying toilet paper and other products.

The dock workers' labor dispute could potentially disrupt supply chains, leading to shortages of some household items

Costco and other retailers across Minnesota, Iowa, and South Dakota are reporting empty shelves as consumers are panic buying toilet paper and other products.

10/03/2024

Nothing like a good natural disaster to create a window of opportunity for professional scammers.

That's why South Dakotans are being warned right now to be on the lookout for potential Hurricane Helene scammers attempting to relieve you of your money and personal information

South Dakotans are being warned to watch out for potential Hurricane Helene money donation scams.

10/03/2024

Hy-Vee was recently voted the Number one grocery store in America according to USA Today's 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards. It was also voted America's Best Grocery Store for Produce and ranked as the No. 2 Best Grocery Store for Prepared Food in the nation.

To celebrate its great customers, all the Hy-Vees in Sioux Falls are throwing a Grill Out Appreciation Party from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM this Saturday, October 5

Hy-Vee is thanking its great customers with a free appreciation lunch.

10/03/2024

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10/03/2024

The new four-tier parking garage at the Sioux Falls Regional Airport just opened this week. This project at the Sioux Falls Regional Airport has been coming for a long time for the airport and Sioux Empire travelers

This major milestone goes beyond a parking garage

10/03/2024

In South Dakota, we can vote early at your County Auditor's office until 5:00 PM the day before the election

LEARN MORE: https://hot1047.com/vote-early-south-dakota/

10/03/2024

Trick-or-treaters and parents alike have come to dread certain confections that often end up at the bottom of the candy bucket.

What's the worst Halloween candy?

Read More: https://hot1047.com/ixp/485/p/top-10-worst-halloween-candy-in-minnesota-iowa-and-south-dakota/

10/03/2024

When the South Dakota weather turns cold, it's soup weather. I made a big pot of chili in my Instant Pot because let's face it, there is no such thing as a "small" pot of chili.

When I was a kid, we had chili a lot at my house because my dad loved chili. We weren't fancy. We didn't put cheese or any fixings on our chili and we ate it with saltine crackers, but never a cinnamon roll

I've been hearing a lot about cinnamon rolls and chili lately. Apparently, this is a thing. I had to find the origin behind this unlikely combination.

10/02/2024

Sioux Falls received some good news on crime recently, violent crime rates have dipped slightly in the city, while other crime numbers have either remained steady or ticked up slightly over the past year:

Sioux Falls just finished releasing its latest crime statistics update, and the city had a few positive stats to share with the public.

10/02/2024

Like many who will be taking to the fields, blinds, and stands this hunting season it's important that your equipment is in perfect condition, you should be too.

After reaching out to expert fitness trainer Corey Howard at Results Personal Training, he offered these 5 steps for those of us who've spent too much time on the sofa and not enough time working out

Like many who will be taking to the fields, blinds, and stands this hunting season it's important that your equipment is in perfect condition, you should be too.

10/02/2024

South Dakota winters can be brutally cold, especially for people who don't have warm coats and accessories. With temperatures often plummeting below freezing and wind chills making it feel even colder, proper winter gear is essential for safety and comfort.

That is why Dakota News Now along with Billion Auto, Avera, and Sioux Laundry are teaming up with the Salvation Army to collect these items for people in need

Help keep South Dakota residents warm this winter by participating in this long-standing community clothing drive.

10/02/2024

A dad is being praised for his unthinkable trek to make his daughter's wedding as flood waters continued to rise in the southeastern part of the U.S. last week.

David Jones was only expecting to drive two hours from Boiling Springs, South Carolina to attend his daughter Elizabeth's wedding the following day in Johnson City, Tennessee. But Jones barely made it across the Tennessee state line before learning he would need to make other plans

Nothing was going to stop him from walking his daughter down the aisle.

10/02/2024

We recently went to Lambeau Field for the first time. I wasn't sure what to expect, and I was genuinely surprised.

10/02/2024

When saving money turns into a 'Wait, how did I end up with kale chips and frozen lasagna?' moment.

10/02/2024

The Sioux Falls Zombie Walk will be missing one important thing in 2024...The walk.

Organizers are having to scale back plans for the parade portion of the October 26 gathering:

FULL STORY: https://hot1047.com/ixp/486/p/parade-plans-scrapped-for-2024-sioux-falls-zombie-walk/

10/02/2024

Senior year is certainly something to celebrate. And as you approach graduation you'll be sending out graduation announcements to friends and family. You'll probably get back money and gifts. But what if you were to also get stuff from your favorite restaurants and stores? That'd be pretty sweet!

Graduating soon? There's a way you can get free swag from some of your favorite brands.

10/02/2024

Starting October 8, the westbound off-ramp from I-90 to I-29 in Sioux Falls (Exit 396A) will be closed to traffic because of road work in the area, which includes grading and surfacing of the off-ramp for widening

It'll be off limits for a week