Seniors celebrating graduation at Brookings-area high schools
BROOKINGS — Graduation season is a special time of the year when we celebrate the accomplishments of our high school students and wish them well as...
May 15, 2026Open source
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Trout Extravaganza catching on again in Brookings
BROOKINGS — If you’re a youngster with a hankering for fishing — or want to learn to fish — then make plans check out the Trout Extravaganza ...
May 15, 2026Open source
Someone You Should Know: First lady of Brookings
Mildred K. Hugghins is this week's "Someone You Should Know."
May 6, 2026Open source
Brookings 6th Street water tower to be demolished
Brookings Municipal Utilities has announced that the 6th Street Water Tower in Brookings will be demolished next week.
May 6, 2026Open source
One arrested following false report of shots fired in Brookings County
The Brookings County Sheriff’s Office said one person has been arrested following a false report of shots fired.
May 3, 2026Open source
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Graduate profile: Sioux Valley’s Michaela Gerasch hopes Guard, CPA degree add up to success
VOLGA — Sioux Valley graduate Michaela Gerasch has a way with numbers and she is hoping that will lead her to a successful career.
May 15, 2026Open source
South Dakota ranks poorly in US for Native American health
The health disparity between Native American and white South Dakotans is among the largest racial or ethnic health gaps in the nation, according to a...
May 12, 2026Open source
From the Garden: Show patriotism with container gardens
Add some red, white and blue to your gardens and containers in celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States. When designing your plantings ...
May 8, 2026Open source
Report details wide disparity between Native American and white health in South Dakota
The health disparity between Native American and white South Dakotans is among the largest racial or ethnic health gaps in the nation.
May 7, 2026Open source
Red, white, & back again: 4th of July parade revival for America’s 250th
The Sioux Falls Independence Day Parade is returning after years away, with organizers launching a new fundraising campaign, the 250 for 250 Club, to help en...
May 15, 2026Open source
Do you support building a new $400 million ballroom for the White House?
Saturday nites events proves up the need for secure place for these events. But since it’s Trumps idea the demoncrats act like spoiled brats.
May 2, 2026Open source
Guebert: Worse and more of it
Real estate developers — a former one works in the Oval Office, remember — have long seen USDA's 10-square mile Maryland research center as a valuable pr...
May 12, 2026Open source
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Graduate profile: Arlington’s Jake Burns plans career in irrigation business
ARLINGTON — For Arlington High School graduate Jake Burns, keeping the water flowing is in his immediate future.
May 15, 2026Open source
Graduate profile: Deubrook’s Neely Gustad excels in service, leadership and planning a bright future
BUSHNELL — “It will give me a head start in life, some work experience and I’ll get some travel experience,” Deubrook High School senior, and...
May 15, 2026Open source
Eye on the Sky: Summer severe weather season is here
The grass is starting to grow, and the severe weather is starting to get near us. We have had a little rain in areas, but the ground is still dry. It...
May 15, 2026Open source
From CPR to childbirth: How a Metro dispatcher changed 2 families forever
A Sioux Falls Metro dispatcher is being recognized after helping save a cardiac arrest victim and guiding a local mom through delivering her own premature ba...
May 16, 2026Open source
Sioux Falls Parks & Rec plants 23,000 flowers
More than 23,000 new flowers are popping up at Sioux Falls parks this week!
May 15, 2026Open source
Name released in Hutchinson County fatal crash
The name of a Bridgewater, South Dakota woman who died in a car vs. semi crash has been released.
May 15, 2026Open source
City, YPD Laud YHS Students For Work On Training House
Some young builders from Yankton High School were recognized at Monday night’s Yankton City Commission meeting.
May 12, 2026Open source
USD: At Commencement, Tuve Urges Grads To ‘Give Back’
VERMILLION — Susan Tuve told graduates of the University of South Dakota Saturday that her education at the Vermillion campus helped her advance in her car...
May 12, 2026Open source
Decision 2026: Auch Sets Sights On County Post
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first in a series of profiles on the Republican candidates for Yankton County Commission. The primary election day is June 2. Ea...
May 12, 2026Open source
Uncertainty at U.S. Forest Service and on America’s public lands
The U.S. Forest Service is reorganizing. The federal agency will move their headquarters from Washington D.C. to Salt Lake City, closing over 50 research sta...
May 12, 2026Open source
Tea Area takes down Kernel softball
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May 12, 2026Open source
Students, community are who we serve, says board while lauding success of multiple groups
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May 12, 2026Open source
Harrisburg, Brandon Valley claim top seeds for Class A state high school baseball postseason
The postseason is now set for the South Dakota High School Baseball Association’s Class A bracket, which will begin on Friday, May 15.
May 11, 2026Open source
Dakota Wesleyan graduates urged to challenge themselves, apply school values to life after college
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May 10, 2026Open source
Summit League softball: Coyotes beat Jacks, will face Omaha in championship
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May 9, 2026Open source
4 big water projects underway in South Dakota
VERMILLION — In a wooded site along the west shore of the Missouri River, an engineering marvel was taking shape one afternoon in March that will eventuall...
May 8, 2026Open source
Elk wander to East River, and the state responds with unlimited hunting licenses
PIERRE — Elk hunters in South Dakota will have more opportunities in Custer State Park and east of the Missouri River after a legislative committee approve...
May 8, 2026Open source
Goehner joins Hall of Fame at Howard Wood Dakota Relays
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May 6, 2026Open source
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Brookings is in Brookings County, South Dakota.
Region: Eastern South Dakota
ZIP Codes
57006, 57007
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Dell Rapids High School celebrates test score improvements
Juniors at Dell Rapids High School had a celebration thrown for them on Friday, as the class made improvements in statewide and ACT testing.
May 16, 2026Open source
From CPR to childbirth: How a Metro dispatcher changed 2 families forever
A Sioux Falls Metro dispatcher is being recognized after helping save a cardiac arrest victim and guiding a local mom through delivering her own premature ba...
May 16, 2026Open source
Families reflect on bittersweet last day of Christ the King Elementary
After a long saga of disagreement from parents and attempts to save it, Christ the King Elementary closed its doors after a tough last day of school.
May 16, 2026Open source
Parkston senior builds future in electrical work through Build Dakota Scholarship
Hands-on experience and financial goals shape Hayden Mette’s path toward a career in electrical construction
May 15, 2026Open source
Authorities identify driver killed in Highway 44 crash northwest of Freeman
A Bridgewater woman died and an Armour man was not injured in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning in Hutchinson County
May 15, 2026Open source
South Dakota State volleyball releases 2026 schedule
Jackrabbits will be pursuing third consecutive NCAA tournament berth
May 15, 2026Open source
Graduate profile: Sioux Valley’s Michaela Gerasch hopes Guard, CPA degree add up to success
VOLGA — Sioux Valley graduate Michaela Gerasch has a way with numbers and she is hoping that will lead her to a successful career.
May 15, 2026Open source
Seniors celebrating graduation at Brookings-area high schools
BROOKINGS — Graduation season is a special time of the year when we celebrate the accomplishments of our high school students and wish them well as...
May 15, 2026Open source
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