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dakotanewsnow.com > 02/06/2026 > local-robotics-teams-shine-first-lego-league-championship

Local robotics teams shine at FIRST LEGO League Championship

Local robotics teams shine at FIRST LEGO League Championship2+ hour, 49+ min ago   (248+ words) SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The South Dakota FIRST LEGO League Challenge State Championship, held in Sioux Falls, will send a local team to Houston for a world championship. The following teams brought home awards from the event: H-BC Brick…...

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dakotanewsnow.com > 02/04/2026 > opening-hearts-homes-why-foster-parents-make-all-difference

Opening Hearts and Homes: Why foster parents make all the difference

Opening Hearts and Homes: Why foster parents make all the difference1+ day, 16+ hour ago   (810+ words) SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - For nearly a decade, Matt and Meredith Kemper have been a beacon of hope for children in need, opening their hearts and home as foster parents. Matt and Meredith Kemper have been fostering children for…...

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dakotanewsnow.com > 01/30/2026 > south-dakota-symphony-orchestra-announces-2026-27-season-performances

South Dakota Symphony Orchestra announces 2026-27 season performances

South Dakota Symphony Orchestra announces 2026-27 season performances1+ week, 3+ hour ago   (320+ words) SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The South Dakota Symphony Orchestra has announced its 105th orchestral season with seven classical programs, premiering in October. Here are the following performances and repertoire for the 2026-27 season: Ravishing Rhapsodies: Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026: Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2, Liszt…...

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dakotanewsnow.com > 01/28/2026 > sd-dept-health-notifies-parents-potential-measles-exposure-milbank-elementary

SD Dept. of Health notifies parents of potential measles exposure at Milbank Elementary

SD Dept. of Health notifies parents of potential measles exposure at Milbank Elementary1+ week, 2+ day ago   (111+ words) SD Dept. of Health notifies parents of potential measles exposure at Milbank Elementary'dakotanewsnow.com MILBANK, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The South Dakota Department of Health sent out a memo on Tuesday to notify parents of a potential measles exposure at the…...

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dakotanewsnow.com > 01/12/2026 > mattel-releases-new-barbie-with-autism

Mattel releases new Barbie with autism

Mattel releases new Barbie with autism3+ week, 4+ day ago   (535+ words) Mattel said it developed the autistic doll over more than 18 months in partnership with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, a nonprofit organization that advocates for the rights and better media representation of people with autism. The goal: to create a…...

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dakotanewsnow.com > 01/07/2026 > dakota-news-now-launches-stronger-families-series-shine-light-foster-care

Dakota News Now launches ‘Stronger Families’ series to shine a light on foster care

Dakota News Now launches ‘Stronger Families’ series to shine a light on foster care4+ week, 1+ day ago   (755+ words) SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Dakota News Now has launched a new monthly series called "Stronger Families" in collaboration with the South Dakota Department of Social Services to bring awareness to foster care and help children find forever families. The…...

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dakotanewsnow.com > 12/10/2025 > applications-now-open-citys-ascend-internship-program

Applications now open for Sioux Falls Ascend Internship Program

Applications now open for Sioux Falls Ascend Internship Program1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (178+ words) SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The City of Sioux Falls has announced the opening of applications for the 2026 Ascend Internship Program. The program offers 12 internships and allows young ... SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The City of Sioux Falls has announced…...

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dakotanewsnow.com > 11/18/2025 > avera-medical-minute-pediatric-emergency-response-training

Avera Medical Minute: Pediatric Emergency Response Training

Avera Medical Minute: Pediatric Emergency Response Training2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (421+ words) SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Kids are unique, and their care should be too, especially in times of emergency. In tonight's Avera Medical Minute, we show you how medical professionals from across the region continue to practice their skills so…...

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dakotanewsnow.com > 11/12/2025 > hungry-hearts-partnering-with-harrisburg-school-district-support-student-meals

Hungry Hearts partnering with Harrisburg school district to support student meals

Hungry Hearts partnering with Harrisburg school district to support student meals2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (162+ words) HARRISBURG, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - For many students, school meals may be their most reliable food source, especially with tighter budgets and reduced SNAP benefits. The Harrisburg School District has grown by over 11% and now serves nearly 6,400 students, increasing the need…...

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dakotanewsnow.com > 07/29/2025 > foster-network-accepting-back-to-school-clothing-shoes

Foster Network accepting back-to-school clothing, shoes

6+ mon, 1+ week ago   (391+ words) SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Imagine being a kid getting ready for a new school year, while living with a brand-new family. The Foster network is helping kids in need of supplies to set them up for a successful school…...