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All aboard, as we remember passenger trains in South Dakota

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1 year ago

November 25, 2023

All aboard, as we remember passenger trains in South Dakota

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) – Last year Amtrak transported 22.93 million passengers around the United States.

Although many people now mainly commute by car, passenger trains used to be one of the fastest and safest ways of traveling for people.

“It was the best way, unless you wanted to ride stagecoaches, ride horses, or walk anywhere, railroads were the way. They were definitely the mode of the day as far as comfort in transportation,” said Rick Mills, curator of the South Dakota State Railroad Museum.

Railroads in South Dakota first built its main line between Vermillion and Sioux City, Iowa in 1872.

“The first railroads that came into the Black Hills started in the late 1880s and the 1890s. That’s kind of when the railroads developed in the western part of South Dakota,” said Mills.

Railroads used to feature more than 4,200 miles, however, that has declined to today to just 1,800 miles, which means South Dakota has lost 57% of its railroad infrastructure, according to AmericanRails.com.

“Another couple of reasons that passenger trains were phased out is simply because of the competition with airline service and a better highway system,” said Mills.

In 2023, South Dakota no longer has any passenger trains that go in or out of South Dakota.

However, if you are looking for a nostalgic ride through the Black Hills, Hill City offers the 1880 train.

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SOSD State Summer Games to be held at USD, SF Torch Run happening May 28

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8 hours ago

May 19, 2025

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – The 2025 State Summer Games for the South Dakota Special Olympics are set for May 30 and 31 in Vermillion.

SOSD State Summer Games:

Over 1,500 athletes, coaches, and unified partners will compete at USD.

Competitions include volleyball, powerlifting, swimming, soccer, and track and field.

Volleyball, powerlifting, swimming, and soccer competitions will take place on Friday, May 30, and track and field events at the Lillibridge Track Complex on Saturday, May 31.

Volunteers are an important part of the event. You can find available volunteer opportunities for the event here.

To learn more about State Summer Games, visit sosd.org.

Sioux Falls Torch Run:

The Sioux Falls Torch run will be on May 28 at 11:00 am.

The “Flame of Hope” will be carried from the Sioux Falls Police Department to Falls Park.

SOSD State Summer Games to be held at USD, SF Torch Run happening May 28(Special Olympics South Dakota)

“The awareness and funds raised through the Torch Run have created a movement and helped provide new opportunities, competitions, and programs for the athletes of Special Olympics. We are incredibly grateful for the dedication of our law enforcement volunteers across the state,” said South Dakota Law Enforcement East River Assistant Director and Patrol Sergeant for the Watertown Police Department, Scott Price.

You can check out the South Dakota Law Enforcement Torch Run on Facebook by clicking here.

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South Dakota State men win Summit championship to achieve triple crown

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1 day ago

May 19, 2025

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South Dakota State men win Summit championship to achieve triple crown

South Dakota State’s men’s track and field team won the Summit League Outdoor Championship on Saturday evening to complete the sweep of the 2024-25 men’s cross country and track and field conference titles. The women’s team finished fourth.

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SD Lottery Powerball, Lucky For Life winning numbers for May 17, 2025

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2 days ago

May 18, 2025

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The South Dakota Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at May 17, 2025, results for each game:

Winning Powerball numbers from May 17 drawing

07-34-40-42-52, Powerball: 15, Power Play: 2

Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Lucky For Life numbers from May 17 drawing

01-04-27-38-46, Lucky Ball: 13

Check Lucky For Life payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Lotto America numbers from May 17 drawing

16-18-24-25-34, Star Ball: 02, ASB: 04

Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Dakota Cash numbers from May 17 drawing

02-22-24-30-34

Check Dakota Cash payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize

Prizes of $100 or less: Can be claimed at any South Dakota Lottery retailer.
Prizes of $101 or more: Must be claimed from the Lottery. By mail, send a claim form and a signed winning ticket to the Lottery at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501.
Any jackpot-winning ticket for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prize-winning ticket for Lucky for Life, or for the second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions must be presented in person at a Lottery office. A jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must be presented in person at the Lottery office in Pierre.

When are the South Dakota Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Dakota Cash: 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.

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