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Even more budget-friendly, last-minute South Dakota Halloween costumes

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October 28, 2024

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Even more budget-friendly, last-minute South Dakota Halloween costumes

Trevor’s Costumes

The weather’s finally starting to cool down, right? I think we’re safe to acknowledge that it’s almost Halloween?

Oh shoot, it’s almost Halloween.

As ever a thing that’s become an annual tradition for the Argus Leader, if you’re in need of a last-minute South Dakota-themed costume that will generate whispers at the party of “What are they wearing?” and “I didn’t invite them, did you invite them?” then by all means, read on.

Ghostwriter

What you’ll need: A white sheet, a notebook, a pencil, some Wite-Out

Notes: Put on the sheet and start reporting out the facts about stuff like Gov. Kristi Noem’s meeting with Kim Jong-Un. Oh, sorry, what? That didn’t actually happen? Whoops. Good thing you brought the Wite-Out. Can you imagine how embarrassing it would have been if that made it into print?

Disappointed swimmer

What you’ll need: Swim trunks, goggles, maybe a pool noodle.

Notes: Dress up for a day at the pool — but just walk around the party looking extremely sad. Your reason? Votes on pricey renovations for pools at Frank Olson Park and Kuehn Park have been delayed twice already this year, to the chagrin of several Sioux Falls councilors.

Someone trying to enjoy a summer day in southeastern South Dakota

What you’ll need: A big coat, some bug spray. Maybe a hazmat suit if you own one of those for some reason.

Notes: Remember how much of a nightmare it was to go outside when mosquitos were rampant in July across the parts of South Dakota? Wrap yourself up and bring along some bug spray to remind everyone of that two weeks where venturing out to get the mail could lose you about a pint of blood.

Lallycooler

What you’ll need: Nothing. Or anything?

Notes: OK, sure. The official word on the odd name of Sioux Falls’ upcoming music festival is that it means “a real success.” But I’m going to bet that you can pretty much wander into any Halloween party wearing like, some tissue paper and pipe cleaners and tell people you’re dressed up as a Lallycooler and someone will believe you.

Ostrich

What you’ll need: Some feathers, or maybe just a nice turtleneck.

Notes: Okay, this one is pretty niche, and you might need to remind people that an ostrich was running around Louise Avenue for a bit earlier this year. This will probably play better if you’re friends with any of the people in that video who are way, way too comfortable approaching a 7-foot-tall bird that has knives on its feet.

Someone parking their way-too-big truck on Phillips Avenue

What you’ll need: A big piece of cardboard or something, some sunglasses and a baseball cap.

Notes: Just wander around the party, making sure that as often as possible you’re using the cardboard to prevent people from getting through hallways or entering doors. Get to work on this one, because it could land you a ticket any day now.

Literally anything about the election

What you’ll need: Your imagination.

Notes: It’s already been an absurd election year, so just decide what you think the latest scandal or big news story will be between now and Nov. 5 and just dress up as that − as long as you promise to also go vote.

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South Dakota knocks off Denver 82-72

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January 10, 2026

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VERMILLION, S.D. (AP) — Cameron Fens scored 23 points as South Dakota beat Denver 82-72 on Saturday.

Fens also contributed 12 rebounds and four blocks for the Coyotes (9-9, 1-2 Summit League). Isaac Bruns scored 20 points while going 8 of 12 and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line and added six rebounds. Jordan Crawford went 5 of 11 from the field (3 for 7 from 3-point range) to finish with 13 points.

Gabe Oldham led the Pioneers (8-11, 1-3) in scoring, finishing with 24 points, 13 rebounds and two steals. Denver also got 19 points from Zane Nelson. Carson Johnson also put up 11 points and six assists.

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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.

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SD Highway Patrol releases new details on hit and run, asks for public’s help

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January 10, 2026

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SD Highway Patrol releases new details on hit and run, asks for public’s help

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – The South Dakota Highway Patrol is continuing to look for the suspect in a deadly hit-and-run near Humboldt, SD.

In a Facebook post, the SD Highway Patrol has released new details regarding the semi suspected of committing the hit and run.

According to police, the semi is a red Freightliner Cascadia semi, missing its passenger-side headlight.

The semi was traveling eastbound from the Humboldt area on I-90 in the early morning hours of Jan. 3, 2026.

Police are seeking information, video, or pictures from 2:13 a.m. – 3:00 a.m. along I-90 and I-29 from the public.

If you have any tips or footage, contact the South Dakota Highway Patrol District 2 Office at (605) 367-5700.

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Dept. of Agriculture and Natural Resources announces $48 million for statewide projects

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January 9, 2026

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Dept. of Agriculture and Natural Resources announces million for statewide projects

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) has the approval of over $48 million in loans and grants for statewide projects.

Together with the Board of Water and Natural Resources, a total of $36,958,000 in state loans, including $425,000 in principal forgiveness, was authorized for drinking water and wastewater improvements.

More funding was distributed to the following programs:

BDM Rural Water:

Received an additional $233,450 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to construct a new water treatment plant, install a new water reservoir, install a pipe to expand the water system, and replace water meters

Clay Rural Water:

Received $334,250 in ARPA grant funds to construct two ground storage reservoirs near the Greenfield reservoir and the Wakonda Water Treatment plant

Mid-Dakota Rural Water System:

Received $917,357.85 in ARPA grant to update the existing water system

Mitchell:

Received $3,930,000 in Clean Water State Revolving Funds to upgrade the clay sanitary and storm sewer

Rapid City:

Received a $14,512,000 Drinking Water State Revolving loan to make improvements to an existing well and also construct two new wells

Shared Resources:

Received $1,500,000 in ARPA grant funds for a treatment plant, well field, distribution pipeline, and two storage tanks

Sioux Falls:

Received $7,648,000 to complete a third connection to the Lewis and Clark Regional Water System
Received $17,746,000 to construct a new Southeast Basin sanitary force main

South Lincoln Rural Water System: