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Homes destroyed near Kadoka as tornadoes rip through South Dakota and Minnesota, U.S.

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Homes destroyed near Kadoka as tornadoes rip through South Dakota and Minnesota, U.S.


At least 15 tornadoes were reported across Minnesota, South Dakota, and North Dakota on June 28 as severe storms passed through the region. Eight tornadoes were reported in Minnesota, six were reported in South Dakota, and one was reported in North Dakota.

While the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) only received 15 tornado reports, more tornadoes are likely to have touched down and are yet to be confirmed.

The storms caused widespread damage in the affected areas, with the Kadoka Volunteer Fire Department (KVFD) reporting significant damage to multiple structures near Kadoka, South Dakota.

“Tornado damage south of Kadoka. Several structures were destroyed. Some minor injuries have been reported. Our thoughts are with those that have been impacted,” said the KVFD.

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Tornado damage south of Kadoka on June 28, 2025. Credit: Kadoka Volunteer Fire Department.

The Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety (OST DPS) also confirmed the tornado touchdown south of Kadoka, reporting that the tornado destroyed multiple homes in the area.

The path of the tornado reportedly started from the Whiteriver Bridge and headed southeast approximately 5 to 6 km (3 to 4 miles).

“Please refrain from visiting the area and allow first responders and families to clean up the area and assist folks affected by the storm,” said the OST DPS.

In Minnesota, a radar confirmed tornado touched down just before 00:30 local time (LT), on Sunday near Victoria. Officials reported downed trees blocking State Highway 7 near Rolling Acres Road and Minnewashta Parkway. The highway remained closed in that area overnight.

Before the apparent touchdown in Victoria, a trained weather spotter reported a tornado on the ground near Hydes Lake, northeast of Norwood Young America, at about 00:15.

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Xcel Energy and other utilities, combined, reported more than 50 000 customers without power early Sunday — most of those in the western Twin Cities metro area. The number had dropped to about 33 000 as of 19:00 LT on Sunday morning.




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

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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.

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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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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:

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  • 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:

  • Received $328,250 in ARPA funds to install an elevated water tank, new pump station, and new water treatment plant

South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources:

  • Received $1 million in ARPA funds for its statewide Riparian Buffer Initiative

Toronto:

  • Received $770,000 Drinking Water Revolving Loan to accommodate the Department of Transportation installing new storm sewers and highway surfacing

These programs are funded through a combination of federal appropriations, loan repayments, and bonds.

The board approved the funding during a January 8 meeting in Pierre.



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SD Lottery Lucky For Life winning numbers for Jan. 8, 2026

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The South Dakota Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Jan. 8, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Jan. 8 drawing

05-12-13-39-48, Lucky Ball: 13

Check Lucky For Life 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.

This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Dakota editor. You can send feedback using this form.



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