BROOKINGS (9-24-26) — Utility rates in Brookings are set to increase next year. Brookings City Council Member Bonny Specker is an ex officio member of the city utility board… “There will be a 3.5 percent proposed increase in electric rates, and a four percent in both water and wastewater with
BROOKINGS COUNTY (9-24-26) — Despite recent rains, a burn ban remains in effect for Brookings County. Kelly VanderWal is Brookings County Commission Vice Chair… “This past summer we had a dry spell and we took the precautionary measure to enact a burn ban. During that time period, if an individual
BROOKINGS (9-24-26) — Plans for the downtown armory have changed. After a public-private partnership deal to convert the armory into a hotel fell through, city officials have announced new plans to convert the area into an open, park-like public space. Deputy Mayor Nick Wendell… “it would have an outdoor performance
BROOKINGS (9-23-26) — On Tuesday night, the Brookings City Council heard a report on the use of Flock cameras by city police. The devices — sometimes called automated license plate readers — are AI-powered cameras that capture and analyze vehicle data on public roadways. On August 27, a group of
BROOKINGS COUNTY (9-22-26) — A Bruce, SD man is arrested following a brief pursuit. The Brookings County Sheriff’s Office said they received a report shortly before 5:30 p.m. on September 21 of a driver shouting at traffic while traveling west on Highway 14 between Brookings and Volga. Sheriff’s deputies say
BROOKINGS (9-22-26) — A candidate forum is taking place this Saturday at the Brookings City-County Government Center. Casey Stickland is Community Development Specialist with the Brookings Regional Growth Alliance and will be moderating the forum… “We will have our five city council candidates joining us to talk about their vision
BROOKINGS (9-22-26) — South Dakota State University is holding a “Farm to Finish Line” race this weekend. Allie Arp is with the SDSU College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences… “It shows people a different side of agriculture. They get to start off at our ruminant nutrition center, and then
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-21-26) — The South Dakota State University Weed Science graduate team placed second in the Western Society of Weed Science category at the North Central Weed Science Society and WSWS Joint Student Weed Contest, hosted by Bayer, July 29-30. Students, representing both an undergraduate team and a graduate
Brookings, S.D. (9-21-26) — Brookings Health System recently completed a $1.3 million upgrade to all three surgical suites at Brookings Hospital. By integrating the latest technology, Brookings Health continues to ensure patient safety while increasing staff efficiency during operating procedures. The health system invested in the Stryker iSuite system which
BROOKINGS COUNTY (9-21-26) — The Brookings County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of intentional damage to a hay field. It was reported at a field on 215th Street near 468th Avenue on September 19, shortly after 5:30 p.m. Sheriff’s deputies say someone had deliberately left the roadway, gone into
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-18-26) — Jackrabbits in all 50 states united to tackle historic philanthropy on Sept. 10 during One Day for STATE. The SDSU Alumni & Foundation’s 10th annual giving day celebrated all things South Dakota State University and the impact that can be made through private gifts. In 24
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-18-26) — South Dakota State University’s Hilton M. Briggs Library is seeking artwork for its 2027 Jackrabbit Gallery Art Show, featuring the theme “Reflections.” SDSU students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to submit original artwork interpreting the theme. Submissions are due Nov. 22. The annual show will
