BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-14-26) — The South Dakota State University School of Performing Arts announces the 2026-27 University Chamber Music Series, a four‑concert season bringing exceptional national artists to Brookings for intimate performances at the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center. All concerts are free and open to the public, continuing the
BROOKINGS (9-14-26) — On Thursday, September 24 at 6pm, the Brookings Public Library will be hosting their annual Pet Parade along 6th Avenue in front of the Brookings County Courthouse. Bring your pet and let them strut their stuff or just come to watch! Registered participants can dress up their
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-14-26) — First National Bank in Sioux Falls Agribusiness Division and Market President Brian Gilbert have been named the 2026 recipients of the South Dakota State University Friend of the Beef Industry award. First National Bank in Sioux Falls has supported South Dakota’s beef industry through specialized agricultural
BROOKINGS (9-14-26) — The Brookings Fire Department wins the annual local Heroes Behind the Badges Blood Drive — a friendly competition between the local fire and police departments to see who can solicit more donations for the Community Blood Bank. Troy Hughes is Brookings Fire Chief… “It’s really not about
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-11-26) — South Dakota State University continues to be the university of choice for South Dakota students this fall with the highest number of in-state students in over a decade. SDSU’s total enrollment is near 12,000 students for the third consecutive year. SDSU’s fall 2026 enrollment is 11,901
BROOKINGS COUNTY (9-11-26) — The Brookings County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a report of intentional damage to a soybean field. Deputies say it was reported September 9 and likely took place sometime between September 2 and September 3 at a field on 466th Avenue near 203rd Street. The sheriff’s office
LAKE COUNTY, SD (9-10-26) — An Astoria pedestrian is killed in a single-vehicle crash near Ramona. The South Dakota Highway Patrol said it happened shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, two miles northeast of Ramona near the intersection of 223rd Street and 451st Avenue. A 70-year old Astoria
BROOKINGS (9-10-26) — Tomorrow marks the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11. David Earnest is Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at South Dakota State University. He invites the public to a special, on-campus observance tomorrow… “We thought the 25th year since those
BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-9-26) — The South Dakota State University Swine Education and Research Facility will increase its wean-to-finish capacity by 50% after a $1.8 million expansion. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Sept. 8 outside of the new addition. Built in 2016, the unit has supported hands-on learning, applied research and
BROOKINGS, SD (9-9-26) — From the workshop to the world stage: Northern Tool and Equipment is challenging students from Flandreau Indian School to turn a 1976 Ford F-350 into “America’s Ultimate Trades Toolbox” in a project designed to inspire young people to explore careers in the skilled trades. The truck
Brookings, S.D. (9-9-26) — New Beginnings Birth Center will hold a third annual diaper drive during National Diaper Need Awareness Week, Sept. 14 – 20. The donated diapers and wipes will be given to the Harvest Table and the Brookings Area United Way to help area families who face diaper
BROOKINGS (9-9-26) — Last week, the City of Brookings announced a mutual termination of the agreement they had with Linchpin Corporation to develop the downtown armory into an upscale hotel, restaurant and event space. During last night’s City Council meeting, the council took action to officially terminate the agreement. Nick
