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Annual Easter Egg Hunt being held Sunday at Governor's Mansion in Pierre
The 73rd Annual Elks' Easter Egg Hunt will be held Sunday (April 5, 2026) at 1pm CT on the lawn in front of the Governor's Mansion in Pierre Families can begin arriving at 12:45pm CT. Children up to the age of 12 are welcome to participate in the hunt. There are age-group specific areas for 0-2 year olds, 3-4 year olds...
16h ago
Sobriety checkpoints being held in Lyman, Stanley, 14 other South Dakota counties this month
Throughout the month of April, the South Dakota Highway Patrol will conduct sobriety checkpoints in 16 counties. The checkpoints will take place in Lyman and Stanley counties in the central part of the state. Sobriety checkpoints will also be conducted in Beadle, Bennett, Codington, Davison, Hutchinson, Jerauld, Lawren...
17h ago
State provides South Dakota counties with details on implementation of property tax reduction plan passed during 2026 Legislative Session
South Dakota's counties have been sent information regarding the implementation of the property tax relief plan supported by Governor Larry Rhoden and passed by the 2026 state legislature. Whether the legislation is adopted by the county commission, referred to a vote of the people, or initiated by the people themselve...
18h ago
People in the Neighborhood
Fort Pierre City Update
Ft. Pierre mayor Gloria Hanson talks with Scott Colombe about the upcoming election and candidate forum.
Apr 02, 2026
Avera Race Against Cancer
Kellie Yackley with Avera Foundation, along with Liz Marso & Deanna Waldron of BURN Infrared Fitness joined Scott Colombe on KGFX's People in Your Neighborhood to talk about the Avera Race Against Cancer on Saturday, May 9th.
Apr 01, 2026
Pierre Elks Easter Egg Hunt
Kevin Larsen with the Pierre Elks talks with People in Your Neighborhood about the Sunday Easter Egg hunt at the Govenor's mansion.
Mar 31, 2026
Central SD Recreation Committee Feasability Study Fundraiser
Brian Moser with the Central South Dakota Recreation Committee joined KGFX's People in Your Neighborhood talking about the fundraiser on April 25th.
Mar 30, 2026
City of Pierre Update with Mayor Harding
Pierre mayor Steve Harding joins KGFX's People in Your Neighborhood to talk about the many happenings going on throughout town.
Mar 27, 2026
Farm News
Wheat Acreage Falls to Record Low as Farmers Pivot to Higher Returns
U.S. farmers are expected to plant the smallest wheat crop on record this year (2026), continuing a long-term decline as producers shift to more profitable alternatives. Data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows wheat acreage dropping as low prices and rising input costs squeeze margins. Producers across the P...
21h ago
Forest Service relocation plan sparks concern in rural communities
April 3, 2026: A federal plan to relocate the headquarters of the U.S. Forest Service from Washington to Utah is drawing mixed reactions from agriculture and rural stakeholders. Officials say the move is intended to bring leadership closer to the lands and communities the agency serves. Supporters argue the shift could...
21h ago
Nationwide E15 sales jump 23% in 2025, setting new record
By Scott Richman, Renewable Fuels Association Chief Economist. U.S. sales of E15, a gasoline blend containing 15 percent ethanol, hit a record 1.52 billion gallons in 2025, an increase of 23% over 2024, according to a Renewable Fuels Association analysis of data released by state agencies in Minnesota and Iowa (Exhibit...
21h ago
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Sports
Players Perspective- Sully Buttes' Gavin Colson & Coach Randy Pool
Gavin Colson is a State Champion golfer who was just 1 of 50 US players selected to compete overseas in a tournament in Australia. We dive in and discuss how he got selected, what the tournament will look like and how you can help. To remain an amateur, Gavin will rely on community support to help fund his trip across ...
16h ago
Wild clinch spot in NHL playoffs with another chance to advance for 1st time since 2015
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - The Minnesota Wild have clinched a spot in the NHL playoffs, giving them another chance to advance in the postseason for the first time since 2015. The Wild earned a bid 75 games in after clinching last year in the 82nd and final game of the regular season. They beat league-worst Vancouver 5-2 on...
18h ago
Twins use the long-ball to salavge series against Royals; Open up home schedule at Target Field today
The Twins start to the 2026 season has been a bit rocky, finishing up their roadtrip 2-4 before coming home for their home opener today against Tampa Bay. However, they do come into today's game with some momentum after notching a win with some late power against Kansas City Thursday afternoon. One issue for Minnesota ...
18h ago
