Someone You Should Know: Voice of the Stampede
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - From the calm, to the exciting Jim Olander has given plenty of both those sides in his 16 years broadcasting play-by-play for the Sioux Falls…
Someone You Should Know: Madison Native Competing In The Titan Games
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - You may remember this Madison gymnastics star. All eyes were on Jenessa Goeman at gymnastics competitions growing up. Now, the USF grad is taking on an…
Someone You Should Know: Rosie's Cafe
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - There is nothing like the smell of bacon in the morning and for the past 35 years, Rosie's Cafe has been starting people's day sunny side…
Someone You Should Know: Flandreau Dispatcher Retiring After 41 Years
FLANDREAU, S.D.-It's rare to stay at any job for over forty years, but especially in a job as stressful as being an emergency dispatcher. However, one Flandreau women has accomplished…
Someone You Should Know: Baby Bella Follow-Up
CROOKS, S.D. - One year ago, we brought you the story of Isabella Mares. The baby girl was born weighing two pounds. She spent last Christmas fighting for her life…
Someone You Should Know: Jeweler Creates Custom Keepsakes
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - If a photo is worth a thousand words, how do you quantify the handwriting or fingerprint of a loved one who is no longer here? A woman in Sioux…
Someone You Should Know: Turner Co. Deputy Helps Deliver Baby
PARKER, S.D. - Law enforcement officers are trained to be prepared for any kind of situation, but it's not often they're asked to deliver a baby. "I never anticipated it, but I'm…
Someone You Should Know: Watertown Couple Celebrates 90th Birthdays
WATERTOWN, S.D. - Verlyn and Bud Drayer have 11 great-grand children and plenty of stories to tell, and now they have something more to smile about. The couple is celebrating their 90th…
Someone You Should Know: Never Far from the Big Screen
DELL RAPIDS, S.D. - "I just love movies, I can't say that enough." There's plenty of movie fanatics out there, but Brian Anderson might just top the list. "Riding…
Someone You Should Know: Homegrown Help at World Series
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. --- The Major League Baseball World Series was played in Boston and Los Angeles, but a student who goes to school in Sioux Falls played an important role at the historic Fenway Park. KDLT’s Nicole Griffith introduces…
Someone You Should Know: Homemade Haunted House
PARKER, S.D. - For many people, Halloween is all about the candy, but for one, he makes it his mission to scare people. "When they see the ship sail, they know it's close to halloween," said Parker resident, Rick Niezwaag.…
Someone You Should Know: Brandon 11-Year-Old Turns Bicycle Accident into Activism
BRANDON, S.D. - An 11-year-old Brandon boy is turning a scary bicycle accident into a chance to promote change. "I've been riding without training wheels since I was four years old. Three years old actually." McKeown has been riding the…
Someone You Should Know: Former WHS Coach Facing His Toughest Opponent
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - When someone is sick or hurt, their family usually rallies around them for support. And when your family includes more than 1,800 high school students,…
Someone You Should Know: Mitchell's Costume Connoisseur
MITCHELL, S.D. - It would be nearly impossible to walk into Einstein's in Mitchell and not find the perfect costume. From storybook characters to the classics, Einstein's has more than 100,000 costumes with…
Someone You Should Know: Miss South Dakota USA
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - An SDSU student is taking home a big win. Over the weekend, Abby Merschman was crowned Miss South Dakota USA. The 22-year-old conquered the swimsuit, evening wear,…
Someone You Should Know: The Champion Behind The Scenes
SIOUX FALLS, SD - Running the biggest golf tournament in South Dakota has become one man's full-time job. He's made sacrifices for the Sanford International, but you rarely see him…
Someone You Should Know: Volunteer Firefighters
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - The South Dakota fire community lost one of its own this weekend. A Sturgis Volunteer Firefighter died in the line of duty Friday, while fighting a house fire…
Someone You Should Know: The Man Behind the Mural
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - From the walls to the ceilings of downtown hot spots, one Sioux Falls artist is painting his way around town. His work is bright and bold,…
Someone You Should Know: Artist Shaine Schroeder
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Art has always been a part of Shaine Schroeder's life. As a little boy he picked up drawing. He's more recently taken his work to a…
Someone You Should Know: Heroes Who Step Up
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - A firefighter's job isn't easy. It involves interacting with people on what's often their hardest day. And sometimes, those firefighters have the ability…
Someone You Should Know: High School Student Helps Color the Gap
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.- A Sioux Falls High School Junior is proving that even something as small as a crayon can make a big impact. However, she's doing more than just adding…
Someone You Should Know: Tea's Tiny Triathlete Wins National Title
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Meet Evelyn DeGeest. She’s not even in the first grade, but Evelyn has competed in 24 youth triathlons. The impressive feat starts with a swim. “It’s really fun because…
Someone You Should Know: Two SD Turkeys to Meet President Trump On Thanksgiving Day
HURON, S.D. - Every Thanksgiving, the President of the United States is gifted a turkey - and usually pardons it as a Thanksgiving tradition. This year, for the first time, that special turkey…
Someone You Should Know: Miracle Man
MADISON, S.D.-Each year the dairy queen in Madison has one of the biggest turnouts in the country for Miracle Treat Day. The annual event sees one dollar from each…
Someone You Should Know: On The Run
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - If you peek at Paula Gordon’s journal, you’ll learn about a doctor’s appointment she had 19 years ago. "Monday July 12th, 1999,” said Gordon. "He suggested I run…
Someone You Should Know: Clipper Jim
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - It’s a laugh you can’t miss - one neighbors often hear coming from Jim Dresch’s barber shop. ”I just love what I do,” said Dresch.…
Someone You Should Know: K-BACK FM's 'Crash'
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - His is a voice you should know, 'Crash' from K-BACK FM has been on the air for decades but if you haven't seen him…
Someone You Should Know: Silver Anniversary on Skis
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.- It's a special day for a long-time water ski show in Sioux Falls. The team is celebrating independence day and their 25th anniversary with the biggest and best…
Someone You Should Know: 'Peep' the Sioux Falls Kid Mascot
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. --- From furry birds to fierce bulls a Sioux Falls nine year old is grabbing the attention of local and national sports teams as he pursues his dream…
Someone You Should Know: Hey There, Delilah
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - They say a dog is “man’s best friend.” Well tonight, a Sioux Falls four-legged friend is looking for her best friend. Delilah is the complete package - sweet,…
Someone You Should Know: From Hearing Loss to Helping Others Hear, Audiologist Opens New Clinic in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.- A new audiology clinic opened up last week in Sioux Falls. It's called Sioux Falls Audiology Associates and their goal is to improve people's quality of life…
Someone You Should Know: Cycling Across South Dakota
UNION CENTER, S.D. - Tonight, a group of people are traveling from one end of South Dakota to the other on two wheels. The reason why goes beyond a physical feat. KDLT’s…
Someone You Should Know: Small School, Big Hearts
SIOUX FALLS, SD - A small school in southern Sioux Falls is full of students and staff with big hearts. As they get ready for summer break, the kids are…
Someone You Should Know: The Man Behind the Murals
PARKER, S.D. --- If you've been to a high school gym in South Dakota you've likely seen murals showcasing school mascots. But a couple dozen of them from Sioux Falls to Brookings…
Someone You Should Know: Dad and His Grads
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Imagine growing up and your parent is the principal. It’s an experience the Bradfield children know well. It might seem like an interesting role, but it comes with special…
Someone You Should Know: South Dakota's Small Business Man of the Year
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - More than half of all Americans either work for or own a small business. Small businesses account for 96 percent of all businesses in the state of South Dakota,…
Someone You Should Know: The Face of Hope For Rare Diseases
SIOUX FALLS, SD - A young family in Sioux Falls is fighting for those with incurable, often untreatable diseases. Their motivation centers around their son, who's in a battle of his…
Someone You Should Know: Sioux Falls Family Walks for a Cure to Diabetes
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - The JDRF One Walk is this Saturday. It's an event to help raise money towards type one diabetes research and to find a cure. Type one diabetes…
Sisters Open High-end Bridal Shop in Downtown Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.- Sisters Erin Rallis and Kayla Thompson know wedding dresses. Ironically the middle name they share, Marie means bridal in french. “Obviously pronounced a…
Someone You Should Know: 911 Dispatchers
Sioux Falls, S.D. - They're often the first people we contact when there’s an emergency, but often the last to receive a "Thank you." 911 call takers and dispatchers work behind the…
Someone You Should Know: Vermillion Doctor Delivers 1,000 Babies
VERMILLION, S.D. --- A Vermillion doctor has reached an incredible accomplishment after helping families grow for the last 17 years. A group of kids shared a special moment with her almost as special…
Someone You Should Know: Mayor Huether Prepares to Leave Office
SIOUX FALLS, SD - Sioux Falls Mayor Mike Huether will soon end eight years as the City's leader. Term limits prevent him from running in the April 10th election. The mayor shared…
Someone You Should Know: Sioux Falls Mayoral Candidate Paul TenHaken
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - KDLT has been closely following the 2018 Sioux Falls mayoral race. Each Wednesday, we profile one of the mayoral candidates. This week, we caught up…
Someone You Should Know: SF Mayoral Candidate Jolene Loetscher
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. --- We are in the home stretch of a major election season in the city of Sioux Falls. Six people want to be mayor. In this week's ‘Someone You Should…
Someone You Should Know: Greg Jamison's Vision For 'Smoother Roads Ahead'
In a crowded race for Sioux Falls mayor, one candidate says whoever has the right message will win over the most voters. Greg Jamison believes he has that message. It's one he…
Someone You Should Know: Mayoral Candidate Mike Gunn
SIOUX FALLS, S.D - As the race for the open Sioux Falls mayoral seat heats up, we've been introducing you to the candidates running for the cities top spot. For…
Someone You Should Know: Longtime Businessman Runs for Mayor
As we head in to election season in Sioux Falls, we are profiling each of the seven candidates aiming for the mayor's seat. This week's "Someone You Should Know" is a man who says…
Someone You Should Know: The Music Man
From classical music to rock - and everything in between. No matter the age. A Sioux Falls luthier – a person who repairs instruments – can bring your string back to life.…
Someone You Should Know: Sioux Falls Man Creates Nationwide Cancer Survivor Network
Matt Ellefson was diagnosed with lung cancer and given 8 months to live. Eight years later, Matt is still here. He used those years to change the way patients all over the country fight…
Someone You Should Know: Lucy Henglefelt
As Lucy Henglefelt thinks back over the past couple years of her life, she's grateful - if nothing else - to be alive. Late one night in 2016,…
