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Yankton County deputies say a plane crash sent one person to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Story>> shorturl.at/Oadrv

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Lexie and Hannah give you the top headlines before you head out the door. Watch live⬇️

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A Clever Real Estate study finds U.S. home prices up 441% since 1984 vs. 210% inflation, pushing the median home to $423,100 amid affordability concerns. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/10/us…

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Lee Decker sent in this shot of some beautiful rose hips for this Photo of the Day! Thanks, Lee! Submit your Photo of the Day at shorturl.at/zhSVp.

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Dave Forgit’s strongly worded message blasting rude customers has gotten the attention of people from around the world. What he had to say: www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/07/to…

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Colorado-based Xanterra is poised to take over Custer State Park concessions Feb. 1, pending Game, Fish and Parks Commission approval of the contract. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/08/cu…

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The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe has filed a new federal lawsuit challenging decisions that allow the Dakota Access Pipeline to continue operating beneath Lake Oahe. Story: www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/09/st…

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Weather patterns across Iowa, influenced by an abnormally strong El Niño pattern, will likely impact fall nutrient applications for farmers, according to weather and crop scientists in the state. Story: shorturl.at/USN1W

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Vice President JD Vance questioned whether the Pentagon will livestream Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan’s scheduled December execution, saying he would not watch. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/09/va…

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For the veterans on Midwest Honor Flight Mission 33, many of the sons and daughters were walking beside them as volunteer guardians. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/09/mi…

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Minnesota has the largest Somali population in the U.S., representing about 2% of the state’s population in 2024. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/10/tr…

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Iowa ranks 50th in the nation for nursing faculty compensation, making it difficult for colleges to recruit and retain instructors when health care providers can often earn more working in the field. Story>> shorturl.at/Euy5P

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The University of Nebraska is selling 103-year-old urinal troughs from Memorial Stadium for $3,000 each ahead of a major renovation. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/07/yo…

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Crazy Horse Memorial will host its annual Native Americans’ Day celebration on Monday, Oct. 12, with cultural activities, educational programs, live performances, and a community meal. Story>> shorturl.at/LfGXg

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Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate said he has not been told whether Iowa is on a list of states where the US Department of Justice plans to send federal election observers this November. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/07/of…

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A $30 find at an estate sale has turned into a million-dollar jackpot. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/06/pa…

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The clinic runs from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Schulte Subaru at 85th Street and Minnesota Avenue a week from today. Details>> www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/06/si…

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REGIONAL NEWS: A man was arrested after traveling through Nebraska with $250,000 in stolen copper last week, according to authorities. Story: www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/09/ma…

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Hope Against Cancer, hosted by the non-profit ministry Hope Has Arrived, helped cancer patients, survivors, and families alike on Saturday. Story>> www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/11/su…

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Fifteen hunters as young as 12 were learning the ropes of hunting roosters, a tradition that’s been going on in Minnehaha County for decades. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/11/mi…

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Pennington County suffered a serious cyberattack in July, leading to security upgrades and a desire to help others learn from the experience. Mitchell also was hit. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/06/le…

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According to authorities, crews responded to a field south of Harrisburg for a fire that was causing near-zero visibility conditions. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/11/cr…

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Midwest Honor Flight is asking families, schools, churches and community groups to send cards and letters of appreciation to veterans. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/07/mi…

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According to the poll, 74% of likely Iowa voters surveyed say Trump administration policies have increased the cost of living. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/08/po…

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Former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem called a New York Times report alleging she bought marked-up aircraft from a political donor’s company factually incorrect. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/09/re…

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The government is updating its standards for LED headlights and other standards related to driver safety. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/08/fe…

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Shane Gillis returns to host SNL for a third time with sophomore musical guest Rosalía. Watch Saturday Night Live tonight at 10:30 on KDLT!

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The drones were purchased with support and funding from the Estherville Chamber of Commerce and Emmet County Community Foundation. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/06/no…

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President Donald Trump announced Friday that Katie Zacharia, a communications adviser for his media company, will succeed Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary. www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/10/10/wh…

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