Man Arrested for Rape in Minnehaha CountyA sex abuse case that allegedly goes back more than a decade has a man facing a long list of charges in Minnehaha County.Gene HetlandGene Hetland
Dastardly Diesel Thieves Running Rampant in Minnehaha CountyDastardly Diesel Thieves Running Rampant in Minnehaha CountyIt’s a cautionary tale for equipment operators both on and off the farm.Dan PetersDan Peters
It Was Only a Few Minutes, But Probably Seemed Longer for Customers Affected by Power Outage in Colton, HartfordIt Was Only a Few Minutes, But Probably Seemed Longer for Customers Affected by Power Outage in Colton, HartfordA failed Sioux Valley Energy substation caused around 3,000 customers to be without power in the Colton and Hartford areas Thursday evening.Dan PetersDan Peters
Death of Diver During Training Ruled AccidentalDeath of Diver During Training Ruled AccidentalThe death of a Minnehaha County dive team member during a training exercise has been ruled accidental.Associated PressAssociated Press
Minnehaha County Looking to Hire Police Reserve OfficersMinnehaha County Looking to Hire Police Reserve OfficersMinnehaha County Emergency Management is taking applications from people interested in joining the Police Reserve Unit.Gene HetlandGene Hetland
Sioux Falls Man Needs Anger Management Classes, Attackes LawyerSioux Falls Man Needs Anger Management Classes, Attackes LawyerA Sioux Falls man is facing additional charges after he allegedly attacked his public defender.Dan PetersDan Peters
New Tests in County Target Methamphetamine UsersNew Tests in County Target Methamphetamine UsersMinnehaha County is starting a random drug-testing program for methamphetamine users.Associated PressAssociated Press
Litz Fending off Detractors in Order to Fix Election WoesLitz Fending off Detractors in Order to Fix Election WoesThere have been problems with elections in Minnehaha County over the past couple of cycles. Auditor Bob Litz and his staff is addressing the problems.Dan PetersDan Peters
Flooded Big Sioux River Plus Kayak Equals DumbFlooded Big Sioux River Plus Kayak Equals DumbAmazingly, there are those who wish to tangle with rushing water. The Minnehaha County Sheriff advises against such daredevil tactics.Dan PetersDan Peters
Crime From The Advocate Side Because You Have RightsCrime From The Advocate Side Because You Have Rights“The toughest part is that we defend these people and we love them only to repeat the cycle.”Dan PetersDan Peters