Fifth Street Gym costs have yet to be revealed

BROOKINGS — The city of Brookings plans to purchase the Fifth Street Gym from the Brookings School District and will reveal the sale price and operational costs associated with the deal at an …

Brookings expanding rain barrel, plant program to include rain gardens

Rain gardens, like the one above, are a new addition to an incentive program this year in Brookings.

BROOKINGS — A pilot program introduced last year to incentivize the purchase of rain barrels and native plants in Brookings has proven to be a success, so much so that it will be expanded this …

Spring cleanup returning to Brookings

Beginning on April 10, city residents can place unwanted items on the boulevard for disposal.

BROOKINGS — Despite winter weather’s return, it’s time to think spring – and spring cleaning. Many Brookings residents look forward each spring to clearing their homes of …

Brookings resident facing child porn, sexual exploitation charges

PIERRE — South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley recently announced that a Brookings man has been charged with 11 counts of possession of child pornography and sexual exploitation of a …

South Dakota State engineering students qualify for NASA national competition

Members of the SDSU engineering team heading to the finals of NASA ag aviation contest are, from left, Laura Peterson, Nathan Kuehl, Keegan Visher, faculty adviser Todd Letcher and Nick Wolles. They are pictured in a Crothers Engineering Hall lab where they are assembling a prototype drone that can do soil analysis and bring back plant clippings.

BROOKINGS — Innovative drone technology proposed by a quartet of South Dakota State University mechanical engineering students has lifted them to the finals of NASA contest. The team was …

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Hickory Wind Band performance coming up in Arlington

ARLINGTON — The Hickory Wind Band will perform at the Arlington Methodist Church at 7 p.m. on April 6. The church is at 202 S. Fourth St. A free-will offering will be accepted with …

Dealing with uncertainty

At Brookings First United Methodist Church, we’ve been spending time throughout the season of Lent “Embracing the Uncertain” — our theme for the weeks leading up to Easter. …

Brookings-area calendar for March 29-April 4, 2025

Read all about what Brookings-area groups have planned in the days ahead.

Mickelson Middle School's Bobcat Builders do well at state contest

BROOKINGS — The robotics prowess of Bobcat Builders representing Mickelson Middle School was in the spotlight during their competition at the recent First Lego League State Championship in …

SDSU Extension's 2025 Swine Summit aimed at youth

BROOKINGS — South Dakota State University Extension will host the 2025 South Dakota Swine Summit on June 12 on the SDSU campus. The summit is for youth ages 12-21 who want to learn more …

City of Brookings plans to purchase Fifth Street Gym

BROOKINGS — The city is finalizing plans to acquire ownership of the Fifth Street Gym from the Brookings School District, a move that will also bring with it a laundry list of fixes and …

Cossacks win Class A Consolation Championship

The Sioux Valley girls’ basketball team poses with the consolation championship trophy after beating Mobridge-Pollock 74-59 in Spearfish on Saturday afternoon.

SPEARFISH — The Sioux Valley girls’ basketball team won its final two games of the Class A State Tournament over the weekend and were the consolation champions. After losing their …

Front row, from left are Kain Ladegaard, Sawyer Yackley, Jaxon Southern, Ruby VanderWeerd, Sawyer Franklin and Ella Kramer. Back row, from left, are coach Kelli Anawski, Nischal Khanal , Garrett Ysbrand, Trestin Johnson, Stephen Anawski, Jasmine Anawski, Blythe Jones, Clare Overby, Tanner Johnson and head coach Mark Anawski.

Brookings TaeKwonDo brings home medals from Tea competition

Thirteen athletes were part of the Brookings TaeKwonDo Competition Team that competed on March 22 in Tea. The team was able to bring home 19 medals. Those winning medals were: Sawyer …

Brookings teams earn trophies at Tri-State tournament

A number of teams from Brookings took part in the 95th Annual Tri-State Basketball Tournament on March 21-22 in Sioux Falls. “Each year, hundreds of boy and girls … come together …

Eight Jackrabbits perform at South Dakota State Pro Day

Former South Dakota State running back Amar Johnson prepares to run the three cone shuttle drill during South Dakota State Pro Day on Wednesday afternoon at the Sanford Jackrabbit Athletic Complex in Brookings.

South Dakota State held its annual Pro Day on Wednesday afternoon and for the first time in awhile, there wasn’t a clear cut guy that is going to hear his name at the NFL Draft come April.

Jackrabbit women, Stubbs win at Ozark Invite

HOLLISTER, Mo. - The South Dakota State women's golf team held off a third-round surge to win the Ozarks National Invitational team title Wednesday. Piper Stubbs earned individual medalist …

Top of the order powers Jackrabbits to win over Southwest Minnesota State

BROOKINGS — South Dakota State shook off a slow start by scoring in five consecutive innings to post a 12-10 victory over Southwest Minnesota State in nonconference baseball action Tuesday …

UConn runs away from South Dakota State in the NCAA Tournament

South Dakota State hung around with 11-time national champion Connecticut in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Monday night, but the Huskies proved to be far too talented and ran away with a 91-57 victory.

Auriemma, Johnston to square off for first time in Storrs on Monday night

South Dakota State’s Aaron Johnston and Connecticut’s Geno Aurriema are two of the longest tenured coaches in women’s college basketball.

South Dakota State's Cade DeVos earns sixth at NCAA tournament

PHILADELPHIA — Cade DeVos finished his collegiate career on Saturday, placing sixth at the NCAA Tournament in the 174-pound weight class. DeVos started his day against No. 11 Patrick …

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Brookings-area court report published 03-27-25

Read all about recent cases handled by circuit and magistrate courts in Brookings County.

Brookings-area court report published 03-26-25

Read all about recent cases handled by circuit and magistrate courts in Brookings County.

Election letter deadline: April 3

Letters to the editor endorsing candidates in the April 8 city and school election should be delivered to the Brookings Register no later than 5 p.m. April 3. Each letter and …

While ‘looking forward’ and pushing ‘reset,’ politicians should also learn from the past

Too often lately our leaders seem to come from the Satchel Paige School of Political Thought: “Don’t look back, something may be gaining on you.” The very act of looking back …

There's too much Trump bashing

I find it hard to believe that every letter to the editor and every editorial is negative on the actions President Trump has been taking. Doesn't anyone in this community realize what has been …

Vote for Bonny Specker

I write in strong support of Bonny Specker’s re-election to the Brookings City Council. It seems to me that people in public office are in positions of trust, and I trust Bonny. In her …

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Harness the Power of Walking: Benefits of being physically active

(Family Features) A walk isn't just good for your body; it's a simple, powerful way to care for your mind and soul. These tips and information can help you understand how a brisk walk can make a world of difference.

A Guide to Great Skin

(Family Features) Here's the secret for achieving a glowing complexion: there is no secret. In fact, a key factor in achieving great skin at any age comes down to one common denominator that's no secret at all. It's simply taking good care of your skin.

Summer Camps Guide: Helping Parents Choose the Right Fit for Their Child

Spring break often reminds families of the approach of summer and the need to find the best summer camp experiences for their children. Whether a child is entering kindergarten or transitioning ...

Thrilling Spring Adventures in Myrtle Beach

(BPT) - Looking for the perfect spring getaway? Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is one of America's most beloved family beach destinations, delivering a perfect mix of adventure, entertainment and …

From catfishing to catphishing: The evolution of a romance scam

Spokeo explains how catfishing + phishing leads to catphishing, which happens when the grift goes from messing with your heart to messing with your identity, and maybe even your bank account.

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