Brookings Radio News

09/15/2026

As the nation marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, South Dakota State University’s School of American and Global Studies will host a two-day public event built around the Declaration of Independence.

BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-14-26) — As the nation marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, South Dakota State University’s School of

09/15/2026

The SDSU School of Performing Arts announces the 2026-27 University Chamber Music Series, a four‑concert season bringing exceptional national artists to Brookings for intimate performances at the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center. All concerts are free and open to the public.

BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-14-26) — The South Dakota State University School of Performing Arts announces the 2026-27 University Chamber Music Series, a four‑concert

09/15/2026

During a school board presentation this week, Brookings High School Principal Zach Thomas said recent policy changes have resulted in improved grades and reduced chronic absenteeism for BHS students.

BROOKINGS (9-15-26) — Policy changes at Brookings High School in recent years are yielding results.

09/14/2026

Londa Nwadike — the David A. Thompson Endowed Department Head and Professor of Dairy and Food Science at SDSU — discusses the importance of the Midwest dairy industry, the new associate of science degree in dairy technology at SDSU, and the upcoming Dairy Drive Tailgate during a September 14 interview with Brookings Radio News.

Londa Nwadike — the David A. Thompson Endowed Department Head and Professor of Dairy and Food Science at SDSU — discusses the importance of the Midwest dairy

09/14/2026

On September 24 at 6pm, Brookings Public Library will host their annual Pet Parade along 6th Avenue in front of the Brookings County Courthouse. Registration opens September 17 for participants wishing to enter their animals.

BROOKINGS (9-14-26) — On Thursday, September 24 at 6pm, the Brookings Public Library will behosting their annual Pet Parade along 6th Avenue in front of the

09/14/2026

The Brookings Fire Department wins the annual local Heroes Behind the Badges Blood Drive — a friendly competition between the local fire and police departments to see who can solicit more donations for the Community Blood Bank.

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09/14/2026

First National Bank in Sioux Falls Agribusiness Division and Market President Brian Gilbert have been named the 2026 recipients of the South Dakota State University Friend of the Beef Industry award.

BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-14-26) — First National Bank in Sioux Falls Agribusiness Division and Market President Brian Gilbert have been named the 2026 recipients of

09/14/2026

Andrew Lewno reports on activities at South Dakota State University with his Campus Report for the week of September 14, 2026.

Andrew Lewno reports on activities at South Dakota State University with his Campus Report for the week of September 14, 2026.

09/14/2026

Nine South Dakota Highway Patrol troopers graduated recently during a ceremony in the Larkspur Landing Event Center. Troopers C**t Bradley, Benjamin Nelsen and Seth Spielmann are assigned to Brookings.

PIERRE, S.D. (9-14-26) — Nine South Dakota Highway Patrol troopers graduated today during a ceremony in the Larkspur Landing Event Center.

09/14/2026

SDSU’s fall 2026 enrollment is 11,901 students, including nearly 7,000 South Dakota residents — the highest number of in-state students in 11 years. The university also welcomed 2,276 first-time undergraduate students, one of the five largest incoming classes in SDSU history.

BROOKINGS, S.D. (9-11-26) — South Dakota State University continues to be the university of choice for South Dakota students this fall with the highest number