Karlee Phillips

Sioux City

Multimedia Journalist at KELO-TV (Sioux Falls, SD)

Journalist @Keloland | @SDCoyotesXCTF Alum

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Articles

Vendors optimistic for farmers market season

1 week ago | keloland.com | Karlee Phillips

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The Falls Park Farmers Market looks to bring another promising season for vendors and visitors. The farmers market runs from May until October every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. It’s located at the Falls Park picnic shelter in Sioux Falls. “It’s the place to be in Sioux Falls on Saturday morning. I like to see all of the people out here kind of enjoying the morning,” Cody Carper with Carper Sweet Corn and Produce said.
Seasonal events return to downtown Sioux Falls

1 week ago | keloland.com | Karlee Phillips

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Seasonal events return to downtown Sioux Falls

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Karlee Phillips

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – It’s not the typical start to summer break with rain and cooler temperatures. However, that’s not stopping several annual events from returning to Sioux Falls this weekend. The cloudy skies didn’t stop visitors like Robin Rowe from strolling through the Falls Art Market Saturday morning. Sioux Falls outdoor pools to open May 30th “There’s a really amazing custom knife maker.
Uptown Cheapskate Sioux Falls now open

2 weeks ago | keloland.com | Karlee Phillips

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – There’s a new spot to buy name-brand clothes for less in Sioux Falls. Shoppers eager to expand their wardrobes filled the line of excitement outside Uptown Cheapskate Thursday morning. “I’m just looking for some more summer clothes. I feel like it’s just nice to refresh your closet every season, so hopefully they’ll have a lot of in-season stuff,” shopper Izzy Bosch said. Others in line were simply along for the ride.
Could Trump’s reconciliation bill impact SNAP benefits?

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Karlee Phillips

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — President Trump’s reconciliation bill includes a list of campaign promises. One potential impact includes possible cuts to SNAP benefits. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits food banks like Feeding South Dakota by lowering demand at their locations and getting more people to buy food directly from retailers. Feeding South Dakota CEO Lori Dykstra said President Trump’s reconciliation bill could change some of that.
Nonprofit funds Lyon Co. Sheriff’s Office trip to D.C.

2 weeks ago | keloland.com | Karlee Phillips

ROCK RAPIDS, IA (KELO) — The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office is reflecting on a trip to the nation’s capital to honor one of their own during National Police Week. It’s been nearly six years since Lyon County Deputy Stephanie Schreurs died from her injuries in a patrol car crash. “She was never afraid to back you up anywhere you went,” Lyon County Chief Deputy Mark Dorhout said.
Moody Co. Chief Deputy honored in Washington D.C.

2 weeks ago | keloland.com | Karlee Phillips

FLANDREAU, S.D. (KELO) — Law enforcement in Moody County continues to honor one of their own. In February 2024, Chief Deputy Sheriff Ken Prorok was killed during a pursuit near the I-29 and Colman exit. Authorities say he was struck by a man driving more than 100 miles per hour. Most recently, the Moody County Sheriff’s Office flew to Washington, D.C. for National Police Week. Prorok’s name was engraved on the National Law Enforcement Memorial Wall.
Moody Co. Chief Deputy honored in Washington D.C.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Karlee Phillips

FLANDREAU, S.D. (KELO) — Law enforcement in Moody County continues to honor one of their own. In February 2024, Chief Deputy Sheriff Ken Prorok was killed during a pursuit near the I-29 and Colman exit. Authorities say he was struck by a man driving more than 100 miles per hour. Most recently, the Moody County Sheriff’s Office flew to Washington, D.C. for National Police Week. Prorok’s name was engraved on the National Law Enforcement Memorial Wall.
‘The strength that George had’

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Karlee Phillips

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A Sioux Falls man is getting a fresh start after experiencing homelessness for nearly 20 years. George Van Vooren has become quite an inspiration to many the last several weeks, and there’s a good reason why. For years, the Army veteran lived on the streets of Sioux Falls. “2007 or ’08, something like that,” Van Vooren said. “Once you’re down, it’s hard to crawl back up. I’ll tell you that.
Ink, tattoos and mental health awareness

2 weeks ago | keloland.com | Karlee Phillips

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A Sioux Falls mental health counseling center transformed into a tattoo parlor to raise awareness about mental health on Saturday. The ‘Ink for Tomorrows’ event, hosted by Encompass Mental Health, featured multiple local tattoo artists. They offered permanent tattoos in an effort to raise money for a Sioux Falls nonprofit. “Finding Better Tomorrows is a nonprofit that helps people access mental health care for those who are uninsured or underinsured.

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