Riley Harrington

Hi this is James Riley, I am back at KOOL as your afternoon DJ.. I was born and raised in Armour SD, and went to Southeast Techincal College for Digital Media Production hoping to make it in the commercial filming business. I started my radio career with KOOL back in 2017. This opportunity was the first one to come along post graduation, and I started as a part time board op for football. I have been active in the community of Mitchell serving the Mitchell Area Community Theatre, both on stage and behind the curtain. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my fiancé, lifting weights, and enjoying nature. Music has always been a big part of my life, and this job has given me many opportunities to flex that muscle. My favorite artists include David Byrne, The Beastie Boys, and Jimmy Pop.

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Crime
4 months ago
DCI Investigates Sioux Falls Officer-Involved Shooting After Suspect Fires at Police

The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation is looking into an officer-involved shooting that occurred Monday afternoon in Sioux Falls. Authorities say police were attempting to arrest Deondre Blackhawk on burglary, drug, and aggravated assault charges when he allegedly opened fire on officers

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Opinion
4 months ago
Celebrating American Strength By Rep. Dusty Johnson

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Opinion
4 months ago
Senate Passes Reconciliation Bill Supporting Trump’s Agenda, Preserving 2017 Tax Cuts for South Dakotans

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Opinion
4 months ago
Worth Fighting For By Sen. John Thune

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Government
5 months ago
A Generational Opportunity for Strength, Prosperity

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Opinion
5 months ago
Resilience, Discipline, and Strength on Display By Rep. Dusty Johnson

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Opinion
5 months ago
Can You Go Home Again?

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Farm
5 months ago
Rounds Asks Agriculture Secretary to Promote Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) today sent a letter to U.S. Secretary […]

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Opinion
5 months ago
It’s Time for CLARITY By Rep. Dusty Johnson

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City of Mitchell to adjust trash pickup times for veterans' day.
Government
5 months ago
Juneteenth garbage collection

On Thursday, June 1 9th 2025 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday, garbage collection […]