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Rapid City
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The South Dakota Department of Transportation reported that 371,178 vehicles were counted over six days of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally; 59,414 vehicles entered on Wednesday while Monday recorded the highest one-day count of 96,409 vehicles. KELOLAND
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Highway Patrol responded to nine injury crashes along routes including Vanocker Canyon, I-90, US 16/385, US 16A and US 85 with serious but non-life-threatening injuries reported as drivers lost control due to curves and medical issues; officers also made 17 DUI, 26 misdemeanor drug and 6 felony drug arrests during the day. KBHB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A judge took the case against NDN Collective founder Nick Tilsen under advisement after a hearing on August 1 raised concerns over police conduct and delayed charges stemming from a June 2022 incident—NDN Collective asserts local law enforcement targeted him and awaits a decision in the coming months. Native Sun News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Superintendent Danielle Walking Eagle will be honored with the prestigious Administrator Award by the National Association for Gifted Children on November 15 in Pittsburgh—recognizing her dedication to supporting gifted and Native American students. Native Sun News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A planned gold exploration project near Spearfish Canyon received 1,774 written comments from officials, tribal nations and residents who worry the drill sites could harm the watershed and fragile rock formations—leading to strong local opposition. Spearfish Mayor John Senden and local groups oppose the project, and the Forest Service will review the feedback to decide if an environmental assessment is needed. KBHB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Emily’s Hope has expanded free naloxone access in Rapid City by installing new distribution boxes at Monument Health and Fork Real Community Café; the program has already provided over 15,000 doses through a partnership with the South Dakota Department of Health and local agencies to help reverse opioid overdoses. KBHB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Douglas High School has named George Johnson as its new head football coach — a Rapid City Stevens High School graduate who earned All-State honors and assisted at both Rapid City Stevens and Douglas. He will lead the Patriot team with a focus on player development, teamwork, and discipline. KBHB
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Picnic helps businesses and professionals hone a brand that aligns with their voice, values, and message. It creates brands that are easy for audiences to connect with—and that make work feel purposeful. Through hands-on exercises, Picnic invites you to listen, challenges you to be curious, and helps you think creatively. You'll leave with insights and techniques to keep your team inspired and your brand feeling fresh, day after day.
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