Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of September.
Good morning, Rapid City.
📰 Economy
GasBuddy data shows that average gasoline prices in South Dakota have risen by 16.5 cents per gallon to $4.13 today.
Prices range from ($3.79 to $4.99) while national rates climb as global tensions affect fuel supplies.
🌲 Environment
Residents and ranchers in western South Dakota face water shortages as high heat and low rainfall dry up shallow wells, forcing many to haul water from public-access spigots near Rapid City + use water trucks.
Some plan to drill deeper wells to secure a reliable supply for homes and livestock.
🏛️ Government
Caleb Arceneaux, CEO of LIV Hospitality, urged Congress to reinstate funding for essential maintenance at our national parks and public lands after past cuts delayed repairs.
Lawmakers are now co-sponsoring legislation as tourism leaders warn that aging roads and visitor facilities risk future safety + economic benefits.
The Oglala Sioux Tribe challenged the Bear Lodge Rare Earth Project as federal review continues for plans to develop the Bull Hill Mine on Black Hills National Forest land.
The tribe demands formal consultation (citing treaty rights) and lists concerns over water and sacred sites.
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