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Rapid City
Thursday, November 7th, 2024
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Indian University of North America at Crazy Horse Memorial plans to host a College Fair and introduce a new health and wellness program during the 2024 Lakota Nation Invitational, offering educational opportunities for over 3,000 students. KOTA
- ➤ Corral Drive Elementary School students learn about the voting process through a mock election, choosing between Oreos and Chips Ahoy, highlighting the importance of participating in democracy. KOTA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pennington County State's Attorney's Office receives over $140,000 in grants to enhance services for victims of violent crimes, including immediate housing needs and salaries for victim advocates. KOTA
- ➤ South Dakota voters maintained a near-total ban on abortion, rejected recreational marijuana, and declined proposals on removing sales tax from food and implementing a 'jungle' primary system. KBHB
- ➤ South Dakota Attorney General discusses the need for legal clarity on measures to prohibit sales taxes on consumables and legalize recreational marijuana before their potential enactment in 2025. KOTA
- ➤ The Pennington County Commission approved the design for a $168 million jail expansion project aiming to address overcrowding and infrastructure problems by adding three floors and over 600 beds. KOTA
- ➤ State Sen. Helene Duhamel secures a third term in the South Dakota Legislature, winning 60% of the vote over independent challenger Karen McNeal. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ In South Dakota, 66.3% voter turnout resulted in key ballot measures being decided, including the rejection of recreational marijuana and an abortion rights amendment, with Constitutional Amendment F passing to impose a work requirement for Medicaid benefits. KOTA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Scores and outcomes from the South Dakota prep volleyball matches on Tuesday, November 5, showcasing wins across several regions. KBHB
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Drew Estate Sales Event at Tinder Box
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Hill City Senior Sunday Breakfast Feast
Experience a delightful all-you-can-eat Sunday breakfast featuring a variety of delicious options including eggs, sausage, pancakes, and more.
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Festival of Lights Parade in Rapid City
Experience a magical evening filled with dazzling floats and the wonder of thousands of twinkling lights in downtown Rapid City.
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Nutcracker! A Magical Christmas Ballet Experience
Experience the enchanting world of ballet with the classic performance of the Nutcracker, filled with mesmerizing choreography and emotive storytelling.
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