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From Rapid City Journal, KOTA Territory News and 9 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
Rapid City Journal1 hour ago
Greenfield elected for second term as Commissioner of School and Public Lands, on Rapid City Journal“I’m excited to continue on. It’s been a good four years. I’ve learned a lot and I think I have a lot to offer in my next four years," Greenfield
KOTA Territory News2 hours ago
Rapid City residents invited to share historic photos for preservation project, on KOTA Territory NewsRapid City’s Journey Museum and Historic Preservation Commission host ‘Picture Our Past’ on Nov. 8, scanning pre-1977 local photos for a public historic map.
Rapid City Journal2 hours ago
South Dakota voters approve passage of unclaimed property trust fund, on Rapid City JournalOf the four constitutional amendments on the ballot, Amendment K was the only one where a "no" argument was not submitted to the South Dakota Secretary of State.
The Rapid City Post2 hours ago
Multiple Agencies Respond to Falling Rock for Climber Injured in Long Fall, on The Rapid City PostMultiple agencies, including JSFD, the Pennington County Sheriff's Office, Search and Rescue, USFS Law Enforcement and RCFD Medic 5, worked together Wednesday to rescue an injured climber at Falling Rock.
Rapid City Journal2 hours ago
Amendment I on Medicaid fails: What this means for South Dakotans, on Rapid City JournalSouth Dakota voters rejected Amendment I, preserving expanded Medicaid coverage in the South Dakota Constitution if federal funding drops below 90%.
Also reported byKOTA Territory News
KOTA Territory News2 hours ago
‘He’s Nothing But a Miracle’: Pine Ridge Family Launches GoFundMe to Fund Son’s Complex Brain Injury Recovery, on KOTA Territory NewsAfter surviving a stray bullet through his Pine Ridge home and enduring eight strokes that left him partially paralyzed, Steven Lopez is defying medical odds as he recovers in Sioux Falls
KOTA3 hours ago
Rapid City Delays Decision on Data Center Regulations, on KOTARAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City officials are seeking more time to review public feedback before moving forward with proposed regulations for data cente...
Also reported byKOTA Territory News
Rapid City Journal3 hours ago
South Dakota doubles down on citizenship requirement for voters with Constitutional Amendment J passage, on Rapid City JournalFederal law prohibits non-citizens from voting, but the amendment still garnered significant majority support.
Rapid City Journal4 hours ago
Baxter 'excited and grateful' to be elected as South Dakota Secretary of State, on Rapid City Journal“Just a thank you to the people of South Dakota for choosing me for the job. Whether they voted for me or not, I will work for everyone,” Baxter said.
Rapid City Journal4 hours ago
Helene Duhamel reflects on SD Senate race win, says she's 'thrilled' and 'truly humbled', on Rapid City JournalState Sen. Helene Duhamel won her fourth and final term after beating challenger Jeff Shelton in Tuesday's election.
KOTA Territory News5 hours ago
Monument Health expands into Wyoming with new Gillette clinic, on KOTA Territory NewsMonument Health opened its Gillette Clinic at 469 WYO 50 on Monday, offering primary care, diagnostics, and specialty services to over 21,000 Wyoming patients.
Rapid City Journal5 hours ago
Rapid City Psychologist Offers Grief Support Without the Waiting Room Wall, on Rapid City JournalLoss rarely follows a schedule. A person might handle the funeral, the paperwork and the first few weeks, then hit a wall months later when the casseroles stop coming and
Rapid City Journal6 hours ago
Constitutional amendment roundup: Medicaid amendment, 60% vote threshold rejected; Voter citizenship, unclaimed property fund pass, on Rapid City JournalHalf of the proposed constitutional amendments were rejected while the other half passed.
KELOLAND.com6 hours ago
RC recommends continuance on data center ordinance, on KELOLAND.comSIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – The Rapid City Community Development staff is scheduled to take up the proposed data centers ordinance at Thursday’s Planning Commission meeting. On September 10, the City introduced Ordinance 6746 to amend the data center regulations to create more safeguards for known issues related to data center. The Planning Commission continued
KOTA6 hours ago
Rapid City Surpasses $400 Million in Building Permit Valuation, on KOTARAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City has reached a major construction milestone, surpassing 400 million dollars in building permit valuation for only the sec...
KOTA Territory News6 hours ago
Teen recovering after Rapid City hit-and-run; fundraiser launched to help family, on KOTA Territory NewsA GoFundMe has been set up to support 14-year-old Emma as she recovers from multiple surgeries after being hit and dragged in a Rapid City crosswalk on Oct. 27.
Also reported byKOTA
KBHB Radio6 hours ago
Rapid City approaches historical valuation mark, on KBHB RadioRAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City’s Building Services Division issued 225 building permits in October with a combined valuation total of more than $27 million, and just the second time
Also reported byThe Rapid City Post
KOTA6 hours ago
Pennington County Sheriff’s Office Launches New K-9 Drug Detection Program, on KOTARAPID CITY, S.D. - The Pennington County Sheriff's Office is expanding its crime-fighting capabilities with the addition of two new K-9 drug detection...
The Rapid City Post7 hours ago
What was the ballot question for Hill City?, on The Rapid City PostHILL CITY, SD – After the local election results, there has been an outpouring of questions regarding the Hill City ballot question and what it means now that it has passed. Hill city will impose a 1% sales tax for 5 years, January 2027 through 2031. The money raised will go towards water and sewer…
KELOLAND.com7 hours ago
Pennington County Sheriff’s Office gets new K9 program, on KELOLAND.comSIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office (PSCO) announced a new K9 drug program Wednesday morning. PSCO introduced two new K9 units to the program, Tiger and Ranger. Tiger is a one-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer, named after the New Underwood Tigers. And Ranger is named for the Hill City mascot, and is
KOTA Territory News7 hours ago
Visit Rapid City breaks down the economic and community impact of recent major events, on KOTA Territory NewsCarter Soyer sits down with Visit Rapid City CEO Ally Formanek to break down the community and tourism impacts of recent large-scale events and future bookings.
KOTA Territory News7 hours ago
Wings and Rings owners dish on game-day favorites and tailgating tips, on KOTA Territory NewsCarter Soyer sits down with Wings and Rings owners Scott and Jennifer Landguth to talk tailgating essentials, wing flavors, bone-in vs. boneless, and party prep.
The Rapid City Post7 hours ago
School bond approved, now the implementation starts, on The Rapid City PostRAPID CITY, SD – Voters overwhelmingly supported the Rapid City Area Schools bond referendum Tuesday night voting 67% in favor of a $107 million bond for Rapid City school district priorities. The vote ends a 50-year bond drought the district has suffered since state law changed requiring school bond proposals meet the 60 percent threshold.…
The Rapid City Post7 hours ago
Sturgis Council approves liquor/wine and medical cannabis license renewals, on The Rapid City PostSTURGIS, S.D. – The Sturgis City Council this week approved annual renewals of on/off sale liquor and wine licenses, with one exception. That exception was the renewal from Dollar General […]
KBHB Radio7 hours ago
Rapid City staff to recommend continuance on data center ordinance, on KBHB RadioRAPID CITY, S.D. — Based on feedback and recommendations from the public during the recent survey comment period, Rapid City Community Development staff at Thursday’s Planning Commission will recommend to
KOTA Territory News8 hours ago
Pleasant Stretch, on KOTA Territory NewsThis is your Wednesday, November 4th First Alert Forecast for KOTA Territory
SDPB8 hours ago
Rapid City passes first school bond effort since Nixon Presidency, on SDPBFor the first time since the early 1970s, Rapid City has approved a school bond vote. Officials say this bond ensures each school has air conditioning, a new school can be built and modern security measures can be implemented districtwide.
KOTA Territory News10 hours ago
South Dakota minimum wage covers just 58% of basic living costs, study finds, on KOTA Territory NewsA SmartAsset study reveals South Dakota’s $11.85 minimum wage covers just 58% of basic living expenses for a single adult, falling short of a $42,703 living wage.
KOTA11 hours ago
RCAS Bond Issue Approved by Voters, Clearing Key Hurdle for School Improvements, on KOTARAPID CITY, S.D. - Voters have approved the Rapid City Area Schools District 51-4 bond issue, giving the district the support needed to move forward w...
KBHB Radio11 hours ago
County Commission races – Haines, Nelson win in Meade County, on KBHB RadioSTURGIS, S.D. – In the race for two spots on the Meade County Commission, Glen Haines defeated Lisa Schieffer in the district 1 race and Philip Nelson defeated Bob Burns
KBHB Radio11 hours ago
Rapid City Voters Approve $107 Million School Bond, on KBHB RadioRAPID CITY, S.D. —Voters approved a $107 million bond for Rapid City Area Schools in Tuesday's general election. Unofficial results from the South Dakota Secretary of State's Office showed 22,530
DRGNews12 hours ago
Region playoff & regular season Tuesday night high school volleyball scores, on DRGNewsClass AA regular season scores: Huron- 3, Pierre- 0 Sioux Falls Lincoln- 3 Yankton- 1 Aberdeen Central- 3, Sio...
Rapid City Journal12 hours ago
The not-so-new head coach who is helping transform Sturgis volleyball, on Rapid City JournalSharon Peterson is back at Sturgis for her second stint as the Scoopers' head coach. She's helping foster a sense of improvement in her first year back.
KELOLAND.com12 hours ago
More wet weather today in eastern KELOLAND; Warmer this weekend, on KELOLAND.comSIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — We have another cloudy and rainy day in eastern KELOLAND with highs only in the 40s. We’ll keep an eye on the clearing line that will slowly move east during the day in central SD. You can see all the details on Futurecast in the video below. KELOLAND Futurecast the
Aberdeen Insider18 hours ago
Election 2026: South Dakotans keep congressional delegation firmly in GOP hands, on Aberdeen InsiderRAPID CITY – South Dakota’s longtime state prosecutor is headed to Washington. And Congressman-elect Marty Jackley will join Sen. Mike……
Rapid City Journal19 hours ago
Rapid City school bond set to pass with 69% in favor late on Election Night, on Rapid City JournalThe bond, if approved, will finance school improvements, including constructing, renovating and improving school facilities.
The Dakota Scout20 hours ago
Rhoden endures long path to victory in governor's race, on The Dakota ScoutGovernor faced contentious primary, historic runoff to make general election
Dakota News Now20 hours ago
Larry Rhoden elected as South Dakota’s governor, on Dakota News NowIncumbent Larry Rhoden has been elected as South Dakota’s next governor.
KBHB Radio21 hours ago
South Dakota Prep Volleyball Scoreboard for Tuesday, November 3, on KBHB RadioUNDATED - South Dakota Prep Volleyball Scoreboard for Tuesday, November 3: Brandon Valley def. Watertown, 25-22, 25-17, 25-22 Huron def. Riggs, 25-21, 25-13, 25-13 Kadoka def. Philip, 25-21, 25-20, 25-20
Rapid City JournalYesterday
Bobcats win, play No. 1 team next, on Rapid City JournalThe Hemingford Bobcats kept their football season going during the first round of the Class D-2 playoffs by defeating David City Aquinas 58-35 at home last Friday night, Oct. 30.
In brief
The short notes of Good Day Rapid City’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.
Veterans DayIf you need city services on Wed., Nov. 11, plan ahead: most city offices, including the Rapid City Public Library, will be closed, and so will the landfill.
If you need city services on Wed., Nov. 11, plan ahead: most city offices, including the Rapid City Public Library, will be closed, and so will the landfill. RapidRide and Dial-A-Ride won't run that day, and Tuesday and Wednesday trash routes will be collected one day early.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KOTA
Public commentOn Monday night, the Common Council approved moving the three-minute public comment period to the end of its meetings instead of the beginning.
On Monday night, the Common Council approved moving the three-minute public comment period to the end of its meetings instead of the beginning. The resolution says the change "better accommodates the needs of the public in attendance at the meeting for a specific item and to support the work of the City Council."
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Rapid City Post
Chili cookoffThe city's second annual Community Chili Cookoff at the Dahl Arts Center raised nearly $26,000 for the City Utility Assist program.
The city's second annual Community Chili Cookoff at the Dahl Arts Center raised nearly $26,000 for the City Utility Assist program. It helps residents facing temporary financial hardships pay for essential city utility services.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KOTA
Old photosIf you have photos of Rapid City that are at least 50 years old, bring up to three to The Journey Museum on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m.
If you have photos of Rapid City that are at least 50 years old, bring up to three to The Journey Museum on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. They need to show local homes, buildings, businesses, signs, streetscapes or other community landmarks from 1976 or earlier. Photos are scanned and returned right away.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KOTA
Signing offLongtime KOTA Territory News anchor and reporter Jack Caudill is stepping away from the newsroom after a 43-year career.
Longtime KOTA Territory News anchor and reporter Jack Caudill is stepping away from the newsroom after a 43-year career. Former colleagues are sharing messages of appreciation and congratulations.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KOTA
Demo derbyUltimate Derby's Gold Rush Nationals begins today at The Monument and runs through Sat., Nov.
Ultimate Derby's Gold Rush Nationals begins today at The Monument and runs through Sat., Nov. 7. Competitors will vie for more than $250,000 in prize money across eight classes.
News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: The Rapid City Post
Sports complexResidents get a first look at concepts for the new community sports facility, and its official name, at a Nov.
Residents get a first look at concepts for the new community sports facility, and its official name, at a Nov. 10 open house at The Monument. It starts at 5:30 p.m. in LaCroix Hall, with city, Rapid City Sports Commission and Sanford Health officials taking questions.
News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: The Rapid City Post
Jobless rateRapid City's jobless rate was 1.7 percent in September, matching Sioux Falls and Bismarck, North Dakota.
Rapid City's jobless rate was 1.7 percent in September, matching Sioux Falls and Bismarck, North Dakota. Cleveland's rate was 1.9 percent.
News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: SiouxFalls.Business
Railroad museumThe South Dakota State Railroad Museum in Hill City will close after the building's owner decided not to renew its lease.
The South Dakota State Railroad Museum in Hill City will close after the building's owner decided not to renew its lease. Museum leaders say they must vacate by Feb. 1, 2027.
News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: KOTA Territory News
Volleyball pollRapid City Stevens (24-7) jumped into the final South Dakota Prep Media Volleyball Poll at No.
Rapid City Stevens (24-7) jumped into the final South Dakota Prep Media Volleyball Poll at No. 5 in Class AA. The Rapid City Journal calls it the Raiders' first top-five showing this year in that poll. Harrisburg (27-4) holds No. 1.
News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSources: Argus Leader, Rapid City Journal