State & Local News
Update: Names released in fatal plane crash
UPDATE: The pilot of the plane, Isaac Malsom (47) of Box Elder, SD, sustained life-threatening injuries and was life flighted to Monument Hospital. The passenger in the plane, Martin Zorilla Nunez (35) of Box Elder, SD, died on scene from injuries sustained in the crash. The Federal Aviation Administration is investiga...
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Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Accident on West Omaha Street
Rapid City police responded to reports of a motorcycle accident near the intersection of West Omaha Street and Cross Street At approximately 6:30 PM Tuesday evening,. Upon arrival, officers located the injured motorcyclist, who was subsequently transported to the hospital by an arriving medical unit. Witnesses at the s...
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Rapid City to Gain 12-Bedroom Ronald McDonald House by 2026
Rapid City will soon be home to a 12-bedroom Ronald McDonald House designed to serve families with children receiving treatment at Monument Health-Rapid City. Announced Wednesday, the $7 million project is a partnership between Ronald McDonald House-South Dakota and Monument Health. The house will offer free lodging fo...
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Sturgis Gears Up for 85th Motorcycle Rally with Record Crowds Expected
The streets of Sturgis are already buzzing as motorcycles begin rolling in for the 85th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. With attendance expected to surpass the usual 450,000 mark, city crews are working around the clock to finalize preparations for the 10 day event. Public Works teams are juggling regular duties-like ...
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From Paraprofessional to Teacher: South Dakota Apprenticeship Program Gains Traction
South Dakota's teacher apprenticeship program, launched in 2023, is showing promising results in addressing the state's educator shortage. Of the 59 graduates so far, 41 have signed contracts to teach in 31 public school districts and three private schools. The initiative allows full-time paraprofessionals to earn disc...
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