Author Archives: Jim Kallas
Back-to-School Means Back-to-Slowing Down: RCPD Urges Caution in School Zones
As students return to school, law enforcement agencies across the region are stepping up efforts to ensure safe commutes-especially in school zones. Rapid City students begin classes Tuesday, and the ...
Jim Kallas Aug 19, 2025
Kevin Bacon to Headline "Bright Note" Speaker Series in Rapid City This Fall
Award-winning actor, musician, and philanthropist Kevin Bacon will take the stage in Rapid City this fall as part of the John T. Vucurevich Foundation's "Bright Note" speaker series. The event, titled...
Jim Kallas Aug 19, 2025
Governor Rhoden Leads International Push to Expand South Dakota's Economic Footprint
A delegation of South Dakota leaders, including Governor Larry Rhoden, is traveling to Ireland and the United Kingdom on a trade mission aimed at expanding international markets for key state industri...
Jim Kallas Aug 19, 2025
Congressman Johnson Joins Rapid City Roundtable to Tackle West River Economic Concerns
Elevate Rapid City hosted a business roundtable yesterday featuring Congressman Dusty Johnson, offering local leaders a chance to discuss key issues affecting the West River region and broader South D...
Jim Kallas Aug 19, 2025
Authorities Respond to Shooting Near Fairgrounds; Juvenile Suspect Detained
At approximately 10:05 p.m. Saturday night, law enforcement responded to reports of a shooting in the parking lot west of the Pennington County Fairgrounds. Upon arrival, officers located a juvenile m...
Jim Kallas Aug 18, 2025
Special and Regular Council Meetings Set to Address Budget, Infrastructure, and Public Safety
The Rapid City Council will convene for a Special Session tonight at 5:00 p.m. to begin formal discussions on the Mayor's proposed budget for fiscal year 2026. The meeting, will be held at City Hall, ...
Jim Kallas Aug 18, 2025
Johnson Siding Fire Crew Responds to Small Fire in Black Hills
A five-person crew from the Johnson Siding Volunteer Fire Department responded to a small fire near Pactola Reservoit at approximately 6:15 p.m Saturday evening. The fire was traced to an unattended c...
Jim Kallas Aug 18, 2025
South Dakota Election Board Aligns Rules with New 2025 Laws
The State Board of Elections approved a slate of rule changes Thursday to align with new laws passed by the 2025 legislature. Key updates include revised voter residency requirements and a major shift...
Jim Kallas Aug 18, 2025
South Dakota Targets Energy and Manufacturing Growth with $1.8M Investment
The South Dakota Board of Economic Development is supporting two major expansion projects aimed at boosting the state's energy and manufacturing sectors. COAXIS LNG Processing will receive $1.2 millio...
Jim Kallas Aug 18, 2025
South Dakota Lawmakers Hear Public Concerns on Rising Property Taxes
South Dakota's Comprehensive Property Tax Task Force held hearings in Aberdeen this week, gathering public input on rising property taxes and uneven burdens across the state. Task force chair Sen. Chr...
Jim Kallas Aug 14, 2025






