Category Archives: Local/State Headlines
Meade County Commission Approves Air Park Development Near Rapid City
The Meade County Commission has given initial approval to a proposed air park and housing development north of Rapid City. The project, led by Infinity Properties LLC, includes 51 residential lots and...
Jim Kallas Jul 23, 2025
Budget Proposal Sparks Alarm Over Storm Forecasting and Disaster Aid
Amid summer storms, a new national poll reveals strong bipartisan resistance to proposed federal cuts to FEMA and the National Weather Service. South Dakota Rep. Dusty Johnson has voiced concerns, cal...
Jim Kallas Jul 23, 2025
Union Warns of Postal Service Privatization Impact in South Dakota
A new television ad airing across South Dakota is sounding the alarm over potential privatization of the U.S. Postal Service. The American Postal Workers Union claims the move could lead to higher cos...
Jim Kallas Jul 23, 2025
Rapid City Council Approves Libertyland USA Theme Park Project
The Rapid City Council has officially voted in favor of the proposed Libertyland USA theme park, paving the way for what could become South Dakota's largest entertainment and residential development. ...
Jim Kallas Jul 22, 2025
"Complete and Total Endorsement": Trump Backs Rounds for Senate
President Donald Trump has endorsed Sen. Mike Rounds for reelection, following Rounds' pivotal role in advancing legislation to rescind federal funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid. Rounds,...
Jim Kallas Jul 22, 2025
Hunger Relief Groups Warn of Ripple Effects from SNAP Cut
Recent changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are raising alarms among South Dakota food banks and pantries, as expanded work requirements and funding reductions begin to take...
Jim Kallas Jul 22, 2025
ICE Confirms Active Investigation at Trail King Facility in Mitchell
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has confirmed an active investigation at the Trail King Industries site in Mitchell, South Dakota. The probe was first hinted at in June after multiple t...
Jim Kallas Jul 22, 2025
Toby Doeden Tops Early Ad Spending in South Dakota Governor's Race
South Dakota gubernatorial hopeful Toby Doeden has spent nearly $187,000 on broadcast TV ads just weeks after launching his campaign-an unusually early and aggressive move with the Republican primary ...
Jim Kallas Jul 22, 2025
Mayor Salamun to Present 2026 City Budget in Public Rapid City Session
Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun will unveil the proposed 2026 city budget during a public special session scheduled for Monday, July 28 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The meeting will feature th...
Jim Kallas Jul 21, 2025
High-Speed Chases Keep Sturgis Police Busy Over Weekend
Sturgis Police were involved in two high-speed chases over consecutive nights, both ending in arrests. The latest incident occurred overnight from Saturday into Sunday when officers attempted to stop ...
Jim Kallas Jul 21, 2025
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