Category Archives: Local/State Headlines
Box Elder Joins Shortlist for State Prison Location Amid Planning Talks
Two additional locations have emerged as potential sites for South Dakota's new men's prison. The Project Prison Reset task force is now considering land in northeast Sioux Falls and Box Elder, along ...
Jim Kallas Jun 25, 2025
Gun Industry Donates Nearly $2M to Public Shooting Range Project
A $20 million, state-owned shooting complex under construction near Rapid City is drawing attention for its size, funding-and controversy. Slated to open this fall, the 400-acre Pete Lien & Sons S...
Jim Kallas Jun 25, 2025
Health Officials Urge Caution After First West Nile Cases of the Season
West Nile virus has been detected for the first time this season in mosquito pools from Aberdeen and Minnehaha County, prompting health officials to urge precautions as mosquito activity increases. St...
Jim Kallas Jun 25, 2025
Grassroots Group Rallies for Return of Passenger Rail in South Dakota
A grassroots movement is gaining steam in South Dakota to restore long-distance passenger rail service. This week, the group All Aboard Northwest is crisscrossing the state as part of its "Train Trek"...
Jim Kallas Jun 25, 2025
State Employees Begin Training Ahead of July 1 Ethics Law Rollout
Two new government accountability laws will take effect in South Dakota on July 1, with training for state employees already in progress. Signed by Governor Larry Rhoden, the legislation is designed t...
Jim Kallas Jun 25, 2025
Game On: New Sports Complex Moves Closer to Reality in Rapid City
Rapid City is one step closer to a major new sports complex thanks to a land donation announced by Mayor Jason Salamun. Pete Lien & Sons will contribute nearly 23 acres in north Rapid City-near ho...
Jim Kallas Jun 24, 2025
20th Annual Guns n Hoses Blood Drive Begins Today
The 20th annual Guns n Hoses Blood Drive gets underway today at Uptown Mall in Rapid City. This friendly competition between local law enforcement and firefighters aims to boost summer blood donations...
Jim Kallas Jun 24, 2025
Fuel Costs on the Rise as Oil Markets React to U.S.-Iran Conflict
Gas prices are rising across South Dakota and the nation. AAA reports The state average climbed about 5 cents last week to $3.02 per gallon, with prices ranging from $2.86 to $3.24. While higher than ...
Jim Kallas Jun 24, 2025
Pennington County Sheriff's Office Ramps Up Lake Patrols Ahead of Felony Boating Law
To prepare for new state laws taking effect July 1, the Pennington County Sheriff's Office is ramping up boat patrols on Pactola Reservoir and Sheridan Lake. These efforts aim to promote safety, educa...
Jim Kallas Jun 24, 2025
South Dakota Ranchers Donate $300K to Fight Hunger
South Dakota ranchers are making a powerful impact in the fight against hunger. At this year's Prime Time Gala, the South Dakota Cattlemen's Foundation donated over $300,000 to Feeding South Dakota-fu...
Jim Kallas Jun 24, 2025
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