Category Archives: Local/State Headlines
City Issues Correction Ahead of Utility Payment System Upgrade
Rapid City's Public Works Department is correcting an error in a recent mailer sent to utility customers about the upcoming end of the "Sure Pay" automatic payment program. The mailer listed the wrong...
Jim Kallas Jan 13, 2026
Community Welcomes Back Rapid City Soldiers After Yearlong Deployment
The South Dakota National Guard welcomed home the Rapid Citybased 109th Engineer Battalion on Sunday, Jan. 11, celebrating the return of roughly 50 soldiers after a 13month deployment to the U.S. sout...
Jim Kallas Jan 13, 2026
22‑Year‑Olds from Sturgis, Deadwood Die in Highway 385 Rollover
Two people were killed late Saturday night in a singlevehicle rollover crash on U.S. Highway 385, about 10 miles north of Hill City. The crash was reported at 10:12 p.m. on January 10, 2026, near mile...
Jim Kallas Jan 12, 2026
Rhoden Pre‑Files Bill to Support Airport Expansions in Sioux Falls, Rapid City
Governor Larry Rhoden announced that he has prefiled Senate Bill 76, a proposal aimed at supporting major expansion projects at the Sioux Falls and Rapid City airports through 0% interest loans of up ...
Jim Kallas Jan 12, 2026
Business Owner Holds Suspected Burglar at Gunpoint Until Deputies Arrive
A Rapid City man was arrested early Saturday morning after a business owner confronted a burglar inside his establishment and held him at gunpoint until deputies arrived, according to the Meade County...
Jim Kallas Jan 12, 2026
Landowners to Gather in Pierre for Property Rights Rally
South Dakota landowners and agricultural producers will gather at the Capitol Rotunda on Jan. 12, 2026, for the South Dakota Property Rights Rally, an event focused on private property protections and...
Jim Kallas Jan 12, 2026
Suspect Arrested After Homeowner Fires Shots During Vehicle Theft Attempt
A Rapid City man was arrested late Friday night after authorities say he attempted to steal a vehicle, prompting a homeowner to fire shots while trying to stop him. The Meade County Sheriff's Office r...
Jim Kallas Jan 12, 2026
Windstorm Cleanup Ongoing as Custer State Park Welcomes Back Visitors
Custer State Park has reopened to visitors following a powerful December windstorm, but officials are urging people to stay alert, particularly around damaged trees. Parks regional supervisor Matt Sny...
Jim Kallas Jan 12, 2026
Mines Forum Aims to Boost Transparency Ahead of High‑Profile TIF Vote
The South Dakota Mines Student Association Senate will host one of the final public forums before the Jan. 20 special election on the proposed Destination District TIF, which includes the planned Libe...
Jim Kallas Jan 12, 2026
Local Residents Urged to Stay Involved as Piedmont Mine Debate Intensifies
Dozens of residents gathered at American Legion Post 311 to oppose a proposed limestone mine in Piedmont, saying the state approved the project without notifying local homeowners or city officials. Ac...
Jim Kallas Jan 12, 2026






