Category Archives: Local/State Headlines
Fireworks Rules in Pennington County for New Year's
Before celebrating the New Year with fireworks, officials are reminding residents to follow local regulations. In Pennington County, fireworks may be discharged Dec. 27-Jan. 1 under state law, and res...
Jim Kallas Dec 31, 2025
After 15 Years of Service, Hope Center to Disband and Donate Remaining Funds
Two years after losing its downtown Rapid City location and 15 years after opening its doors, the Hope Center's board of directors has announced the organization will dissolve. The decision was shared...
Jim Kallas Dec 30, 2025
Tribal, Federal Leaders Honor Wounded Knee Victims on 135th Anniversary
Tribal and federal leaders gathered at the Wounded Knee site to mark the 135th anniversary of the 1890 massacre, an event that also celebrated a major milestone in protecting the land. All three membe...
Jim Kallas Dec 30, 2025
South Dakota Secures $189.4 Million for Rural Health Transformation
Governor Larry Rhoden and the Department of Health (DOH) announced that South Dakota has secured $189.4 million in federal funding for Fiscal Year 2026 through the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Pr...
Jim Kallas Dec 30, 2025
Visit Rapid City Leads Planning for America 250 Events in 2026
Rapid City is launching local efforts for America 250, the nationwide celebration of the United States' 250th birthday in 2026. Visit Rapid City, in partnership with the City of Rapid City, is coordin...
Jim Kallas Dec 30, 2025
Unified Election Date Aims to Simplify Voting in Meade County
Meade County officials are preparing for a new state law requiring municipalities and school districts to hold elections on the same day as the county, giving local entities the option to combine thei...
Jim Kallas Dec 30, 2025
Gold Coin Gifts Boost Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign
The Salvation Army of the Black Hills has received its third gold coin of the holiday season, continuing a long-running mystery tradition. The newest donation-an Austrian gold coin worth nearly $4,500...
Jim Kallas Dec 30, 2025
Native Tourism Alliance Works to Build Tribal Tourism Across South Dakota
South Dakota News Watch is reporting Tribal nations in South Dakota are slowly warming to tourism as the South Dakota Native Tourism Alliance (SDNTA) works with tribal leaders to reframe it as a tool ...
Jim Kallas Dec 30, 2025
Rapid City Opens Christmas Tree Drop-Off Sites Through January 31
Rapid City residents can once again drop off natural Christmas trees, wreaths, and garland at the city's remote disposal sites, which are now open through January 31. Items must be free of all decorat...
Jim Kallas Dec 30, 2025
AAA South Dakota, MADD Team Up to Combat Drunk Driving on New Year's Eve
New Years Eve will bring scores of people partying to ring in 2026. It can also be a dangerous night as many will chose to drive after consuming alcoholic beverages. Shawn Steward with Triple-A South ...
Jim Kallas Dec 30, 2025
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