Category Archives: Local/State Headlines
Western South Dakota Legislative Races: House Winners Decided
PIERRE, S.D. - With all precincts reporting and results remaining unofficial until certification, voters have selected their representatives in several western South Dakota State House districts. In D...
Claysen Davis Nov 4, 2026
Catherine Barranco Elected South Dakota State Auditor, Becomes First Woman in Office in More Than 50 Years
PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota voters have elected Catherine Barranco as the state's next auditor, completing a campaign that began after the death of her husband, former candidate David Barranco. As of ...
Claysen Davis Nov 4, 2026
RCAS Bond Issue Approved by Voters, Clearing Key Hurdle for School Improvements
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Voters have approved the Rapid City Area Schools District 51-4 bond issue, giving the district the support needed to move forward with more than $107 million in school improvement p...
Claysen Davis Nov 4, 2026
South Dakota Voters Keep Republicans in Top State and Federal Offices
PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota voters largely maintained the Republican hold on statewide and federal offices in Tuesday's election, re-electing Governor Larry Rhoden, sending Marty Jackley to Congress, ...
Claysen Davis Nov 4, 2026
Deadwood Gaming Revenues Continue Climb as September Handle Jumps More Than 10 Percent
DEADWOOD, S.D. - Deadwood's gaming industry continued its strong 2026 performance in September, posting another month of growth and marking a third consecutive quarter of gains. According to the South...
Claysen Davis Nov 3, 2026
Sturgis Council Approves $25.5 Million Budget for 2027
STURGIS, S.D. - The Sturgis City Council has given final approval to the city's 2027 budget. During Monday night's meeting, council members passed the second and final reading of the spending plan, wh...
Claysen Davis Nov 3, 2026
Semi Rollover Shuts Down Westbound I-90 Near Wall for Several Hours
RAPID CITY, S.D. - A semi-truck rollover temporarily closed westbound Interstate 90 in eastern Pennington County Tuesday, causing traffic delays near Wall. According to the South Dakota Highway Patrol...
Claysen Davis Nov 3, 2026
'Picture Our Past' Event Seeks Historic Photos to Preserve Rapid City's Story
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City residents are being invited to help preserve local history by sharing old photographs at a special community event this weekend. The Rapid City Historic Preservation Comm...
Claysen Davis Nov 3, 2026
Rapid City Announces Veterans Day Closures, Service Changes and Community Events
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City residents should prepare for several service changes next week as the city observes Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11. Most city offices will be closed for the holid...
Claysen Davis Nov 3, 2026

KOTA News Veteran Jack Caudill Honored by Former Colleagues After 43-Year Career
Photo from KOTA Territory News Facebook Page: RAPID CITY, S.D. - After more than four decades delivering the news to viewers across western South Dakota, longtime KOTA Territory News anchor and...
Claysen Davis Nov 3, 2026








