Volleyball Roundup – Scoopers take down Custer 3 sets to 1

CUSTER, S.D. – In high school volleyball on Tuesday night, the Sturgis Scoopers invaded Custer and left town with a victory, defeating the Wildcats three-sets-to-one. The Scoopers won the first […]

Brandon Valley tops O'Gorman, 34-21

Friday Night Hike-September 4th

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) -High school football teams hit the field for some big games Friday night. Sturgis picked up a big win over RC Central. We have highlights from that game and many more in the Friday Night Hike.

Rapid City Stevens boys soccer shuts out SF Christian

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Fifth-ranked Rapid City Stevens made the most of rare shooting opportunities, finding the net twice for a 2-0 win in a defensive battle with Sioux Falls […]

Rapid City Stevens Boys Soccer Shuts Out Sioux Falls Christian 2-0

RAPID CITY, S.D. – The Rapid City Stevens High School boys varsity soccer team secured a 2-0 victory over the Sioux Falls Christian Chargers on Friday evening at Sioux Park. […]

Rapid City Central High School Closed Wednesday Due to Power Outage

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Classes at Rapid City Central High School were canceled Wednesday after a power outage affected the facility. Rapid City Area Schools announced the closure Wednesday morning, saying students will not attend classes for the day while officials work through the situation. School district leaders thanked...

Heat Forces Early Dismissal at 10 Rapid City Schools Thursday

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Several Rapid City Area Schools buildings will release students early Thursday because of high temperatures and ongoing heat-related conditions. The affected schools are Grandview, Horace Mann, Meadowbrook, Rapid Valley, Robbinsdale, Pinedale, South Canyon, South Park and Wilson elementary schools, along with North Middle School. District...

Power Outage Forces Cancellation of Classes at Rapid City Central High School

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Classes at Rapid City Central High School have been canceled for Wednesday, Sept. 2, following a power outage at the facility. Rapid City Area Schools announced […]

Hill City takes the top spot West River

Hill City once again is taking a top ranking in schools across the state, ranking third in this year’s U.S. News and World Report. The rankings, which were reported Aug. 18, shows Hill City was the highest-ranked high school in West River. It ranked behind Lincoln High School in Sioux Falls and Brandon Valley High School in Brandon.

Rapid City Area Schools alerts families after student brings airsoft gun to school

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Rapid City Area Schools sent out an alert Monday evening notifying families about a student who brought an airsoft gun to school and showed it to other students. According to the district, administrators learned of the incident Monday evening and confirmed the item was an...

Lead-Deadwood School District Approves Budget Amid State Funding Changes

LEAD, S.D. – The Lead-Deadwood School District has adopted its budget for the 2026-27 school year, with higher mill levies in several categories as officials work to offset changes in state law. District leaders say a new state cap on owner-occupied property tax levies has reduced potential general fund...

Newly expanded Surbeck Center welcomes students

RAPID CITY, SD — South Dakota Mines students returning to campus this fall are finding a newly renovated Surbeck Center, following the completion of a more than $10 million expansion […]

School community helps Loneman School overcome transportation challenges

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Isna Wica Owayawa-Loneman School is thanking neighboring schools and community partners for helping students get to class after transportation problems created a challenging start to the school year. School officials described the first week as a “bumpy start,” with buses undergoing repairs. American Horse School,...

BHSU Chiller Failure Leaves Students Coping with Heat During First Week of Classes

SPEARFISH, S.D. – Students returning to Black Hills State University are dealing with unusually warm classrooms and residence halls after a major cooling system failure on campus. University officials say one of the school’s two main chillers broke down on August 21st, the same day students moved in for...

Former Rushmore Tsunami Swimmer Mazie Moberly Commits to University of Tampa

RAPID CITY, S.D. – National qualifier Mazie Moberly has announced her verbal commitment to swim for the University of Tampa for the 2027-28 season and beyond. Moberly, who specializes in […]

New West Middle School Principal Focused on Relationships, Visibility and Building on School Traditions

RAPID CITY, S.D. — As West Middle School prepares for the new school year, incoming Principal Bobbie Morrison says her priority is building relationships, maintaining the school’s strong traditions and […]

Meet the Elevate Leadership Class of 2027

Set to begin September 10, the Elevate Leadership Institute (ELI) 9-month program provides participants with the background, unique experiences, and insights necessary to assume leadership positions in the community. By the end of the program, an ELI graduate will advance their desire to serve, engage, lead, and inspire others to join them to achieve even greater success.

Douglas school board member recognized for six years of service

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A Douglas School District board member is being recognized for six years of service to the local school system. Amy McGovern received the Associated School Boards of South Dakota’s Distinguished Service Award, which recognizes school board members for milestone years of service. McGovern’s recognition...

Bennett County rolls over New Underwood in high school football

NEW UNDERWOOD, S.D. - The New Underwood Tigers kicked off week two of the high school football season by hosting the Bennett County Warriors. The Warriors jumped out to an early lead and went on to beat the Tigers, 42-6. Bennett County went up 14-0 in the first quarter after...

BHSU president highlights enrollment, new programs and campus improvements

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Black Hills State University President Steve Elliott highlighted enrollment growth, new academic programs and campus improvements during his annual State of the University address Wednesday. Elliott told faculty and staff the university has had a year of momentum and is focused on preparing students for...