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Data centers and ballot fights take center stage

Data center rules and the balance of power between South Dakota voters and lawmakers drove the debate on Dakota Town Hall's final election preview before the Nov. 3 vote. The Oct. 30 episode opened with Michael Calabrese, the Democratic candidate challenging Republican Sen. Taffy Howard in Rapid City's District 34. A later panel brought together Nathan Sanderson of the South Dakota Retailers Association, Patrick Lalley of Sioux Falls Live and Seth Tupper of South Dakota Searchlight to examine the statewide ballot.

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Bradley appoints Dawn Christenson as Sturgis finance officer

STURGIS, S.D. – Mayor Rod Bradley has appointed Dawn Christenson as the city’s next finance officer, bringing an experienced accounting and local government professional to advance the city’s financial operations. […]

Sturgis, SD · 3d

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Jackson Blvd. section to close Monday

RAPID CITY, SD - Effective Monday, SDN Communications will be conducting directional boring on a multi-block segment of Jackson Boulevard. The project will include closure of one lane of traffic. Traffic flow will be impacted on Jackson Boulevard with the westbound outside lane on Jackson Boulevard closed from West Main...

Rapid City, SD · 5d
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The economic pressures in Sioux Falls, Rapid City

Every quarter, the South Dakota Governor's Council of Economic Advisors meets to discuss the economy across the state. In this Your Money Matters we check in with two members to see how things are looking in South Dakota's two most populated areas as we enter quarter four.

Sioux Falls, SD · 3d

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The Daily Slice: Tuesday, November 03, 2026

The Daily Slice, your Black Hills news podcast in under 10 minutes. Delivered every morning Monday-Friday at homesliceaudio.com/dailyslice. Election Day: South Dakota Voters Head to Polls for Statewide Races and Local Issues. RAPID CITY, S.D. — Today is election day - voters nationwide head to the polls to decide a...

Rapid City, SD · 3d

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Ward 5 Council Members Invite Residents to ‘Friday Pie Day’ Town Hall at City Hall

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Rapid City residents will have an opportunity to meet with local elected officials this week during an informal community town hall event at City Hall. Ward 5 City Council members Laura Armstrong and Callie Meyer are hosting a “Friday Pie Day” meeting at 4:30 p.m. Friday in the Circle of Friends Community Room at City Hall.

Rapid City, SD · 3d

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Rapid City Dinosaur Park landmark to glow blue for World Diabetes Day

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - One of Rapid City’s most recognizable landmarks will turn blue this month to help raise awareness about diabetes. Deano the dino will be illuminated Nov. 14 as part of the global “Go Blue for Diabetes” campaign. The Falls in Sioux Falls will also light up blue in recognition of World Diabetes Day.

Rapid City, SD · 3d

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Indivisible Rapid City Holds Halloween-Themed Protest Downtown

About 50 people, many in Halloween costumes, gathered on Omaha Street for a peaceful protest organized by Indivisible Rapid City, with signs touching on voting, data centers and the federal government.

Rapid City, SD · 5d

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Rapid City Crews Begin Decorating Wilson Park for Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

RAPID CITY, S.D. – The holiday season is beginning to take shape in Rapid City as Parks Department crews prepare Wilson Park for the city’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Crews will spend Tuesday decorating the Mayor’s Tree and surrounding shrubs with more than 6,000 lights ahead of...

Rapid City, SD · 3d

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Parking expanded for Eleventh Street polling location

RAPID CITY, SD—Rapid City Public Works staff is continuing to work with the contractor on the South Street construction project to maintain access on Election Day next Tuesday to the Eleventh Street polling location at West Park Apartments. Since late September, crews with Halme, Inc. have been installing a...

Rapid City, SD · 3d

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Sturgis begins comprehensive plan update to guide community’s future

STURGIS, S.D. – The City of Sturgis is beginning an update of its Comprehensive Plan, giving residents an opportunity to help shape the community’s future growth and development. The city’s […]

Sturgis, SD · 3d

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Pennington County Democrats Renew Complaint Over Howard Campaign Finance Filing

RAPID CITY, S.D. — The Pennington County Democratic Party has filed a supplemental campaign finance complaint with the South Dakota Secretary of State’s Office, seeking records related to a reported $5,063 transaction involving Republican State Senate candidate Taffy Howard and political consulting firm South Eastern Strategy. The original...

Pennington County, SD · 4d

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Pennington County Democrats file complaint over $5,063 contribution to Taffy Howard’s campaign

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A complaint over a campaign contribution to a local legislative candidate is now with the South Dakota attorney general. The Pennington County Democratic Party filed a formal complaint over a reported $5,063 contribution from South Eastern Strategy. The money went to Republican state Senate candidate Taffy Howard’s campaign committee.

Pennington County, SD · 5d

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Spearfish hosts annual Treats on Main Halloween event

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Downtown Spearfish hosted its annual Halloween festivities Friday night. “Treats on Main” has been bringing the community in the northern Hills together for more than a decade. The event includes trick-or-treating, costumes, sweet treats and family-friendly Halloween activities. Local businesses and the Spearfish Fire...

Spearfish, SD · 5d

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Sports facility name, concepts revealed Nov. 10

RAPID CITY, SD - Local officials will update the public on Rapid City’s future community sports facility at an open house scheduled for November 10 at The Monument. The open house is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 10 in The Monument’s LaCroix Hall. The open house is hosted by the City of Rapid City…

Rapid City, SD · 7d

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Black Hills burn season starts November 1, but a permit is not enough

RAPID CITY, S.D.— Black Hills burn permits for slash piles open Nov. 1, but officials say property owners still need the right weather and snow before they burn. According to state wildland fire officials, permits run through March 31. Property owners still have to follow weather rules, burn only natural materials and notify local dispatch the day they plan to light a pile.

Rapid City, SD · 8d

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The Oldest Bar in South Dakota Got a Stuffed Buffalo From Buffalo Bill

When Mike Russell stepped off a stagecoach in Deadwood on March 6, 1877, the gold rush camp already had at least 17 saloons. He took one look around and decided there was room for one more. In June, he opened the Buffalo Bar, named for his friend and hunting partner,...

Deadwood, SD · 16d

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Rapid City district looks to pass 1st bond in 53 years

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) — Voters in the Rapid City Area Schools District will decide the fate of a school bond referendum–something that hasn’t been passed in over 53 years. A proposed bond is back on the ballot after failing to pass in 2020. Some people aren’t sure if a bond is the right move […]

Rapid City, SD · 6d

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Bailey Johns named executive director of Rapid City CASA program

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Seventh Circuit CASA Program has named Bailey Johns its new executive director after she spent more than six years working with the organization. Johns took over Oct. 26 after briefly serving as interim director following the departure of longtime leader Kehala Two Bulls. She previously worked as advocacy program manager, supporting volunteer advocates who represent children in abuse and neglect cases.

Rapid City, SD · 4d

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Lane Closure Planned on Jackson Boulevard for SDN Communications Project

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Drivers in Rapid City should prepare for traffic impacts on Jackson Boulevard beginning Monday as SDN Communications starts utility work in the area. The project involves directional boring along a multi-block stretch of Jackson Boulevard and will require the closure of the westbound outside lane between West Main Street and Mountain View Road.

Rapid City, SD · 4d