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Murder charges dismissed against Duane Sierra in death of woman
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) — Murder charges have been dismissed against 21-year-old Duane Sierra in the 2023 shooting death of a woman in Rapid City. 26-year-old Serena Spider was shot to death on May 3, 2023, near the intersection of Lacrosse Street and E. Omaha Street. The Pennington County...
Witnesses testify against Rapid City man who allegedly killed man outside of Family Dollar
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) - Derrek Brave Heart is accused of shooting and killing a man outside of Family Dollar on Haines Avenue following an argument in February. Brave Heart appeared in court Thursday for an evidentiary hearing in which multiple witnesses testified against him. These witnesses included an engaged couple who witnessed the shooting, the police officer who arrested Brave Heart, and Brave Heart’s ex-girlfriend.
Very warm Mother’s Day: Storm Center PM Update — Saturday, May 11
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — We had a very warm day in KELOLAND. High temperatures were well above normal with many locations hitting the upper 70s to low 80s. There was a lot of sunshine. The winds were very light through the day. We could have a few clouds...
Camden Heights Project could bring affordable housing for seniors in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Affordable housing developments and a solar energy complex may be on the way to the northeast side of Rapid City. On Thursday, the city’s Planning Commission approved a tax increment finance district to be created and adopted a plan for the Camden Heights Affordable Housing and Infrastructure Project.
1st quarter of 2024 sees rise in vehicle obstruction complaints in downtown Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Vehicle parking complaints are racking up around Rapid City. In the first four months of the year, the City of Rapid City’s parking enforcement division has given 41 citations for vehicles sticking too far out in traffic lanes when parked. The city has received...
New Rapid City firefighters join ranks following Graduation Run
RAPID CITY, S.D.- With 13 weeks of training behind them, eight new recruits joined the Rapid City Fire Department’s ranks on Friday. Six men and two women wrapped up their final day as recruits took part in the "Grad Run" through downtown. The new firefighters were cheered on by family members and residents as they made their way down Main Street.
Rapid City businesses fail alcohol compliance checks and are a reminder to not sell alcohol to minors
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) - 21 means 21. In light of several businesses in Rapid City failing alcohol compliance checks, It serves as a reminder to establishments that alcohol shouldn’t be sold to anyone under the age of 21. The Rapid City Police Department was busy cracking down on...
List of Mini Golf Courses in the Black Hills
Mini-golf season is in full swing for South Dakota. Here’s a list of mini-golf courses in the Black Hills. Located at Deadwood Comfort Inn and Suites, this 18-hole course is themed around a mining town in the Old West. Players are taken through a colorful environment featuring a mining cart track, high-spraying geyser fountains and a house with a water wheel. Players can spin the Western Spinners on some holes to be assigned extra instructions. For instance, if the spinner lands on “Tombstone”, the player’s opponent will stand on the course and act as an extra obstacle to play around.
South Dakota State Railroad Museum Opening Day Preview 2024
Originally a Sioux Falls native, Sam came to Rapid City and fell in love with the Black Hills. She decided that she wanted to make western South Dakota her home. Recently, Sam graduated from the School of Mines with an M.S. in Atmospheric Sciences and is very excited to share her love of the weather at NewsCenter1.
Rapid City enhances public safety with new positions
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The weather is warming up, and as more people begin to visit Rapid City’s public spaces, they may notice new staff working to keep those areas safe for everyone. The Rapid City municipal government has teamed up with the police department to train safety...
South Dakota sticking to 5-day workweeks despite major companies looking for 6 days
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - In April, Samsung decided to mandate a six-day work week for its top executives, due to much controversy. How are people in Rapid City feeling about this suggestion?. According to a survey done by Resume Builder, 1 in 10 business leaders say their company plans...
10 top rated restaurants with bars in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Going out to eat in Rapid City can involve making a decision from hundreds of possible options. Even when you choose a category, there can be many choices still. A good place to start is checking what is most popular. The Popularity Ranking on TripAdvisor relies...
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