Rapid City Demonstrators Gather at City Hall for ‘No Kings’ Rally Ahead of Midterm Elections

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Community members gathered outside Rapid City Hall on Saturday for the “No Kings” rally, calling for civic engagement and voter turnout ahead of the upcoming November midterm elections. Held in mid-October, the event was timed specifically to reach residents before key voter registration...

Rapid City Residents Asked to Share Photos of the City's Past

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City is asking people to bring old photos to a public event to help preserve the city's history. The Rapid City Historic Preservation Commission and The Journey Museum are hosting Picture Our Past from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at The Journey Museum, 222 New York St., according to the city.

Land Surveyors Gather at Mount Rushmore to Mark America’s 250th and Roll Out Modernized Mapping System

RCAS Implementing New Visitor Management System at All Schools

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Rapid City Area Schools (RCAS) launched a new districtwide visitor management system today, requiring all guests venturing beyond a school’s main office to undergo enhanced security […]

Hundreds attend forum on Rapid City’s proposed data center ordinance

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Hundreds of Rapid City residents packed City Hall Wednesday to weigh in on the city’s proposed data center ordinance. Staff with the Community Development Department hosted an open house in council chambers and the Circle of Friends Community Room to share details of the updated ordinance and take public feedback.

Rapid City Families Take the Plunge at 4th Annual Floating Pumpkin Patch

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Dozens of local children traded the traditional pumpkin patch for the pool on Saturday for the fourth annual Pumpkin Plunge at the Roosevelt Swim Center. The indoor event brought together 77 registered children to swim alongside floating pumpkins before choosing their favorite to take home....

Governor Rhoden helps cut ribbon on new SEAT base in Wall

WALL, S.D. – South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden was on hand to cut the ribbon on the new Single Engine Air Tanker (SEAT) Base in Wall last week. “I’ve been […]

New coordinate system from the National Geodetic Survey announced at Mount Rushmore event

KEYSTONE, S.D. — NOAA and the National Geodetic Survey announced a new coordinate system at Mount Rushmore that would help upgrade services that track location and improve technology. The announcement came Monday morning during an America 250 celebration with the National Society of Professional Surveyors and the South Dakota Society of Professional Surveyors. NOAA said in a media invite the upgrade could be ready in 3 to 4 months.

Rapid City Arts Council Opens 2027 City Arts Fund Grant Application Supporting Arts Nonprofits in Rapid City

Rapid City Arts Council Opens 2027 City Arts Fund Grant Application Supporting Arts Nonprofits in Rapid City. Rapid City, SD – The Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) champions the power of art to bring people together and serves to promote the arts in the Rapid City area. In partnership with the City of Rapid City, the arts council aims to do that by helping to fund access to the arts for the entire community. As part of a continued investment, RCAC announces the launch of the 2027 City Arts Investment Fund (AIF) grant program, committing $100,000 of city funds to nonprofit organizations proposing unique artistic and cultural experiences for the Rapid City community.

From Sturgis to the Hall of Fame: Judd Hoos Celebrates More Than 20 Years of South Dakota Rock

From Sturgis to the Hall of Fame: Judd Hoos Celebrates More Than 20 Years of South Dakota Rock Founding member Shane Funk reflects on the band’s journey, unforgettable performances and […]

Exceptional Community Hospital Opens in Rapid City

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City residents now have another option for emergency medical care as Exceptional Community Hospital officially opened its doors Monday, Oct. 12, marking a milestone for […]

Pistols and Pulaskis blood drive returns to Rapid City

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - South Dakota Wildland Fire and the South Dakota Highway Patrol are bringing back their friendly competition to encourage blood donations ahead of the holiday season. The second annual “Pistols and Pulaskis Blood Drive” is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....

Rapid City Moose Lodge holds Die-Cast racing to benefit veteran trauma relief

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Operating on East Saint Patrick Street, Moose Lodge 1137 is part of an international network dedicated to caring for youth and seniors. The local chapter frequently opens its doors for charity events and personal gatherings, welcoming residents of all generations into their support network. The...

Rapid City gears up for City Utility Assist Chili Cookoff

RAPID CITY, S.D. - The City of Rapid City is inviting the community to bring the heat for next week's Chili Cook-off, all for a good cause. Together with the St. Vincent de Paul society, money raised will got towards helping residents pay utility bills this winter. Contestants will compete...

Lawrence County Commission narrowly denies proposed zoning change request

DEADWOOD, S.D. – Lawrence County commissioners voted 3-2 this week to deny a rezoning request for approximately 100 acres on Mattson Lane near Deadwood, blocking a proposed planned unit development […]

Rapid City Opens the Region’s First Epilepsy Monitoring Unit

Picture your kid blacking out for a few seconds at a time and nobody can tell you why. The doctor says the answer is five days hooked up to monitors and a camera, waiting to catch one of these episodes as it happens. Until this year, that meant Minnesota or...

Rapid City Residents Invited to Share Historic Photos for Community Preservation Project

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Rapid City residents are being asked to help preserve the city’s history by sharing old photographs as part of a new community project. The Rapid City Historic Preservation Commission and The Journey Museum will host a “Picture Our Past” event on November 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. at The Journey Museum.

Sturgis Council passes first reading of 2027 budget

STURGIS, S.D. – The Sturgis City Council passed first reading of the 2027 $25.7 million dollar budget Monday night. Among the biggest expenditures in the 2027 budget are public safety, […]

Rapid City is turning 128 acres near Haines Avenue and Mall Drive into Northline Business Park

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Ground was broken on the Northline Business Park in Rapid City, starting work on a 128-acre site near Haines Ave. and Mall Drive. The new park will offer space for light industrial, advanced manufacturing and mixed-use offices. Elevate Rapid City says the project is meant to help local companies expand and attract new employers.

Rapid City homeowners to receive letters offering optional utility line service protection

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City officials say homeowners will start getting letters next week about optional water and sewer line coverage, and are reminding the public that this program is not a scam. The letters, which will include the City’s name and logo, have the endorsement of the City....