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Property taxes increasing for residents in the Black Hills region
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Property taxes are on the rise in the Black Hills, sparking discussion leading up to the 2024 election. Some residents in Hot Springs claim their property taxes increased 65% between 2023 and 2024. “It went up to almost seven hundred dollars a half which is...
‘It’s not pancakes and firemen’s ball anymore’
The days of funding fire departments through pancake feeds, firemen’s balls and car washes are over. That is the message being delivered by members of the Custer Volunteer Fire Department as they seek support in creating a new taxing district to ensure fire protection for those within the City of Custer and many acres of land surrounding the city, and it was the message delivered once again by those members to City of Custer Mayor Bob Brown and three Custer City Council members who gathered for a special council meeting last Tuesday at Custer City Hall.
Get ready to hit the trails ‘cause it’s time the 6th Annual Custer Off-Road Rally
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) - The Custer Chamber will host the 6th Annual Custer Off-Road Rally for 3-days filled with spectacular views of the hills and valleys of the park and the majestic views of the wildlife that call this park home starting Friday, June 7. Custer Chamber Executive Director,...
Fifteen Bison headed to S.D. State Class ‘A’ Track Championships
SIOUX FALLS – This week’s state track and field meet at Howard Wood in Sioux Falls promises to be one of Hot Springs’ most successful in many years. “I’m excited for the state to see what we see every day,” said Hot Springs head coach Mike Close. “We have some phenomenal athletes that get to shine on the big stage.” Senior Braden Peterson enters state with the best times in three…
‘Women Artists of the Black Hills’ exhibition ongoing until July 20
HOT SPRINGS – The creative works of more than 40 Black Hills-based women artists are on display at Art House Black Hills in downtown Hot Springs. The gallery’s “Women Artists of the Black Hills” exhibition officially began May 17 and runs through July 20. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, May 25 from 5 to 8 p.m. The collective art show features the works, in a variety of…
Baseball team upsets top-seeded Chamberlain at region tourney
Team falls one run short of state tournament bid CHAMBERLAIN – The Hot Springs Bison baseball team played their best ball when it mattered most this past Monday, May 20, in the regional tournament. After finishing the regular season with a 3-13 record, the Bison traveled to top-seeded Chamberlain, which had only lost one game all season. Despite the odds stacked…
CHS says goodbye to its seniors
Sixty-four Custer High School graduates received their diplomas Saturday during the school’s graduation ceremony at the armory. The ceremony began as the graduates entered the gym as the CHS band played “Pomp and Circumstance.”. This was followed by a performance of the Star Spangled Banner by the CHS...
Three vying for two school board seats
At the election to be held June 4, voters will get to choose two candidates in the three-person race for the Custer School District Board of Education. Incumbents Jeff Barnes and Jeff Prior are running along with challenger Heath Reindl. The election is for two three-year terms on the board.
Girls golf qualifies for state meet
The Custer High School girls golf team is state-bound after earning second place in team scores at the region tournament in Hot Springs Monday. The top three teams advance to state, and the standings were St. Thomas More in first with a combined 402 points, Custer in second with 430 and Belle Fourche in third with 455. Rapid City Christian earned fouth with a score of 489.
Three-peat: STM captures third straight Region 4A girls golf title
HOT SPRINGS, S.D. - Local golfers braved the rain and cooler temperatures on Monday at the Region 4A girls golf tournament in Hot Springs. St. Thomas More captured the Region 4A title with a total score of 402. Hayden Thorton from Rapid City Christian was the medalist after carding an...
Check out all 40 dogs waiting to be adopted at Battle Mountain Humane Society
HOT SPRINGS, S.D. - The Battle Mountain Humane Society showcases an array of irresistibly adorable pets eagerly awaiting adoption. This is a great place to adopt a pet, just check out their mission statement:. "To provide comprehensive care in a loving and safe environment to animals in need in Fall...
Construction project in Hot Springs still ongoing since 2021
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) - The Hot Springs Urban Reconstruction Project has been causing headaches for drivers in the downtown area since it began in 2021. The construction work has affected South Chicago and North River streets. The project includes concrete suspended sidewalks, curb and gutter work, and water and...
Some advice to our graduates
The school year is winding down (the last official day is tomorrow), and Custer High School has already said goodbye to another 64 students, as the annual commencement ceremony was held last Saturday afternoon at the Armory. The Custer High School Class of 2024 has its diplomas in hand, and is officially off into the real world. Now is when the work really begins.
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