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Major aquifers in South Dakota in decline, threatening fresh water supplies

BEAR BUTTE STATE PARK, S.D. (South Dakota News Watch) - Geologists and hydrologists can use scientific charts and graphs to understand the increasing water challenges facing South Dakota, but it only takes a brief visit to Bear Butte State Park near Sturgis for a non-scientist to see the outcome of decreasing water levels.

South Dakota · 21h

The Rapid City Post

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With mining, the people who may need the water in 50 years won’t be at the hearing

Rapid City residents have packed public meetings debating data centers’ enormous electricity demands and potentially significant water consumption. Meanwhile, the proposed Dewey–Burdock uranium mine in the southwestern Black Hills is seeking permission to use groundwater to deliberately change its chemistry, potentially threatening a major underground aquifer extending beyond South Dakota’s borders. The first controversy has…

Rapid City, SD · 3d

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South Dakota regulators approve $27.3 million electric rate increase for Black Hills Energy

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission on Wednesday approved a settlement allowing Black Hills Energy to increase electric rates by more than $27.3 million a year, begining in December. The commission approved the settlement at its meeting in Pierre. The approved increase will add approximately...

South Dakota · 1d

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SDSU Extension to host educational series at Cottonwood Field Station

RAPID CITY, S.D. – South Dakota State University Extension and SDSU’s Cottonwood Field Station are excited to introduce Coffee at Cottonwood, a new educational series about livestock and rangeland management. Offered every other month, the series is designed to bring together livestock producers, land managers, industry professionals and...

Brookings, SD · 2d

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Terry Peak hiring for winter season, hosting annual job fair Saturday

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Terry Peak Ski Area is looking to fill seasonal positions ahead of the upcoming ski season and will host a job fair Saturday, Nov. 7, in Lead. The annual hiring event runs from 9 a.m. to noon at Stewart Lodge, next to the Guest Services building.

Rapid City, SD · 1d

KBHB Radio

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Rapid City approaches historical valuation mark

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City’s Building Services Division issued 225 building permits in October with a combined valuation total of more than $27 million, and just the second time […]

Rapid City, SD · 4d

FinanceBuzz

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10 Quaint Mountain Towns Where You Can Retire on $1,600 a Month (Or Less)

Explore 10 quaint mountain towns across the U.S. where retirees can rent for $1,600 a month or less while enjoying scenery, trails, and small-town charm.

Johnson City, TN · 6d

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Community discusses CTE housing project

Community members gathered at the Career and Technical Education (CTE) building last Wednesday evening to learn more about the CTE Community Housing Project that the Custer School District is launching. Superintendent of schools Dr. Tim Frederick said part of the vision for the program is to provide a way for...

Custer, SD · 4d

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Deadwood Gaming Revenues Continue Climb as September Handle Jumps More Than 10 Percent

DEADWOOD, S.D. – Deadwood’s gaming industry continued its strong 2026 performance in September, posting another month of growth and marking a third consecutive quarter of gains. According to the South Dakota Commission on Gaming, the total gaming handle in Deadwood increased 10.6% in September compared to the same...

Deadwood, SD · 4d

KELOLAND

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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 · 5d

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BankWest Promotes Mike Solano to Rapid City Branch Manager

RAPID CITY, S.D. – BankWest has promoted Mike Solano to Branch Manager for its Rapid City locations, the bank announced. Solano brings extensive financial and leadership experience to the role, along with longstanding ties to the Rapid City community. Solano joined BankWest in 2022, serving as a Business Development...

Rapid City, SD · 5d

South Dakota Searchlight

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Commentary: With mining, remember: The people who may need the water in 50 years won’t be at the hearing

Rapid City, SD · 8d

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The Daily Slice: Friday, October 30, 2026

The Daily Slice, your Black Hills news podcast in under 10 minutes. Delivered every morning Monday-Friday at homesliceaudio.com/dailyslice. Uranium Mining Company Restarts State Permit Process for Dewey-Burdock Project. A company that wants to mine for uranium in southwestern South Dakota is restarting its state permitting process and preparing for a...

Rapid City, SD · 9d

FinanceBuzz

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12 Quaint Mountain Towns Where You Can Live Like a Millionaire on $45,000 a Year

In these 12 quaint mountain towns, a $45,000 salary buys affordable rent, stunning outdoor scenery, and a quality of life that rivals far pricier places.

Missoula, MT · 15d

The Rapid City Post

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Public comment open as company seeks state permit for uranium mine

A company that wants to mine for uranium in southwestern South Dakota is restarting its state permitting process and preparing for a public hearing after securing federal permits earlier this year. Uranium is a metallic, radioactive element used as fuel in nuclear weapons and nuclear power plants. Interest in uranium exploration and mining has risen…

South Dakota · 10d

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Rising energy costs have some Americans scaling back Halloween decorations

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Higher energy costs are changing how some Americans decorate for Halloween, with more households cutting back on spooky displays to save money. A new study from Texas-based electricity provider Payless Power found that 37% of Americans have reduced their Halloween decorations because of rising energy costs. Nearly half of those surveyed said the decorations have become more expensive than they’re worth.

Rapid City, SD · 9d

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Famous horror movie homes carry frightening real-world price tags, study finds

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Some of the most recognizable homes in horror movies might be scary for what happened inside them — but their real-world prices could be just as shocking. A new analysis from AI video platform Magic Hour ranked real homes featured in horror films and...

Rapid City, SD · 10d