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bellefourchebeacon.com
NHS Class of ‘86 gathers after 40 years
NEWELL—Eleven friends from the Newell High School Class of 1986 gathered for a 40-year reunion recently to share time together after four decades of post-graduation adventures. Pictured are Kim (McCarthy) Wince, Jean (Keil) Schuelke, Tim Velder, Brian Mettler, Nadene (Page) Harr, Brent Soderlin, Ron Stone, Lee Walters, Nathan Loup,...
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Regents will look at offering more AI degree programs
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — Two of South Dakota's public universities could soon be starting doctoral degrees in artificial intelligence. Dakota State University at Madison and South Dakota State University at Brookings want permission to move forward this fall. The South Dakota Board of Regents, which governs the state's six...
kotatv.com
RCAS football coaches highlight upcoming season
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - While students may be enjoying summer break, RCAS football programs are already putting in the work—building strength, leadership, teamwork and excitement for the season ahead. Coach Mike McCulley and Coach Willie Stephen joined us in-studio to share what summer looks like for their teams...
The Rapid City Post
Mines Campus News: Wildfire Forecasting Internship & Inspiring Next Gen of STEM
Mines Student Gains Real-World Wildfire Forecasting Experience Through Summer Internship RAPID CITY, SD Detailed weather forecasting is integral to successful wildland firefighting operations. Wind shifts, humidity, temperature and precipitation all […]
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BHSSC wins state grants to expand afterschool, summer learning in western South Dakota
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Black Hills Special Services Cooperative has received two state grants to expand afterschool and summer learning programs for students in western South Dakota. The grants, awarded through the South Dakota Department of Education’s Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers program, will support South...
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Easton Retires After Decade Leading Spearfish Schools
After a decade leading the Spearfish School District, Superintendent Kirk Easton has officially retired, closing out a 10-year tenure marked by major growth, new educational opportunities, and unprecedented challenges. Easton retired after reaching the state’s “Rule of 85,” which combines a public employee’s age and years of service. He says...
custercountychronicle.com
Elk Mountain eighth grader helps stop fire
It was just another ordinary day when he saw the smoke. Andrew Bradeen, son of Jason and Nan Bradeen, is an eighth grader at Elk Mountain School, located west of Custer. Around April 26, Andrew was heading out to water his 4-H pigs at 4:30 p.m. when he realized something was wrong.
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South Dakota Mines Student Earns Four National Awards for Hardrocker Athletics Creative Pieces
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - What started as student work behind the scenes at South Dakota Mines & Technology athletics has turned into national recognition on one of the biggest stages in collegiate sports media. The achievement underscores how local students are competing — and winning — on a national...
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South Dakota Mines names five faculty members to new department leadership roles
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - As South Dakota School of Mines and Technology prepares for the start of the fall semester, five longtime faculty members are stepping into new leadership roles across the university’s academic departments. “These new cohort of departmental leaders were already all well-known and respected within...
Northeast Radio SD News
Waverly Sisters Rita Berg and Lois Hyde Honored With Legacy Educator Awards at Educators Rising Conference
Northeast Radio SD News – Spearfish, SD - Educators Rising, a nationwide organization for middle and high school students interested in becoming teachers, held its 2026 spring conference in Spearfish. Competitions were held with many students qualifying for the summer national conference in Portland, OR.
The Rapid City Post
[Audio]Students Turn Passion Into Profession Through Photography Program at Central High School
RAPID CITY, S.D. — What began as a photography class at Central High School has evolved into a real-world opportunity for students to publish their work, build professional skills and […]
rapidcitypost.com
Arina Haugen reflects on memorable State High School Rodeo Finals experience
STURGIS, S.D. – The South Dakota High School Finals Rodeo wrapped up over the weekend in Fort Pierre, and it was an unforgettable run for Arina Haugen of Sturgis. Haugen brought home titles, in the Barrel Racing, Goat Tying and Pole Bending while finishing second in the Girls Cutting and third in the Reined Cow Horse.
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4th annual Jamie Zepp Memorial Scholarship Fundraising Ride set for June 28
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The 4th annual Jamie Zepp Memorial Scholarship Fundraising Ride will be held June 28 at Central High School in Rapid City at 10 a.m. Jamie’s father Jerry Zepp joined us in-studio to tell us more about the memorial ride, scholarship, and Jamie’s legacy.
nativenewsonline.net
“Healed Healers Heal”: Inside the Push for an Indigenous Medical School
A first-of-its-kind medical school could transform healthcare in Indian Country for the better. The Indigenous School of Medicine (ISOM), a proposed medical school that weaves ceremony, culture, and Indigenous practices into physician education, could welcome students as early as 2030. Dr. Donald Warne (Oglala Sioux), physician and co-director for the...
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Students take flight during South Dakota Mines Summer Camps
RAPID CITY, S.D. – South Dakota Mines has been opening its campus this summer to the next generation of innovators. High schoolers have been getting hands-on experiences in high-demand fields ranging from computer science to aerospace engineering. It is all part of the university’s seasonal lineup of STEM summer camps, and one in particular has been taking flight.
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New Underwood Regional High School Rodeo
Results are in for the New Underwood Regional High School Rodeo June 12-14. For Custer, Kylee Ellerton placed second in both rounds of regions. She won the average for the weekend in goat tying and brought home a new buckle. She is taking 23 points into state. Addie Sander finished...
custercountychronicle.com
Students represent SD at National SkillsUSA
Three Hill City High School students had the honor of representing their school as well as the state of South Dakota at the National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC) held by SkillsUSA in Atlanta, Ga. The conference hosts the largest gathering of the nation’s future skilled workforce to compete, develop...
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Students represent SD at National SkillsUSA
Three Hill City High School students had the honor of representing their school as well as the state of South Dakota at the National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC) held by SkillsUSA in Atlanta, Ga. The conference hosts the largest gathering of the nation’s future skilled workforce to compete, develop...