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South Dakota Mines recognizes longtime supporters during annual State of the University address
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - South Dakota Mines recognized two longtime supporters during its annual State of the University address. International Students Inc. of Rapid City and Mines alumnus Jim Quinn were named the university’s 2026 Community Champions on Sept. 9. The award recognizes individuals and organizations whose service and support have made a lasting impact on the university and its students.
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Meadowbrook fifth graders grow lessons beyond the classroom with hydroponics project
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Fifth graders at Meadowbrook Elementary are learning that growing food takes more than water and seeds. It also requires patience, teamwork, problem-solving and, occasionally, a mop. Teachers Katie Swank, Kylie Blank and Lacey Brown introduced students to hydroponic gardening during the last school year after...
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Meade School District to hold public presentations on possible four-day school week
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Meade School District is giving parents, staff and community members several chances to learn more about a possible four-day school week. District 46-1 will hold three public presentations in October as leaders continue researching the potential change. The presentations will include an overview of...
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11AAA football: SF Lincoln routs Rapid City Central
SIOUX FALLS — A week after suffering a 28-point beatdown against Jefferson, the SF Lincoln Patriots responded the way a team that still fancies itself as a state title contender would, taking care of Rapid City Central 58-14 at Howard Wood Field on Friday night. Lincoln led 37-0 at...
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FOOTBALL ROUNDUP: Spartans win third straight with victory over Douglas
SPEARFISH, S.D. - Spearfish opened the high school football season back on August 28 with a tough 6-point loss to the Watertown Arrows. But since then, the Spartans have been on a roll. Spearfish won its third straight game on Friday with a 66-7 victory over the Douglas Patriots. The...
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Valley View Elementary reminds families dogs are not allowed on campus
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Valley View Elementary is reminding families that dogs are not allowed on school grounds, with the exception of certified service animals permitted under district policy. School officials said three certified service animals are currently authorized to be on campus. Other pets, including family dogs, are...
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Important tips for navigating the FAFSA ahead of the application's opening
RAPID CITY, S.D. - As the class of the 2030 gets ready to complete their first month of their first academic semester, the incoming class of 20-31 has already started the college applications process. This includes the free application for federal student aid, known colloquially as the FAFSA. Beginning October...
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WDTC Career Expo set for high school students
Rapid City, S.D. — Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) will host its annual Career Expo for high school students on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, offering a hands‑on, interactive look at career pathways available at WDTC. The FREE event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to noon in the Rushmore 5 room at The Monument, located at 444 N. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Rapid City.
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Rapid City schools seek to clear misconceptions on upcoming bond vote
Rapid City voters have historically balked at school bond votes. In 2026, the district says there is already some misinformation circling the current effort to invest taxpayer funds into schools. Details on the most recent bond effort were hashed out publicly at this week’s Rapid City Area Schools board meeting...
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Rapid City Area Schools Invites Public on Guided Facilities Bus Tour Ahead of Bond Vote
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Rapid City Area Schools (RCAS) is inviting the entire community to take an up-close, firsthand look at several district buildings during an upcoming facilities bus tour scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 19. The tour begins at 10 a.m. at South Middle School, where attendees will board...
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North Middle School receives over $21,000 in musical instruments from Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Students at North Middle School will have new opportunities to participate in music programs thanks to a donation of more than $21,000 in musical instruments. The donation comes from the Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation, a nonprofit that supports music education programs at schools across the...
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Cobblers take care of the Patriots in 4 sets
RAPID CITY, S.D. - The Rapid City Central Cobblers hosted the Douglas Patriots on Tuesday in high school volleyball. The Cobblers won the match in 4 sets 25-22. 25-20, 19-25, 25-19 The Cobblers improve to 3-6 on the season. They will travel to play Sioux Falls Washington on September 18.
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South Dakota Mines Students to Connect with More than 230 Employers at Fall Career Fair September 15
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - More than 230 employers from across the country are expected at South Dakota Mines Tuesday for the university’s annual Fall Career Fair. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 15 at the King Center and is open to Mines students and alumni only. Employers will be recruiting for internships, co-ops and full-time positions in science, engineering and technology fields.
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East Middle School teacher uses Legos to bring Newton’s laws to life
RAPID CITY, S.D. — An East Middle School science teacher is using Legos to give students a hands-on way to explore force, motion and Newton’s laws while helping students who may struggle with more traditional classroom lessons. Tiffany Wolla teaches sixth- and eighth-grade science at East Middle School...