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Sturgis Veterans Day chili feed brings veterans together to remember their service

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A Veterans Day program in Sturgis brought veterans together Wednesday for a rifle volley, a warm meal and a chance to remember their time in uniform. After the program and an outdoor rifle volley, attendees gathered inside for chili, cornbread and cake, said Carol Edwards, president of the Mead Sturgis American Legion Auxiliary Unit 33. The auxiliary provided the cake, according to the event poster.

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Massive steel structures begin taking shape nearly a mile underground in Lead

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A major international science project is taking another step forward beneath the Black Hills, where construction crews have begun assembling enormous steel structures for an experiment aimed at answering some of the universe’s biggest questions. The work is underway at the Sanford Underground Research...

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Emily’s Hope to host fentanyl awareness assembly for Rapid City students

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Area high school students and community members will have an opportunity to learn about the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit pills during an awareness assembly Thursday morning in Rapid City. Emily’s Hope will host Emily’s Pledge: A Fentanyl Awareness Assembly at 9 a.m. Nov. 12...

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Lead Native Promoted to Colonel in South Dakota National Guard

LEAD, S.D. – A Lead native and longtime military attorney has been promoted to the rank of colonel in the South Dakota Army National Guard. Colonel Jason Campbell received the promotion during a ceremony Saturday at Joint Force Headquarters on Camp Rapid in Rapid City. Campbell currently serves as the Guard’s staff judge advocate and will assume a new role December 1st as South Dakota’s U.S. Property and Fiscal Officer, overseeing federal equipment and funding allocated to the South Dakota National Guard.

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Iseman Signs Wisconsin Guard Sam Fait

RAPID CITY, S.D. – South Dakota Mines Men's Basketball has announced the signing of Sam Fait. Sam Fait, a 6'4 guard from Burlington, Wis., will join the Hardrockers in the 2027-28 season. Fait attends Catholic Central High School and averaged 27.5 points per game as a junior last season. He also put up 6.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists and shot 46.1% from the field. He was also 45.4% from three-point range last season. "We are excited Sam has chosen to be a Hardrocker," head coach Michael Iseman said. "Sam is a smart young man with high character that has a bright future. On the basketball court, he brings great positional size, versatility and a strong skill set as a guard. His best basketball is still ahead of him, and we are excited to have him on campus next fall." At Catholic Central High School, Fait is the all-time leading scorer heading into his senior season. He also is the all-time record holder for points in a game with 52 on Dec. 11, 2025, against Kingdom Prep Lutheran. He is a two-time Midwest Classic All-Conference First Team winner and was a 2026 All-State Honorable Mention. According to Prep Hoops, Fait ranks as the 31 st -best player in the 2027 class in Wisconsin. He also is the second overall combo guard in Wisconsin. Fait is the first signed member of the 2026-27 class for the Hardrockers.

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Deadwood Unveils Proposed $25 Million Budget for 2027

DEADWOOD, S.D. – Deadwood city leaders have taken the first step toward approving a proposed 2027 budget totaling approximately 25 million dollars. Finance Officer Jessicca McKeown told commissioners the spending plan reflects a modest increase of about 130-thousand dollars over the current year’s budget. The proposal includes nearly 9-point-8 million dollars in general fund spending, with major allocations supporting police, fire, streets, public buildings, parks, and library services.

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The Daily Slice: Thursday, November 12, 2026

The Daily Slice, your Black Hills news podcast in under 10 minuteThursday, November 12s. Delivered every morning Monday-Friday at homesliceaudio.com/dailyslice. Rapid City Honors Veterans With Downtown Veterans Day Parade. RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City held its annual Veterans Day parade downtown Wednesday, Nov. 11, recognizing the men and women...

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People’s Tree Makes Memorable Stop in Custer Before Heading to Mitchell

CUSTER, S.D. (KELO.com) – The holiday spirit made its way to Custer last night as the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree made a special stop in the community during its journey to Washington, D.C.!. Community members gathered for a chance to see the People’s Tree up close and take part...

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Western Dakota Tech awarded Grant from the South Dakota Community Foundation

RAPID CITY, SD — November 11, 2026 — The Western Dakota Tech Foundation has been awarded a grant from the South Dakota Community Foundation to support a group of leaders […]

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Sturgis Ambulance Service Approves Fee Increase to Offset Rising Costs

STURGIS, S.D. – Sturgis residents may see higher ambulance bills after the City Council approved an increase in ambulance service fees. Ambulance Service Director Bryson Kool says the adjustments are needed to keep pace with rising operating costs, including personnel wages, medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, fuel, insurance, equipment replacement, training, and regulatory requirements.

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Lead Approves $6.24 Million Budget Focused on Streets, Recreation, and Future Growth

LEAD, S.D. – The Lead City Commission has approved the first reading of a proposed six-point-two-four million dollar budget for 2027, with major investments planned for street improvements, utilities, recreation, and economic development. The budget includes more than one-point-four million dollars for the streets department, reflecting a significant increase...

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Lead Renews Liquor Licenses, Approves New Malt Beverage Permit

LEAD, S.D. – The Lead City Commission has approved 14 liquor license renewals and issued a new malt beverage license during its latest meeting. Finance Officer Billie Jo Ryan told commissioners that all applicants met the city’s requirements and were in good standing. The city collected 95-hundred dollars in renewal fees as part of the annual licensing process.

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RCAS, Pennington County reviewing reports of incorrect ballots in school bond election

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Rapid City Area Schools says it is working with the Pennington County Auditor’s Office after reports that some voters may have received incorrect ballots during the Nov. 3 election. The reports involve precincts that cross school district boundaries, according to a statement from RCAS....

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Sturgis Vets Club Honors Local Veterans

STURGIS, SD – Wednesday, Nov. 11th is Veterans Day. An armistice was signed by American and German leaders on Nov. 11, 1918, at 5:45am and the peace agreement was effective […]

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National arts chief makes first trip to South Dakota

National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Mary Anne Carter made her first visit to South Dakota recently at the invitation of Arts South Dakota and the state arts agency. Carter, who has served as NEA Chair during both of the Trump administrations, is dedicated to actively touring U.S. states, strengthening the federal agency’s partnership with arts organizations across the country.

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