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Mountain Lion Sighting Prompts Warning for Corn Creek Residents
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Wildlife officials are urging residents in Corn Creek to remain alert after a mountain lion was spotted in the community. The Rosebud Sioux Tribe Game, Fish & Parks said rangers are investigating the reported sighting. Officials believe the mountain lion may simply be passing through the area but are encouraging residents to take precautions.
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TAHS students selected for All-State Chorus, Orchestra
Twelve Tea Area High School students have been selected to participate in the 2026 South Dakota All-State Chorus following auditions. Those selected for the All-State Choir are Ty Olson, Eliam Bullis, Riley Clark, Sam Bullis, Ensel McGraw, Jacob Birger, Ava Waldner, Avianna Steen, Hannah Broughton, Vera Anderson, Grace VandenHoek, and Daphne Decker.
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Swan Lake Soars in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. - You can travel the world, or the world can travel to you. On Tuesday night, the touring World Ballet Company arrived in Rapid City, delivering one of the most impressive classical ballet productions the local stage has ever hosted at The Monument. The evening offered a showcase of athleticism and artistic discipline alongside a live orchestra without pauses or second takes, the ensemble demonstrated technical precision across the board. From the corps de ballet to the principals, every movement stayed in time and synchronized, standing out as a higher caliber presentation than recent touring stops in the area, including the Company's 2025 staging of "Sleeping Beauty." Standout performances anchored the performance. Ballerina Lina Sheveleva, dancing the dual lead role of Odette and Odile, drew acclaim from the audience during a solo that featured 29 executed fouettés. Konstantin Geronik brought comedic relief and energy as the Jester, generating laughter across the auditorium. The visual presentation of the villain Rothbart was equally distinct, featuring an intricate, menacing costume reminiscent of a feather-covered Edward Scissorhands. The visual and musical elements matched the dancers' execution. Set and costume designer Sergey Novikov developed backdrops and lighting designs that ranged from bright
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Humane Society of the Black Hills offers discounted terrier adoptions this weekend
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Humane Society of the Black Hills is offering discounted adoption fees on terrier dogs this weekend. Staff said the lower cost is intended to help more dogs find homes and free up space for other animals entering the shelter. Humane Society of the Black...
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Rapid City Raptor Center hosts “Owl-O-Ween” event
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Rapid City Raptor Center hosted “Owl-O-Ween” Saturday, inviting the community to see raptors up close. The donation-based event asked guests to book free tickets and bring either a bottle of unflavored Pedialyte, a roll of paper towels or a cash donation. The...
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Veterinarian warns pet owners to watch for Halloween costume stress
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Halloween costumes may make for cute photos, but veterinarians are reminding pet owners to watch for signs their dogs or cats are uncomfortable. Americans are expected to spend $920 million on pet costumes this Halloween, according to the National Retail Federation. But veterinarian Dr. Kelly Hood, speaking on behalf of Pet Health Digest, says getting the perfect picture should never come at an animal’s expense.
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Local Spotlight: From Ukraine to the Black Hills, Anna Starenkova is creating opportunities for others
By Mitchell “Stitch” Stafford RAPID CITY, S.D. — When Anna Starenkova came to the United States from Ukraine about a decade ago, she didn’t know exactly what the next chapter […]
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The Back Porch hosts ‘Undead Sled Show’ Halloween block party in Spearfish
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Motorcycles, live music, and Halloween festivities took over downtown Spearfish on Saturday as a historic local dive bar brought the community together for an all-day block party. The Back Porch hosted “The Undead Sled Show,” a collaborative Halloween event organized to celebrate local bike culture...
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Annual 'Night at the Museum' brings spooky science to South Dakota Mines
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The Museum of Geology at South Dakota Mines hosted its annual "Night at the Museum" Halloween celebration Saturday afternoon. Families were given a safe place to trick-or-treat while exploring educational booths and dinosaur exhibits. The event has been a long-standing tradition for 15 to 20...
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BHSU graduate brings new mural to life in campus student union
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A Black Hills State University graduate is bringing a fresh perspective to local public art with a new mural inside the university’s student union. Erin Peterson, who graduated in 2025, spent part of the summer painting an oak tree across several sections of the wall inside Club Buzz. The design stands out from the area’s familiar pine and spruce imagery.