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First Alert Safety Desk: Bookshelf Recall
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A popular bookshelf was recalled for a risk of tip-over and entrapment hazard. The bookcase recall comes after the August 2023 death of a four-year-old after the unanchored bookshelf tipped over on the child. The product was sold at Dania furniture stores from...
Cattle Group Celebrates Record-Setting 25th Anniversary Convention
DEADWOOD, S.D. – Nearly 500 predominantly cow/calf producers, cattle backgrounders, and feeders from over 25 states recently gathered to celebrate R-CALF USA’s 25th Anniversary Convention in Deadwood. Other attendees consisted of sheep producers, consumers, state and national legislators, industry representatives, and several thousand online viewers. The event also drew a record number of sponsorships and a sold-out trade show.
Rosebud man sentenced for two assaults
PIERRE - A St. Francis man convicted of two counts of Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury has been sentenced. Charles Cordier, 25, is charged with two assaults he committed on the Rosebud Reservation. On February 12, 2023, Cordier was in St. Francis when he struck a man in the...
Rapid City graduate student receives prestigious scholarship
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Russell Conti is an environmental science graduate student at Montana State University, specializing in freshwater ecology. An Oglala Sioux Tribe member originally from Rapid City, Conti chose this field as it allows him to combine his scientific knowledge with his Native American heritage. Conti was...
‘Never Forget’: Deadwood artist tributes veterans, unveils a new piece
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Many Fourth of July celebrations were taking place Thursday, but in Deadwood some were celebrating for other reasons. Family and friends of Scott Jacobs as well as veterans and appreciators of art filled the Scott Jacobs art gallery on Main Street to be the first to see Jacob’s newest piece, ”Never Forget”, a tribute to America’s soldiers.
Sentinel Federal Credit Union Breaks Ground on Newest Branch
Sentinel Federal Credit Union (SFCU) recently broke ground on its newest branch. The new branch location is at the corner of Liberty Boulevard and North Ellsworth Road in Box Elder. This marks a significant milestone in Sentinel’s mission to enhance accessibility and provide exceptional financial services to its members.
Star Trek’s William Shatner to Headline Sioux Falls Charity Event
William Shatner is about to boldly go to somewhere he's never gone before. Get ready Star Trek fans, Captain James T. Kirk will soon be making a trek to Sioux Falls. That's right, William Shatner, the actor made famous for his role as the legendary Captain of the Starship Enterprise will soon be transported to the Sioux Empire to headline the 43rd annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Dinner and Fundraiser in October.
Airport travelers share their thoughts on Fourth of July busyness
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - We went to the Rapid City Regional Airport and asked travelers what it’s like to travel on the Fourth of July, here’s what they had to say:. “It was excellent. I had got to the airport early from Jacksonville, and our flight took off and we landed early and everything was smooth,” Lisa Ivy said.
1985 – Swindell Stars at Black Hills
Rapid City, S.D. (July 5, 1985) – Sammy Swindell of Bartlett, Tenn., collected $3,875 in prize money as he led the entire 30-lap World of Outlaws sprint car feature Friday night at Black Hills Speedway. Swindell jumped in front of polesitter Steve Kinser from the outside front row and...
4th of July at Mount Rushmore
Keystone, S.D. (KELO) — A two day Independence Day celebration event seeks to educate the American public as thousands of individuals tour the area. While visitors of Mount Rushmore can attend several educational programs throughout the day, the ones around the Fourth of July have special events. “We welcome...
Stars, Stripes, and Celebration: Spearfish hosts 24th annual Fourth of July Parade
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - There are two things you are almost guaranteed to see on the Fourth of July: fireworks and parades. A huge crowd was in attendance at the Spearfish Fourth of July Parade Thursday afternoon to watch the floats, wave at dogs, and hear the sirens coming down the parade route.
First Friday downtown art walk returns
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Downtown Rapid City is about to get artsy again this summer by returning with the downtown art walk. Last year, 17 different businesses in downtown Rapid City were featured as part of the self-guided tour. However, this summer is looking a bit bigger. 20 businesses...
Wasta Volunteer Fire Department to build new Fire Hall and Community Room
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Wasta Volunteer Fire Department celebrated more than just the Fourth of July today, they also celebrated raising enough money to build a new fire hall. The donations came from people in the community and the Pennington County Commissioner’s office which donated $500,000. Wasta...
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