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Check out the 10th Annual Deadwood 3-Wheeler Rally as it roars Into South Dakota
DEADWOOD, S.D. - The Deadwood 3-Wheeler Rally gears up for its 10th anniversary from July 7 through 12, drawing hundreds of trikes to the scenic Black Hills of South Dakota. Hosted at the Deadwood Days of '76 Event Complex (DEC) on 501 Main Street, the rally has been anchored by the First Gold Gaming Resort since its inception in 2015. Over the past 9 years, trikers from across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and even Alaska have converged here, with 651 participants and 358 trikes currently registered from 36 states.
Christian resigns as Gaming Commission executive
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — Susan Christian is stepping down as executive secretary for the state government panel that regulates Deadwood casinos as well as horse and dog racing in South Dakota. The South Dakota Gaming Commission held a special meeting on Monday to accept her resignation. The commission’s chair,...
Preserving History: Deadwood museum includes historical items from Days of ’76 celebration, local heritage
Deadwood, S.D. (July 1, 2024) – For a week every year, the history of Deadwood and the Black Hills area is told by the Days of ’76 rodeo, through its parades and reenactments held during the rodeo. And during the other 51 weeks of the year, the Days...
Pierre, Fort Pierre, Mobridge among towns getting grants to mitigate spread of West Nile Virus
Nearly 200 cities, counties and tribes across South Dakota will collectively receive $500,000 in grants to eliminate mosquitoes and prevent the spread of West Nile Virus. The state Department of Health selected grant recipients based on factors such as the population of the applying jurisdiction and its history of human WNV cases through 2023. Every community that applied for funding received some, with amounts ranging from $500 to $20,000.
Retailer discusses impact of delta-8 ban in South Dakota
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) — July 1, 2024 brought a slate of new laws into effect in South Dakota, one of which is a ban on the sale and production of chemically modified hemp products. These products have cropped up across the state (and the nation) over the past...
Parole denied for Indigenous activist convicted of killing FBI agents
A Native American man convicted of killing two FBI agents 49 years ago in South Dakota has lost what could be his final chance at parole, after widespread activism in support of his release. Leonard Peltier, 79, is serving two consecutive life terms in prison and is reportedly in failing health. His latest parole hearing […] The post Parole denied for Indigenous activist convicted of killing FBI agents appeared first on North Dakota Monitor.
Wall Lake reopens to boating with no-wake zone
WALL LAKE, S.D. (KELO) — Wall Lake is open to boating with a no-wake zone, according to an announcement by the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) on Tuesday. GFP reminds boaters to be cautious for debris floating below the surface of the water and to respect homeowners by following the no-wake zone.
Brian Adel Promoted to Chief Warrant Officer Five in South Dakota Army National Guard
{KXLG – Summerset, SD} Brian Adel, a dedicated military professional, has been promoted to the prestigious rank of Chief Warrant Officer Five (CW5) in the South Dakota Army National Guard (SDNG). The promotion ceremony took place at the Joint Force Headquarters on Camp Rapid. Adel assumes a critical leadership...
Regulators begin study of NorthWestern’s proposed 9% natural gas rate increase
State regulators will take six months to study NorthWestern Energy’s proposed 9% natural gas rate increase, which the company says would cost a typical residential customer an additional $8.38 per month, or $100.56 per year. The proposal would generate an additional $6 million in annual revenue for NorthWestern, which delivers natural gas to about 50,000 […] The post Regulators begin study of NorthWestern’s proposed 9% natural gas rate increase appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
Jackley calls for changes to presumptive probation
PIERRE S.D. (KELO)– South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced a Wagner man has pleaded guilty but mentally ill and has been sentenced for threatening two public officials, according to a news release. Jason Shields, 40, entered guilty pleas Friday in Charles Mix County Circuit Court to one count...
New Medicaid applicants express frustration with enrollment system
After decades of use, the South Dakota Department of Social Services unveiled a new Medicaid enrollment system. Officials say the system allows for more automation and creates a portal for applicants to log in to. But some who tried using the system have expressed frustration. That includes people like Anna....
Dakotafest Woman Farmer-Rancher of the Year nominees named
Five South Dakota farm and ranch women have been named finalists for the Dakotafest Woman Farmer-Rancher of the Year Award. They are Stacy Watembach of Alexandria, Sara Easton of Parkston, Kendra Olson of White Lake, Erin Yost of Wessington Springs, and Barbara Powell of Platte. These five women will be recognized during the awards ceremony as part of the Women in Ag Event, the morning of Aug. 22, at the Dakotafest grounds in Mitchell.
From Bronze To Gold: South Dakota-Born Athletes’ Triumphs At The Olympics
As the eyes of the world will soon be on Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics, local sports fans find themselves paying close attention to the athletes with South Dakota connections who are representing Team USA. Athletes who were born in the Mount Rushmore State have a long history of...
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