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World-famous Wall Drug isn’t immune from challenges facing rural pharmacies
WALL, S.D. — Stacey Schulz parks in a rear lot to avoid the crowded Main Street entrances to her local pharmacy. “During the summer, it’s kind of hectic,” she said after greeting the pharmacist and technician by name. That’s because Schulz’s pharmacy is tucked inside Wall Drug, a tourist attraction that takes up almost an […]
Federal aid approved for southeastern South Dakota flooding
Federal aid is on the way to help people recover from damages caused by late June’s historic flooding in southeastern South Dakota. Governor Kristi Noem announced Thursday night that President Joe Biden approved her disaster declaration request, which she submitted on July 26. The declaration comes after what the Governor’s Office calls a 1,000-year flooding […]
Names Released in Two Fatal Motorcycle Crashes Reported in South Dakota
{KXLG – South Dakota} The South Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating two separate fatal motorcycle crashes that occurred on Monday, August 12, 2024, in different parts of the state. The first incident took place at approximately 6:27 p.m. on US Highway 14A, approximately 10 miles south of Spearfish. A...
Multi-Agency Investigation Leads To Three People Arrested On Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Charges
Attorney General Marty Jackley says three people were arrested early Friday morning, Aug. 16, on fentanyl and methamphetamine charges following an investigation conducted by several state and local law enforcement agencies. 30 year old Brendan Ray Williams of Rapid City; 26 year old Charles Richard Zebroski of Rapid City; and...
Areas of Rapid City Experiencing Emergence of Noxious Weeds
AREAS OF RAPID CITY EXPERIENCING EMERGENCE OF NOXIOUS WEED “HOUNDSTONGUE” (CYNOGLOSSUM OFICINALE) City official advises property owners to inspect their properties for noxious weeds and to take necessary steps to eradicate them. RAPID CITY, SD—Areas of Rapid City are experiencing an emergence of noxious weeds, particularly the weed...
Legislative interest in statewide school cellphone ban underscores myth of local control
It’s like something out of one of those old Mickey Rooney/Judy Garland musicals: “Hey gang, my dad’s got a barn! Let’s put on a show!” Instead of putting on a show, the state’s Department of Education and some legislators are eager to follow in the footsteps of several school districts that have banned students from […]
From wine bars to jazz club, extended family brings destination dining, entertainment to Sioux Falls guests
This paid piece is sponsored by Prairie Family Business Association. Dante Tarabelsi was halfway through a mechanical engineering degree when he literally got a taste of what working for his family business could be like. On a trip with his parents to Napa Valley, California, for his 21st birthday, “I...
Governors Begin Season with Four Home Duals
The Pierre Governor tennis team will get the season underway today with two duals on each of Friday and Saturday hosting Rapid City Christian, Yankton, Spearfish and Huron. The Governors will see new faces dawn the varsity tennis courts and Megan Bauck, head coach of the Governors says it’s going to be some tough matches this weekend for everybody, returners and newcomers…
Expectations High for Golf as Pierre Begins Season
Five seniors are back for one more season as the Pierre Governor golf team has a lot of expectations coming into the year which begins on Monday in Brandon. Between the five of Luke Olson, Nick Bothun, Sawyer Sonnenschein, Jack Bartlett and Lincoln Houska, they have all either won or competed within every tournament and event they’ve played in over their varsity playing careers. Last season the Governors finished in third place as a team at the state tournament while placing both Bothun and Olson in the top ten. The Governors placed second back in 2022. Olson says the team is really excited for this year…
BISCHOFF SERVING AS PRESIDENT OF SD ASSOCIATED SCHOOL BOARDS
The SD Associated School Boards and School Administrators meeting for 2024 wrapped up in Sioux Falls last week. Recently taking over as president of the Associated School Boards is Garret Bischoff of Huron with his association with the Huron School Board. Garret talks about some of the work the board is involved with.
Brookings-area calendar for Aug. 17-23, 2024
• Brookings AA has meetings at 8:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. at 135 First Ave. S. For more information, call 605-692-6070. • Brookings AA has meetings at 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. at 135 First Ave. S. For more information, call 605-692-6070. • The Brookings Domestic Abuse Shelter women’s support...
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