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City approves change orders for Trojan Village and Public Works Building
The Madison City Commission approved three change orders at their meeting on Monday. The first change was for the Trojan Village Street Construction and Extension of Washington Avenue and Division Avenue. The existing subgrade was found to be soft and in need of stabilization. Aggregate thickness will be increased from 8” to 12” thick except at the intersection of Washington Avenue where it will be 16” thick.
Humane Society to host annual Wags and Waves fundraiser
The Humane Society of the Black Hills is hosting a fundraising event in Rapid City. The ninth annual Wags and Waves event happens Sep. 3 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Jimmy Hilton Pool at Sioux Park. This is the last day the pool is open to the public for the season.
Missile Silo Construction Could Threaten Sacred Sites
CHEYENNE, WY- Last week the United States Air Force (USAF) met with various tribal representatives at Warren Air Force Base to discuss the upcoming Minute Man Missile construction, and how that construction might negatively impact tribal cultural sites. This meeting was addressed over the weekend at the Great Plains Tribal Chairman's Association (GPTCA) meeting in Rapid City.
Volunteers prepare the stage for music festival in Memorial Park
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Hills Alive Music Festival has come to Rapid City for nearly forty years, and the stage is set up in Memorial Park. The festival features more than a dozen Christian artists and is run by Sioux Falls-based LifeLight Communications. This is reportedly the earliest the stage has been set up ahead of the show in the festival’s history, and LifeLight Vice President and Chief Operations Officer Jon Setzer praised the work of volunteers this week.
Christian YouTuber stirs controversy with video claiming Rapid City’s churches don’t help the homeless
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - YouTuber God Family and Guns is in Rapid City this week, and he posted a video Tuesday criticizing Rapid City’s church leaders. The video reached 20,000 plus views in 48 hours, and not everyone is happy with his commentary on the City of Presidents.
America has a lifeline: WBI celebrates continued success of suicide lifeline
As part of Wyoming Behavioral Institute’s “Mental Health Matters” series on Oil City News, WBI Chief Executive Officer Mike Phillips has written a letter to the community, calling attention to the two-year anniversary of the national suicide lifeline 988. We can all help prevent suicide. This month...
Nonprofit retail organization making a difference for people with disabilities
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A retail store in Rapid City is making a difference for people with disabilities. On Thursday, Goodwill of the Great Plains on Lindbergh Avenue hosted an open house to introduce their new Integrated Day Services program. The program is designed to help people with disabilities...
Gaining altitude: Gillette Police Department exploring law enforcement drone frontier
GILLETTE, Wyo. — Seeing a police drone could become as normal as seeing a police dog in the community — or at least that’s the end goal sought by Gillette Police Detective Cpl. Dan Stroup. From initial first responders to tactical crisis negotiation and missing person searches,...
Monument Health to expand pain management services
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Monument Health acquired West River anesthesiology consultants to expand their pain management services. The newly expanded services are bringing in countless service providers and registered nurses to Monument Health. Doctor Michael Huot, Medical Director of Monument Health Pain Management Clinic, says that 7 percent of...
New additions coming to School of Mines Museum of Geology
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - After last weekend, we know how hot it can be this year, and how it can be a a good idea to plan some activities indoors to try to beat the heat. One option in town that many may have not considered is the Museum of Geology.
Goodwill expands day services in Black Hills
For the first time in South Dakota, Goodwill of the Great Plains is introducing day services for developmentally disabled community members. Staff say the programming offers socialization, life skills, and a chance to earn money. Bridget Solomon is president/CEO for Goodwill of the Great Plains. She said the effort is...
Cutest pet of the week: Berry
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - This is Berry, a 2-year-old leopard gecko. Berry’s fun fact is they love skateboarding, dance parties, and hanging out with people. To submit your furry friend for the cutest pet of the week, you must include the name of your pet, what kind of animal, the age, and a fun fact.
Casey Childers Murder Trial Underway In Colorado
Trial is underway for one of three Sheridan residents accused of kidnapping a Montana woman and killing her in Colorado. Casey Childers is facing charges of first degree murder, second degree kidnapping, and being a felon in possession of a weapon. According to court documents filed in Castle Rock, Colorado,...
Green River’s 2nd “Street Eats” food truck event is tonight
Expedition Island will once again host “Street Eats on the Green,” a family-friendly food truck evening. Tonight’s event, put on by the Green River Parks and Recreation Department, will run from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. This event, now in its second iteration this summer, offers free entry and promises a delightful evening of food, music, and community. Last time, nearly 150 residents attended, with more expected tonight.
‘We will adapt we will overcome’, real estate changes to start Aug. 17
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Earlier this year, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) settled a class action lawsuit that will change the way realtors do their jobs and how much they’re paid for it. On August 17 there will be two major changes made to the way real...
Construction leads to parking changes at Rapid City Regional Airport
With summer travel in full swing, Rapid City Regional Airport continues to make improvements and upgrades for the future. In the meantime, officials have made changes to parking. One of those changes is the closure of the cell phone lot, which is closed until construction is complete on the west...
Severe Storms Possible In SE Wyoming Thursday, Friday
The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service says strong storms are possible in southeast Wyoming on Thursday and Friday, with strong winds and large hail being the primary hazards. The agency posted the following on its website: Storms are expected through late this week with a few severe thunderstorms...
Vulcan Motorcycle riders descend on Keystone a couple weeks before Sturgis Rally
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Vulcan Riders Association hosts their National Rally in a different city each year. This year, they decided to bring their Japanese cruisers to Keystone. “We’ve been to the Smoky Mountains, we’ve been to Grand Junction in Colorado,” said Vulcan Riders Association National Treasurer Timothy...
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