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The Humane Society of the Black Hills: Critical time to support
RAPID CITY, S.D. - The Humane Society of the Black Hills is facing a significant financial crisis, with its future funding in jeopardy due to multiple of factors. The organization has been operating on a tight budget for years. "The Humane Society has done very well with very little for...
Join Rapid City’s Summer Nights in a tribute to military heroes
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The community is invited to join Summer Nights in honoring military heroes on Thursday, August 15, from 6 to 9 p.m. Each year, the Summer Nights Board of Directors dedicates an evening to recognizing active-duty military members and veterans for their service. All tips collected at the beverage stations will be donated to A Bridge Between Us, a local non-profit organization that provides a safe haven for veterans struggling with the transition between military and civilian life.
Are Woke Policies Killing the Great American Motorcycle?
According to various reports, several 'woke' policies and decisions by American motorcycle giant Harley Davidson are leading to pushback, dropping stock and sales. According to reports from Rightwing.org, this summer's 84th Annual massive motorcycle rally in Sturgis, South Dakota was marked by numerous comments, complaints, and even some protests against what bikers say are woke policies by Harley Davidson. They include, according to Rightwing:
T-shirts can’t be lasting signage
The Custer City Council passed the first reading of an ordinance to regulate types of signage in Custer at its regular meeting Aug. 5. The ordinance was first discussed at the June 3 meeting, but was tabled pending discussion with business owners who would be affected by the regulations. City...
BRITTON CITY COUNCIL: BALL PROGRAM SEEKS FUNDING
A seven-person delegation from the Britton Baseball/Softball Association met with the Britton City Council at its regular meeting on Monday to discuss field improvements and request funds, and that triggered a council discussion of needs vs. wants for a variety of city facilities. A special meeting is planned for Monday,...
From the Halls of City Hall for Wednesday, August 14, 2024
{KXLG - Watertown, SD} On this week's From the Halls of City Hall our guests were Watertown Mayor Ried Holien and Deputy Mayor Councilman Randy Tupper. Your browser does not support the audio element. The primary topics discussed are:. Roundabouts: The effectiveness and design of roundabouts in Watertown, particularly addressing...
114th Annual Faith Stock Show & Rodeo Highlights
The 114th Annual Faith Stock Show & Rodeo (FSSR) is in the books. In this and next week’s edition you will see highlights of this yearly celebration of life out here on the prairie, and as many will attest, it is “the best party on the prairie” each August.
SPEAKING OF MAKING HISTORY, TRIUMPH TAKES FIRST AFT ADV WIN
Triumph Motorcycles has made history on the closing Sunday of the Sturgis Rally when veteran flat track racer “Slammin’ Sammy” Halbert won the inaugural American Flat Track AdventureTrackers race during the class debut at the Sturgis TT run through the middle of town. Fittingly, the very first Sturgis Rally was actually a race held on August 14, 1938, with 9 competitors. Fast forward to August 11th, 2024, where 9 racers once again lineup on the starting grid of a new race. Hot on Halbert's heels was the five-time World Enduro Champion, Iván Cervantes, cementing Triumph’s moment in history.
Niobrara Council responds to state auditor’s allegations of mishandling funds
VALENTINE, Neb. - The Niobrara Council is responding to the Nebraska state auditor’s allegations of mishandling public funds. The nonprofit, which helps manage the Niobrara National Scenic River, is sending a letter to the auditor stating that it’s not a state agency and therefore not required to issue a statement of corrective action. However, the Council is making changes in response to the auditor’s concerns.
Court documents reveal new information in deadly bicycle crash near Valentine
VALENTINE, Neb. - Court documents reveal new information in the case of an Arkansas man accused of hitting and killing a bicyclist with his vehicle near Valentine on June 29. Adam Earl Joe Cooper, 35, of White Hall, Arkansas plans to plead not guilty to two Class 3 felonies: motor vehicle homicide and failure to stop and render aid in serious injury or death. He’s accused of killing 82-year-old Larry Covalciuc, who was a participant in Tour de Nebraska, a five-day, 350-mile bike ride across Nebraska.
Derek Graesser's complete-game performance sends Winner/Colome into Class B quarterfinals
MITCHELL — The Winner/Colome Pheasants advanced on to the State B quarterfinals, defeating the Mount Vernon Mustangs 5-2 with the help of a complete-game gem by Derek Graesser. Graesser allowed just two runs on five hits and a walk in nine innings, including 7.2 innings of no-hit baseball before...
With certifications in Arizona and Missouri, voters in eight states will decide on abortion-related ballot measures in 2024, the most on record for a single year
Voters in eight states—Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Missouri, New York, Nevada, and South Dakota—will decide on abortion-related ballot measures in Nov. 2024. This is the most on record for a single year. Initiatives are pending signature verification in three additional states—Arkansas, Montana, and Nebraska. Measures were most...
SDSU Extension to feature emerald ash borer management at 2024 Dakotafest
South Dakota State University Extension will return to Dakotafest in 2024 with educational displays and on-site experts showcasing more than 10 topics. Dakotafest is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CDT on Aug. 20-22, 2024, just south of Mitchell at 2300 E. Spruce St. The annual agricultural trade show brings together farmers, ranchers and agricultural industry professionals from across the region. Tickets are $7 in advance or $10 at the gate.
Farmers Union Ag Expo Center connects children, families to agriculture
The Farmers Union Ag Expo Center opened August 12, 2024, at the Brown County Fair. Inside this interactive space, the state’s largest agriculture organization connects South Dakotans who don’t live and work on farms and ranches to the individuals and animals that do. “Even though agriculture is our...
Enhancing small towns in northeastern SD
CASTLEWOOD, S.D. (KELO) — While there are plenty of amenities in the bigger cities of South Dakota, the smaller towns are doing what they can to be competitive places to settle down. Just south of Watertown, you will find the city of Castlewood. While many people drive to Watertown...
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