YMCA of Rapid City announces Fall Promotions 2025

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The YMCA of Rapid City is helping family members and individuals jump into fall wellness with a special promotion: pay no joining fee and enjoy the entire month of September free when you sign up for a membership. “This...

New addiction center opens in Rapid City to address treatment gap

RAPID CITY, S.D. — As concerns grow over gaps in Rapid City's support network, a new facility is stepping up to fill the void for those struggling with substance abuse. Buffalo Plains Recovery, a 16-bed inpatient center, opened its doors in June...

Black Hills Energy replacing Rapid City generating station

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Black Hills Energy broke ground recently for the Lange 2 generating station in Rapid City. The project will provide power for existing and new customers and future projects. Lange 2 will be a major power generating station when...

Help Celebrate 75 Years of Rapid City Airport with Your Memories

RAPID CITY, S.D.— Rapid City Regional Airport is celebrating 75 years of air travel in the Black Hills. Although smaller airfields existed at the time, Rapid City Regional was the first in the region built for commercial air traffic. Opening in...

Sioux Falls Man Arrested on Charges of Possession of Child Pornography, Controlled Substance

A 60-year-old Sioux Falls man has been arrested on five counts of Possession of Child Pornography and one count of Possession of a Controlled Substance. William Michael Tillman was arrested Tuesday (Aug. 26, 2025) by the South Dakota Division of...

August 27 recap: Rapid City news you may have missed today

Rapid City celebrates opening of $5.1 million water booster station

Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun, along with community and development officials, celebrated the ribbon-cutting for the $5.1 million Shepherd Hills Regional Water Booster Pump Station on Tuesday. The booster pump station has been online since April,...

Rapid City water official responds to groundwater survey that prompted concerns about shortage

Rapid City Water Superintendent Eric Boyda spoke Thursday on the recently released U.S. Geological Survey, which found some concerns with groundwater usage in the Black Hills, to assure the city's water supplies are not at risk. Rapid City Water...

Rapid City man arrested after he fled police

A Rapid City man was arrested for eluding police in an incident that ended shortly after officers used a stun gun on the suspect. Christian Clifford, 30, was arrested around 5:10 p.m. on Friday, according to the Rapid City Police Department. The...

Rapid City man arrested for DUI after falling from car and being struck by his own vehicle

A Rapid City man was arrested for DUI after falling out of his car and being hit by his own vehicle. Orlando Barrientos, 20, was arrested on suspicion of DUI and underage consumption of alcohol on Friday before being transported to the Pennington...

South Dakota at Iowa State odds, picks and…

The South Dakota Coyotes (0-0) visit the No. 21 Iowa State Cyclones (1-0) Saturday at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (FOX). Let's analyze FanDuel Sportsbook's NCAA football odds around the South Dakota vs. Iowa...

Rapid City man arrested for DUI and fighting with police

A Rapid City man was arrested Thursday morning for resisting arrest after speeding down West Omaha Street while drinking. Julian Starkey Sr., 29, was arrested on suspicion of a third DUI offense, reckless driving, obstruction and open container in...

Rapid City: Brody Wells takes control en route to Xtreme Broncs Finals win

Brody Wells knew exactly what he needed to accomplish heading into the short go at the Xtreme Broncs Finals in Rapid City, S.D., Sunday night. The 21-year-old Powell, Wyo., cowboy was the only bronc rider to record a 90-plus point ride in the long...

Another gold rush could bring open pit mines to South Dakota's Black Hills

SARAH RAZA Associated Press SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — A gold rush brought settlers to South Dakota's Black Hills roughly 150 years ago, chasing the dream of wealth and displacing Native Americans in the process. Now, a new crop of miners driven by...

Rapid City neighbors: Obituaries for August 27

Labor Day in Sioux Falls: What's open, and what is there to do?

Labor Day weekend is almost here for the city of Sioux Falls. From outdoor events and family activities to local eats, drinks and shopping, there’s no shortage of ways to soak up the last long weekend of summer. Here’s your guide to what’s...

Rapid City neighbors: Obituaries for August 29

Labor Day deals, holiday hours in Sioux Falls: What to know

Labor Day weekend is here, and whether you’re planning a relaxing day off or hunting for big shopping bargains, it helps to know what’s open, what's closed and special holiday hours. From government offices and banks to local shops and national...

Does South Dakota have a comparatively large population of cicadas?

SIOUX FALLS (South Dakota News Watch) - No, South Dakota has a relatively low number of cicadas compared to other states in the Midwest and some in the East that host periodic broods. Cicadas, which make a continuous and buzzing noise that can be...

Government reaches $18M settlement with people from South Dakota, Montana abused by Indian Health Service doctor

MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — The federal government recently finalized an $18 million settlement with a group of 12 people who were abused by an Indian Health Service doctor in Montana and South Dakota. Indian Health Service (IHS) is the federal entity...