Local/State Headlines
Thousands of South Dakota Voters Limited to Federal-Only Ballots Under New Election Laws
SOUTH DAKOTA - Nearly 6,000 South Dakotans are currently registered as federal-only voters, meaning they can vote for federal offices but not in state or local races unless they meet new voter registration requirements. According to a report from South Dakota Searchlight, the number of federal-only voters has nearly qu...
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Rapid City to Host Public Open House on Proposed Data Center Regulations
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City residents are being encouraged to attend a public open house this week to learn about and provide feedback on proposed regulations for future data centers in the city. The Community Development Department will host the event Wednesday, October 14, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at City Hall. Officia...
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Winter Clothing Drive Underway to Support Veterans at Cornerstone Mission
RAPID CITY, S.D. - The West River Retired Senior Volunteer Program, or RSVP+, is asking the public to donate winter clothing items for veterans staying at the Cornerstone Mission in Rapid City. The annual Make A Difference Day collection is seeking new socks, underwear, hats, gloves, and coats to help veterans prepare...
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Douglas Football Team Forfeits Upcoming Game Due to Player Injuries
BOX ELDER, S.D. - Douglas High School has forfeited its varsity football game against Yankton scheduled for Oct. 16 because of a shortage of healthy players on the roster. In a letter to families and community members, school officials said the decision was made out of an abundance of caution after ongoing injuries sig...
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Meade County Commissioners Oppose Proposed Wild and Scenic River Designation
STURGIS, S.D. - The Meade County Commission has voted to oppose a proposal that could designate a portion of Little Elk Creek as a federal Wild and Scenic River. The discussion came after former commissioner Alan Aker urged county leaders to weigh in, arguing that local government input could play an important role as ...
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