Local/State Headlines
Rapid City Schools Launch New Visitor Screening System
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Visitors to Rapid City Area Schools will now face enhanced security screening under a new districtwide visitor management system launched today. The system, known as Raptor VisitorSafe, requires anyone going beyond a school's main office to present a valid photo ID and complete a check-in process. Sc...
39m ago
Structure Destroyed in Sunday Fire Near Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Several area fire departments responded to a structure fire north of Rapid City on Sunday afternoon. The fire was reported just before 3 p.m. at a property on Erickson Ranch Road. Fire crews arrived to find the structure engulfed, and officials say the building was destroyed. No injuries were reporte...
49m ago
Sturgis Seeks Consultant to Expand Rally Sponsorship and Licensing Program
STURGIS, S.D. - The City of Sturgis is looking to grow the business side of its world-famous motorcycle rally. City officials have issued a Request for Qualifications and Interest, seeking an experienced consultant to help expand the Sturgis Rally's sponsorship and trademark licensing program. Mayor Rod Bradley says th...
58m ago
Stranded Rock Climber Rescued from Old Baldy Mountain Without Injury
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Pennington County Search and Rescue is being credited with safely rescuing a stranded rock climber from Old Baldy Mountain over the weekend. According to Pennington County Fire Services, the climber became stuck on the rock face Saturday night. Rescue crews were able to reach the individual, make con...
1h ago
Rapid City Residents Invited to Share Historic Photos for Community Preservation Project
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City residents are being asked to help preserve the city's history by sharing old photographs as part of a new community project. The Rapid City Historic Preservation Commission and The Journey Museum will host a "Picture Our Past" event on November 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. at The Journey M...
1h ago
