Zada Jones
Multimedia Journalist
Zada Jones started her career with KOTA Territory in February 2024 as a Multimedia Journalist.
Zada is from East River South Dakota, graduating from Canton High School and attending college at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona.
Education
Updated: Jul. 25, 2024 at 3:47 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones and Gray News staff
The 17-year-old says he’s proud to represent the Lakota tribe as he takes the world record.
Updated: Jun. 27, 2024 at 11:29 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
The Rapid City Visitor Center celebrated its new location with refreshments and a ribbon cutting.
Updated: Jun. 26, 2024 at 9:06 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Doctor Miller stresses the importance of sun-protective clothing, hats, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Jun. 26, 2024 at 12:54 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Finance officer Adam Hosch reported the shortfall earlier this month, during the presentation of the 2023 annual report to the city council.
Updated: Jun. 25, 2024 at 8:59 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
On June 23, 2023 Spearfish experienced an extreme rainstorm resulting in flooding, washing out roads and filling homes and apartments with water.
Updated: Jun. 24, 2024 at 9:04 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
We all feel better after a good dose of fresh air, sunshine, and physical activity.
Updated: Jun. 18, 2024 at 8:49 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
The cost of an annual registration is rising from $5,310 to $9,000.
Updated: Jun. 17, 2024 at 8:39 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Meade County Sheriff Pat West says the chase started when a deputy tried to pull over a black Chevy Suburban, which was the target of a traffic complaint.
Updated: Jun. 15, 2024 at 11:25 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Tourist season in the Black Hills starts in May and continues into September.
Updated: Jun. 13, 2024 at 8:34 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
The Discover Rock Climbing Course will introduce women to the sport in a supportive environment.
Updated: Jun. 12, 2024 at 9:59 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
So far, the group has raised $19,240 of their $25,000 goal.
Updated: Jun. 12, 2024 at 9:55 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
For Black Hills Aerial Adventures, these changes impact their close-up site tours.
Updated: Jun. 11, 2024 at 8:59 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
The City of Sturgis hopes to continue to add more interactive musical instruments to their parks throughout the years.
Updated: Jun. 11, 2024 at 8:51 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Testing the street course is important to ensure the safety and quality of the event.
Updated: Jun. 11, 2024 at 1:10 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
The Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity has constructed and remodeled over 232 affordable homes in the Black Hills area and hopes to do many more.
Updated: Jun. 10, 2024 at 2:24 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
The city's greenway is not only a space for recreation but also an important part of the community's identity.
Updated: Jun. 7, 2024 at 11:49 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Bedbug bites typically appear as small, swollen areas on the skin that may be arranged in a line or cluster.
Updated: Jun. 7, 2024 at 11:46 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
With these reminders, drivers and motorcyclists alike can both contribute to safer roadways.
Updated: Jun. 6, 2024 at 12:32 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
A rumor claimed the airport would be shut down for March, April, and May of next year for a complete redo of the runway.
Updated: Jun. 5, 2024 at 11:34 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Shoemaker says he is proud of the record-breaking numbers and looks forward to Rapid Transit's continued success.
Updated: Jun. 4, 2024 at 8:29 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
If passed, this measure would legalize cannabis for people 21 and older.
Updated: Jun. 4, 2024 at 8:28 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
The celebration was held in Rapid City with a picnic attended by employees, their families, and local community members.
Updated: Jun. 3, 2024 at 8:36 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Liberty and Justice for All and the Black Hills Center for Equality have already begun preparations for next year's event.
Updated: Jun. 3, 2024 at 12:10 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
As election season approaches, the border situation remains an important focal point for both parties.
Updated: Jun. 3, 2024 at 12:06 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Noem believes this was a "sham trial" that was set up for a conviction to allow Democrats to win an election.
Updated: May. 30, 2024 at 9:24 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Gas prices in Rapid City have jumped ten cents within the last week.
Updated: May. 29, 2024 at 8:29 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Chris Johnson and Caroline Sharp opened Tinder Box Cigar Lounge in 2014 after seeing the store’s potential while on a date. One decade later, they are solidifying their venture’s status as one of the longest-standing businesses in the downtown area.
Updated: May. 28, 2024 at 9:49 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
This is the first time the airport has expanded its capabilities since the terminal was built in the 1980s.
Updated: May. 27, 2024 at 12:39 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Each year, volunteers placed more than 24 thousand flags over three cemeteries including the Black Hills National Cemetery, the Hot Springs National Cemetery, and the Fort Meade National Cemetery.
Updated: May. 24, 2024 at 12:04 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
With Roe v Wade being overturned at the federal level in 2022, the pro-choice community has been working to bring back those rights. At South Dakota’s state level, Dakotans For Health put together a petition with more than 55,000 signatures to put the measure on the ballot.
Updated: May. 23, 2024 at 9:27 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
After building an Earth Home in Rapid City years prior for a client, Leonard Geidel is using his passion to finally build his own Earth Home.
Updated: May. 22, 2024 at 8:59 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Woodard said the issue was identified and the outage resolved.
Updated: May. 20, 2024 at 10:37 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Thirty-year-old William Thunder Hawk's charges come from two separate events in 2023.
Updated: May. 20, 2024 at 1:13 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Michelle Kagarmanov says that investing in this training ensures their teachers are well-equipped to provide the best possible education for the children.
The Porter Project; Getting books into the hands of every first and second grader in the Black Hills
Updated: May. 16, 2024 at 9:57 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
According to United Way, the Porter Project has been the most successful reading project in South Dakota history.
Updated: May. 16, 2024 at 9:33 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones and Eric Wesolick
Pennington County Sheriff's Office just hired their first Special Deputy, Edward Vawter.
Updated: May. 15, 2024 at 10:30 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Sky Ridge is an expansive housing development spread across 150 acres in Spearfish.
Updated: May. 14, 2024 at 9:57 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
With travel increasing during tourist season, officers are stepping up patrols to enforce seatbelt laws and crack down on impaired driving.
Updated: May. 13, 2024 at 9:25 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Throughout the four days of the Torch Run, law enforcement officers, along with two athletes, run the "Flame of Hope" through 19 cities in South Dakota to spread awareness for the Special Olympics.
Updated: May. 13, 2024 at 1:35 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
This event wasn't just about racing; it was about coming together to honor the lives of children lost too soon.
Updated: May. 10, 2024 at 12:14 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Dancers from the Prima School of Dancing are deep in rehearsals, perfecting their routines for upcoming performances.
Updated: May. 9, 2024 at 9:24 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Last year, the city's visitor office space helped 1500 visitors.
Updated: May. 8, 2024 at 8:59 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Some examples of items that qualify for pickup include appliances, bikes, furniture, and untreated lumber.
Updated: May. 6, 2024 at 11:24 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
This delightful guy is a ten-month-old white rabbit with tiny spotted ears.
Updated: May. 6, 2024 at 11:22 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Judge Robert Gusinsky said he believed Mohammed knew and understood his rights.
Updated: May. 6, 2024 at 3:13 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Reflecting on Patricia Ruth Roueche's milestone birthday, she gives those wanting to live a longer life tips on how to live until 100.
Updated: May. 6, 2024 at 3:09 AM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Customers of one local business are on high alert after recent reports of scam calls to get money and customer's personal information over the phone.
Updated: May. 3, 2024 at 12:45 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
The grant is coming from Johns Hopkins and the official announcement is expected on Monday.
Updated: May. 2, 2024 at 11:28 PM EDT
|By Zada Jones
Through the platform, renters can submit maintenance requests directly, eliminating the chance for miscommunication.
Updated: May. 1, 2024 at 10:49 PM EDT
|By Jack Caudill and Zada Jones
Leslie White faces up to 30 years in prison.