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Many people who receive blood transfusions do so because of medical conditions like cancer.

FDA proposed guidelines could increase the number of people able to donate blood

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Cyle Clark
The new policy would eliminate the three-month waiting period for blood donations from gay or bisexual men.

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Many ranching families have been raising cattle for generations and know the key to being...

Agriculture industry generates billions for South Dakota

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Cyle Clark
The South Dakota Beef Industry Council says the key to sustainability is social responsibility, economic viability, and environmental stewardship.

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Go Red for Women during American Heart Month.

‘Go Red for Women’ marks American Heart month

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Kayla Henderson
Stay active and get checked annually by your primary doctor to maintain a healthy heart.

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Accepting out-of-state occupational licenses could ease worker shortage

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Kayla Henderson
With more people moving to the Black Hills, getting a job that requires a license can be quite a process.

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United Way is still short of campaign goal

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Madison Newman
United Way has only raised 81 percent of their campaign goal.

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South Dakota is a state to retire in

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Madison Newman
WalletHub claims South Dakota is a pretty good place to plant your feet, and stay.

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Feds indict three Dewey County men in major gun theft

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Jack Siebold
Feds make case against three men for stealing more than 100 guns last summer.

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Senate leadership picks nine for “Committee on Discipline and Expulsion”

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Austin Goss
Nine South Dakota state senators will be a part of the “Committee on Discipline and Expulsion” next week, which is tasked with considering whether or not Sen. Julie Frye-Mueller (R-Rapid City) should be removed from the body.

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Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo is ‘back in the saddle’

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Keith Grant
Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo Board Members, elected officials, and volunteers were all in attendance to cut the ribbon, signifying the start of Rapid City's premier agriculture event.

Sturgis Rally

Laura Klock named grand marshal of 83rd Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By KOTA Staff
Sturgis announced that Laura Klock, president and founder of the South Dakota non-profit Helping With Horsepower, will be the grand marshal for the 83rd motorcycle rally.
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Disaster declaration sought for Oglala and Rosebud tribes

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By KOTA Staff
South Dakota's congressional delegation attempts to quicken pace of federal disaster assistance for two tribes.

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DCI: Shots fired by Sioux Falls officer were justified

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Dakota News Now staff
Authorities investigated the incident that took place on Dec. 20, 2022.

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Elevate is celebrating their 5-year anniversary

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 9:00 PM MST
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By KOTA Staff
Elevate Rapid City is looking to generate more business for the area.

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Tax Season is Upon Us

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 7:26 PM MST
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By KOTA Staff
The IRS is now accepting tax returns.

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Empty storefronts are spotted downtown Rapid City

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 7:12 PM MST
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By Kayla Henderson
There is some prime real estate to rent downtown Rapid City, but success isn't always easy.

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From ranch to city, livestock arriving for the Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 6:55 PM MST
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By Juliana Alford
The cowboys and cowgirls were wrangling in their livestock to the Monument.

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A young cowboy takes the reins of a competition horse

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 6:42 PM MST
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By Juliana Alford
A young cowboy took on the reins of a competition horse and was able to showcase skills and earn a new title.

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The verdict is in, New York man found guilty on 3 counts of first-degree murder

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 4:55 PM MST
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By KEVN Staff
The verdict is in. After almost two weeks in the courtroom, a jury has found Arnson Absolu guilty on all counts of first-degree murder.

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The verdict is in, New York man found guilty on 3 counts of first-degree murder

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 4:54 PM MST
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By KOTA Staff
The verdict is in. After almost two weeks in the courtroom, a jury has found Arnson Absolu guilty on all counts of first-degree murder.

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Rebuking Lieutenant Governor, State Senate makes unprecedented move to suspend member

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 4:28 PM MST
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By Austin Goss
State senators chose to override Lieutenant Governor Larry Rhoden and indefinitely suspend Sen. Julie Frye-Mueller (R-Rapid City) because of alleged conduct towards a legislative staffer.

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South Dakota ready to strike ‘he’ from the state Constitution

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 3:47 PM MST
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By KOTA Staff
Two South Dakota legislators file “First Woman Governor” bill and constitutional amendment, replacing "he" with "governor."

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Skogen Kitchen chef Joseph Raney earns prestigious nomination

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 3:18 PM MST
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By KOTA Staff
“It is such an honor to celebrate these two outstanding South Dakota chefs,” said James Hagen, secretary of the South Dakota Department of Tourism. “Anybody who has been to their restaurants can easily understand why they are semifinalists for this incredible award."

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Sen. John Thune says South Dakota agriculture must be a priority in 2023 farm bill

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 3:02 PM MST
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By Dean Welte
The senator says the last few years have revealed vulnerabilities in the nation’s food supply chain

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South Dakota takes a look at ‘nuclear option’

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 3:00 PM MST
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By Todd Epp
Senate Concurrent Resolution 601 recommends that the legislature’s Executive Board consider studying nuclear power’s future.

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SD state senator responds to removal from committees

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 11:06 AM MST
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By Austin Goss
Sen. Julie Frye-Mueller (R-Rapid City) is responding for the first time after being stripped of her committee assignments by Senate leadership Wednesday.

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South Dakota Legislature starts work on repealing groceries tax

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 10:44 AM MST
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By Todd Epp
South Dakota lawmakers begin the debate over governor's campaign pledge to scuttle state tax on groceries.

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Downtown Rapid City patients need warm clothing ahead of anticipated winter weather

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 10:25 AM MST
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By Keith Grant
George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and J.F.K. need some warm winter clothes. Right now, only a handful of presidents are covered in scarves or hats.

Good Morning Black Hills

Mixology at Home - Irish Cream Martini

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 10:23 AM MST
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By Jack Siebold
An Irish whiskey cocktail might not be on your menu, especially after dinner. But add a little cream to that whiskey and it is a different story.

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Vandalization of Sturgis ice rink leads to closure for weeks

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 11:02 PM MST
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
Community ice rink in Sturgis closes after being vandalized Monday night.

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Crews turn a rodeo ring into a snowcross arena

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 7:09 PM MST
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By Juliana Alford
With the recent snow in the Black Hills, snowmobiliers have been out enjoying the trails. This weekend, however, the snowmobiles are trading the trails for a track.

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Vendors head to Rapid City from across the Midwest, for the 65th annual Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 7:08 PM MST
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By Kayla Henderson
The annual event is an opportunity for people all over to come and have fun.

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Western Dakota Technical College receives funding for new equipment

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 7:06 PM MST
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By Cyle Clark
The money will go towards purchasing new equipment for their machinery and health care programs.

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Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity: “We’re just starting conversations for a possible larger build site”

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 7:05 PM MST
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity will receive funding from the City of Sturgis to build affordable housing.

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The Salvation Army of the Black Hills is looking for help from the community to meet campaign goal

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 7:03 PM MST
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By Cyle Clark
The Salvation Army of the Black Hills has extended the deadline to the end of January to help meet their goal.

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In rare move, State Senator removed from committee assignments

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 3:37 PM MST
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By Austin Goss
Sen. Julie Frye-Mueller (R-Rapid City) was stripped of her two committee assignments as a result of an interaction she had with an LRC staffer.

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South Dakota Legislature poised to bar pregnant women from getting medical marijuana

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 2:59 PM MST
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By Todd Epp
Pregnant or breastfeeding women could be barred from getting medical marijuana cards.

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South Dakota bill would require reporting of student crimes

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 12:43 PM MST
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By Amancai Biraben
Lawmakers agreed Tuesday to move forward with a proposal requiring law enforcement communicate with schools regarding student crimes.

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COVID-19 triage call center at Monument Health proved vital

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 10:57 AM MST
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By Alena Neves
As COVID-19 swept through the country, the healthcare industry came under scrutiny. While nurses struggled to navigate the pandemic, hospitals were facing a healthcare dilemma as the numbers of cases were climbing.

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South Dakota lawmakers in no mood to pile on Jan. 6 and COVID controversies

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 10:27 AM MST
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By Todd Epp
State representative from Rapid City wanted the South Dakota Legislature to support Jan. 6 defendants. His fellow lawmakers didn't agree.

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South Dakota lawmakers want end to “kid friendly” drag shows

Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 8:40 AM MST
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By Austin Goss
South Dakota Republican state lawmakers want to end “kid-friendly” drag shows in the state.

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Strong start to 2023 for Terry Peak

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 8:04 PM MST
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By KEVN Staff
Terry Peak is seeing a good start to the year.

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Advocates want to accurately measure the number of homeless people in Rapid City

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 7:49 PM MST
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By Nick Nelson
These counts are required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, to identify the gaps in housing services, and to allocate funds in an appropriate way.

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A non-profit organization creates a ‘family’ while teaching impaired skiers

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 7:26 PM MST
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
A non-profit organization in the Black Hills helps people with impairments learn to ski.

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A new flavor is intown, as Girl Scouts prepare for cookie season

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 5:17 PM MST
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By Kayla Henderson
People are waiting for the new Girl Scouts flavor Raspberry Rally

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Senate Bill 41, helping housing shortage, in process for approval

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 5:15 PM MST
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By Kayla Henderson
Senate Bill 41 passed 54 to 16 after several attempts to amend the bill.

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Rapid City Fire Department responds to more than 21,000 calls in 2022

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 5:14 PM MST
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By Cyle Clark
The Rapid City Fire Department releases these numbers to offer transparency and better communication on what the department is doing to the community.

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Absolu Inquired Into Prices For Guns Through Social Media

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 5:09 PM MST
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By KOTA Staff
Messages on Absolu's phone show him inquiring about prices of guns that are believed to be in connection with the murders.

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Winter hiking in the Black Hills; safety tips for a fun adventure

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 4:50 PM MST
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By Juliana Alford
Before you go on your next winter hike there are some essentials you should bring with you on your expedition.

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Rapid City Regional Airport hopeful for $20 million grant to help with major renovation

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 3:27 PM MST
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By Keith Grant
A $20 million grant would go a long way in paying for Rapid City Regional Airport renovations.

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Noem and AG letter warns pharmacists about abortion medication

Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 3:18 PM MST
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By KOTA Staff
FDA ruling on abortion medication prompts letter warning South Dakota's pharmacists that they could be convicted of a felony if they disburse the medication.
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