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Ellsworth bomber force escapes new budget cuts

But concern remains as the military trims 100,000 troops, retires old planes and slows delivery of new aircraft.  Then there are the possible base closures coming.

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SD students combat Native American stereotypes

About 50 students at Todd County High School have made a YouTube video to refute claims about reservation life portrayed in an ABC special featuring the Pine Ridge reservation.

Stock show creates hundreds of local jobs

Organizers estimate that 300,000 people will come through the Civic Center over the next two weeks. The estimated economic impact for western South Dakota could reach as high as $40-$50 million dollars.

SD Infant mortality rates among nation's highest Video included

It's as complex issue with no sound solution. The infant mortality rate in South Dakota is among the highest in the nation with 7 deaths per every 1,000 live births. The infant mortality rate among Native

Police shooting suspect charged with attempted murder

The man who was shot by law enforcement after a high speed chase and shoot-out made his initial appearance in court Thursday morning. Wheelchair bound, 42 year old Leslie James Baker Junior of Gillette

Children First: Learning a new language helps kids understand differences Video included

Growing up can be tough for kids especially when they're considered "different" by their peers.  And by different, that means someone who doesn't look or talk like them.

But learning a new language can help teach children about diversity and acceptance.

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Ellsworth bomber force escapes new budget cuts

U.S. Air Force photo U.S. Air Force photo

But concern remains as the military trims 100,000 troops, retires old planes and slows delivery of new aircraft.  Then there are the possible base closures coming.

SD students combat Native American stereotypes

About 50 students at Todd County High School have made a YouTube video to refute claims about reservation life portrayed in an ABC special featuring the Pine Ridge reservation.

Stock show creates hundreds of local jobs

Organizers estimate that 300,000 people will come through the Civic Center over the next two weeks. The estimated economic impact for western South Dakota could reach as high as $40-$50 million dollars.

Police shooting suspect charged with attempted murder

The man who was shot by law enforcement after a high speed chase and shoot-out made his initial appearance in court Thursday morning. Wheelchair bound, 42 year old Leslie James Baker Junior of Gillette

Tax preparation tips

It's tax season again, but this year, you can eliminate some of the inevitable dread of dealing with taxes.  New smart phone and tablet apps like Turbo Tax Snap and IRS2GO help taxpayers track refunds,

Synthetic drug bill gains support in legislature

A bill targeting the sale of synthetic drugs is gaining support in the legislature.  The senate committee voted six-to-one on a bill to increase the list of controlled substance in South Dakota. If the

Rapid City homeless shelter seeks beds for bump in numbers Video included

An influx of homeless men, women, and children is straining Rapid City's Cornerstone Rescue Mission. The shelter's population sits at 127 -- about 30 people above capacity.

GOP pipeline bill raises concerns

A Republican bill to strip the Obama administration from making a decision on the Keystone pipeline is igniting a power struggle between two branches of government.   The bill, sponsored by representative

Synthetic drug use reaching "epidemic level" in South Dakota; Rapid City forum draws hundreds

So many people showed up for the public forum that organizers had to turn away more than 300 people.

South Dakota lawmakers suggest Bibles in public schools

More than 40 state representatives believe public schools should add the Bible to teachers' curriculum.

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