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COVID-19 response to be a feature issue of the South Dakota gubernatorial election

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Austin Goss
Governor Kristi Noem rose to national prominence in large part due to her response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is set to be one of her key issues heading into the 2022 South Dakota gubernatorial race.

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Sturgis rally bikers fashion trends stay the course

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Kayla Henderson
Some biker fashions come and go but some will always be there, such as leather.

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Rapid City seeks public input on housing, development

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
Rapid City officials look for input on housing and community development plans.

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The Rats Hole comes to the Buffalo Chip

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Cyle Clark
The largest bike show comes to the Buffalo Chip during the Sturgis Rally.

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Police draw attention to underage drinking at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
Underage drinking more of a problem this year than last.

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The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame has a new director for the rally

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Cyle Clark
Leah Whaley experiences her first rally as the executive director of the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame.

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Hot temps increase risk of dehydration for bikers at Sturgis

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Bryan Womack
It's easy to forget to drink up when the wind is in your hair.

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Rat’s Hole Custom Bike Show returns to the Buffalo Chip and Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Talgat Almanov
This year's Buffalo Chip featured over 100 of the Sturgis Rally's finest bikes

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5 people plead not guilty to murder of Pine Ridge teenager

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Jack Siebold
Not guilty pleas entered in the shooting death of a Pine Ridge teenager.

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Pedestrian hit on Omaha Street in Rapid City

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Jack Siebold
Man walking on Omaha Street hit by car Wednesday night.

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Rapid City woman faces reckless driving charge after flipping car

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Jack Siebold
Police: Speed and alcohol probably contributed to wicked crash in Rapid City.

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Late night shooting in Rapid City leaves one man dead

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Jack Siebold
Two people shot in North Rapid City Wednesday night; one dead.

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Angostura drowning victim’s body is recovered

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By KOTA Staff
A swimmer reportedly drowned at Angostura Reservoir Tuesday.

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Drivers not yielding at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 9:09 PM CDT
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
The Sturgis police chief warns drivers and riders to yield at stop signs.

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Arrests in Sturgis made following Amber Alert

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 9:01 PM CDT
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
Law enforcement agencies caught up with Amber Alert suspects in Sturgis.

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Rallygoers traveling from Sturgis to Hill City to experience the small town atmosphere

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 8:05 PM CDT
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By Bryan Womack
Bikers looking for a little more elbow room escape Sturgis for southern hills hospitality.

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All Kids Bike places 3 tiny ‘motorcycles’ up for auction

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 7:59 PM CDT
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By Aleah Burggraff
All Kids Bikes raises money at the Sturigs Rally with a silent auction for kindergartners across the country.

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Hundreds of coats donated to 5 Black Hills children’s homes

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 7:22 PM CDT
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By Aleah Burggraff
"All of us need warmth, prayers, and love and that’s what these coats provide."

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Wednesday brings a whole new crowd to the Sturgis Rally

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 6:39 PM CDT
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By Cyle Clark
Wednesday is called "turn around day" at the Sturgis Rally, the day when many bikers call it quits and others roll in to continue the party.

National

President Biden signs PACT Act into law

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 4:19 PM CDT
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By David Ade
Law makes it easier for veterans to get medical care after exposure to toxic fumes

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Water/wastewater assistance is now available in SD

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 2:35 PM CDT
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By KOTA Staff
Families that might lose water service can get financial assistance.

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Fire restrictions implemented in Wyoming

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 2:33 PM CDT
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By KOTA Staff
With concern over wildfires breaking out, Forest Service implements restrictions in Wyoming Black Hills.

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Car crash: Woman with two children attempted to flee the scene

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 2:21 PM CDT
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By KOTA Staff
Police: Mother of two attempted to flee the car crash scene with injured kids.

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Elderly Sturgis man escapes injury when semi crashes into his home

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 11:43 AM CDT
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By KOTA Staff
Homeowner gets a rude awakening; a semi plowing into his home.

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Canadian children in Amber Alert rescued in Meade County

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 10:02 AM CDT
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By KOTA Staff
Two children are safe and two suspects in custody following abduction that ended in Meade County.

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‘Military Appreciation Day’ at the Rally

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 10:04 PM CDT
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By Nick Nelson
Sturgis visitors got to see a B-1 flyover from Ellsworth Air Force Base.

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Inflation causes rallygoers to cut back on travel expenses

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 7:33 PM CDT
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By Kayla Henderson
Inflation causes rallygoers to cut back on their travel expenses but they still enjoy the trip.

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Campgrounds rule at Sturgis Rally

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 7:21 PM CDT
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By Cyle Clark
Study: More than half of of the people at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally would rather bed down at a campground.

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People come from all walks of life to enjoy the Sturgis Rally

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 7:10 PM CDT
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By Cyle Clark
The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally brings people from different backgrounds to the city.

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One dead after shootout with police in Sioux Falls

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 6:42 PM CDT
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By Dakota News Now staff
Police are on the scene of an incident near 12th Street and Kiwanis Avenue in Sioux Falls.

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Final preparations for the Central States Fair are under way

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 5:59 PM CDT
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
As the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally wraps up a new event is right around the corner.

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The Sturgis motorcycle rally sees an increase in drug possession misdemeanors

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 5:40 PM CDT
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
With people coming from across the country for the Sturgis Rally, some bring more than just their bikes with them.

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Dakota Thunder Motorcycle Run kicks off at Ellsworth AFB

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 5:37 PM CDT
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By Bryan Womack
Military bikers provided the thunder in the hills as they ride to honor fellow veterans.

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Biker killed in multi-motorcycle crash near Scenic

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 5:15 PM CDT
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By Bryan Womack
A third motorcyclist is killed during this year's Sturgis Rally.

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Fish Wildfire is 98 percent contained

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 4:14 PM CDT
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By KOTA Staff
Crews are finally close to entirely containing a stubborn Wyoming wildfire.

Health/Medical

Monkeypox vaccine is now available in Wyoming

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 4:09 PM CDT
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By KOTA Staff
Wyoming Department of Health: limited monkeypox vaccines are available.

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Rapid City YMCA gets academic enrichment grants

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 11:57 AM CDT
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By KOTA Staff
A total of seven 21st Century Community Learning Center grants have been awarded to provide funding for academic enrichment opportunities for students.

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New business adds to ‘vibrancy’ of downtown Rapid City

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 9:06 AM CDT
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By Miranda O'Bryan
New business adds to ‘vibrancy’ of downtown Rapid City

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Parking violations up in early days of Sturgis Rally

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 10:29 PM CDT
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By Nick Nelson
Meade County Sheriff Ron Merwin said at Monday’s daily press conference that with not as many people in town, it’s easier for law enforcement to get around.

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Money from vending permits for the Sturgis Rally goes to charity

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 10:26 PM CDT
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
Charities benefit from Sturgis Rally vendor permit fees.

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‘Rally at Exit 55′ returns in Rapid City

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 10:19 PM CDT
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By Nick Nelson
The event features several different kinds of vendors outside of the dealership, including bike maintenance and parts stores, as well as food and drinks.

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‘Krush’ makes it to the Rally

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 8:38 PM CDT
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By Cyle Clark
Sturgis business owners rescue injured turtle on Main Street, just as the rally begins.

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Ministry wants Sturgis bikers to have clean rides

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 8:24 PM CDT
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By Cyle Clark
The Free Bike Wash is back at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally for its 26th year.

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Legends Ride returns to Deadwood to support Black Hills charities

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 6:34 PM CDT
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By Aleah Burggraff
”The motorcyclist here, they’re the most giving people on the planet.”

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Rapid City pools are set to shut down for the season

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 6:17 PM CDT
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By Kayla Henderson
Say it isn't so! Rapid City's summer pool season will soon end.

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Beer vs seltzers, drink preferences change for rallygoers

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 6:05 PM CDT
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By Keith Grant
Sturgis rally bikers are getting younger and while the "King of Beers" still reigns, lighter drinks are gaining ground.

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BHSU Scholarship Gala raises record amount for academic scholarships

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 4:02 PM CDT
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By KOTA Staff
Black Hills State University students will benefit from a generous charity drive.

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Two Sturgis Rally bikers killed in crashes over the weekend

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 2:25 PM CDT
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By Jack Siebold
Biker mistakes reportedly the cause of two deadly crashes on the first weekend of the Sturgis Rally.

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Ellsworth to conduct B-1 flyover for Sturgis Military Appreciation Day

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 11:49 AM CDT
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By KOTA Staff
A B-1 aircrew from the 28th Bomb Wing will provide a flyover above Main Street in Sturgis.

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Newell woman sentenced for drug distribution

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 11:27 AM CDT
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By Talgat Almanov
Kimberly Rich distributed a mixture of methamphetamine.
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