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Back in Session: Student School Board enters third term
RAPID CITY, S.D. — The Rapid City Area Schools Student School Board is back in session for its third term. The 17-member student board met Monday night at the Rapid City Education Center. This student-led group gives young people a voice in school district decisions and helps prepare them for civic engagement. It’s part of the district’s effort to involve students in the governance process. (Full story)
Exceptional community hospital plans October opening in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City’s healthcare landscape is changing with the arrival of Exceptional Health Community Hospital, set to open its doors next month. This new micro-style hospital will bring a fresh healthcare option to the community. The smaller facility is designed to serve local patients with a different approach than traditional hospitals. It’s an exciting development for Rapid City’s medical providers and the residents who’ll benefit from expanded healthcare choices in the area. (Full story)
SD governor candidates clash on data centers, education, economic development
RAPID CITY, S.D. — South Dakota’s gubernatorial race is heating up over data centers. Democratic candidate Dan Ahlers says local governments should have more control over where data centers are built and how they use local resources. The disagreement underscores a broader clash between the candidates on economic development, education, and growth strategy. These issues are shaping the campaign as voters weigh competing visions for the state’s future. (Full story)
‘Beetlejuice’ Musical Set for Rapid City Debut at The Monument Theatre
RAPID CITY, SD — The Broadway comedy musical “Beetlejuice” is coming to Rapid City for the first time. The show will perform at The Monument Theatre on Tuesday, May 25th at 7:30 in the evening. It’s part of the theater’s touring Broadway series, bringing this spooky, hilarious production to the Black Hills. If you love Broadway shows and dark comedy, this is your chance to catch “Beetlejuice” right here in Rapid City. (Full story)
Polo G to Headline Major Hip-Hop Showcase at The Box Elder Events Center
BOX ELDER, S.D. — Polo G is bringing his star power to Box Elder this fall. The rapper will headline a major hip-hop showcase at the Box Elder Events Center in the Rapid City area. Organizers say they’ve designed the event to be something special for the community, featuring one of hip-hop’s hottest names. It’s shaping up to be a must-see show for music fans in South Dakota. (Full story)
British police find no explosives but questions remain after arrests near a US-run military base
LONDON (AP) — British counterterror police confirm no explosives were found in vehicles searched after arrests near a US-run military base. Laurence Taylor, head of Counter Terrorism Policing, says petrol was recovered from three vans near RAF Fairford. On Tuesday, police updated their decision to release on bail five suspects arrested on terror and explosives charges. U.S. President Donald Trump expressed surprise at the release. Investigators are looking into possible foreign involvement, including Iran, though Iran denies any role. The suspects remain under investigation, and the situation continues to unfold with questions about security and intelligence measures. (Full story)
Six Flags Magic Mountain retires X2 roller coaster amid brain injury lawsuits
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Six Flags Magic Mountain is retiring its famous X2 roller coaster amid lawsuits alleging serious brain injuries caused by the ride. The Southern California theme park announced Tuesday that it is permanently closing the ride after nearly 20 years. Six Flags recently settled a wrongful-death lawsuit from the family of a 22-year-old man who died after riding the coaster in 2022. Three more lawsuits alleging traumatic brain injuries were filed last week. Park President Brian Oerding said that while X2 consistently passed safety tests, they decided to permanently close the ride to maintain guest confidence. The ride has been closed since July 12. (Full story)
From motorcycles to booze, US ban on $1 billion worth of Canadian imports goes into effect
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States banned nearly $1 billion in Canadian imports Tuesday, escalating trade tensions between the two countries. The ban includes alcoholic beverages, some dairy products and motorcycles and follows Canada’s retaliation against U.S. tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. The restrictions cover about $967 million in Canadian imports based on 2025 figures, with alcoholic beverages accounting for 87% of the total. The dispute comes as the countries face efforts to renew the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has sought to reduce Canada’s reliance on U.S. trade. (Full story)
