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Woman Dies Following Crash West of Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. — The highway patrol says a 76-year-old Rapid City woman died from a two-vehicle crash that occurred Thursday on US Highway 16, six miles west of Rapid City, SD. The patrol says the driver of a 1996 Toyota Corolla had entered the intersection on US 16 from Busted Five Court when a westbound 2019 GMC Sierra on US 16 collided with the Corolla. The Corolla spun onto the north shoulder, ejecting the passenger. Both the driver and passenger in the Corolla were transported to Monument Health with life-threatening injuries. Neither were wearing seat belts. The passenger later died from her injuries. The driver of the GMC sustained minor injuries. The names of the persons involved have not been released pending notification of family members. (Full story)
Fire Destroys Structure Near Keystone
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KBHB) — Fire destroyed a structure in the 13000 block of Lost Cave Rd near Keystone Friday. First arriving Firefighters found a free burning fire with a heavy smoke condition, issuing from the interior of a single story, residential structure with fire extending into the ceiling and roof assembly. Additionally, fire extended to adjacent trees, vegetation, agriculture shelters, causing smoke, heat and fire damage. A rapid attack by firefighters contained the fire, stopping further threats. Of the three occupants of the structure, one received treatment on scene and was released. (Full story)
Rapid City Man Sentenced in Scheels Parking Lot Shooting
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KBHB) — An 18-year-old Rapid City man who fired multiple gunshots at a group of teenagers in the Scheels parking lot on March 4th of last year has been sentenced. Connor Allen was given eight years in prison. In her sentencing argument, Chief Deputy State’s Attorney Gina Nelson recounted how four teenagers — two girls and two boys — had exited Scheels and were walking to their vehicle when Allen drove past the group, slowed his vehicle, and fired four rounds at them. After approximately a year of litigation, Allen agreed to plead guilty to two counts of aggravated assault and agreed not to seek transfer of the case to juvenile court. As part of the plea agreement, the State reduced the charges from attempted murder. (Full story)
East Boulevard North Closure Begins Monday for Street Improvements
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Effective Monday (May 18) through May 29, a well-trafficked stretch of East Boulevard North will be closed for street improvements. East Boulevard North will be closed from East North Street to North Street beginning Monday. Dakota Asphalt will be making improvements to the roads and sidewalks in the affected area. Pedestrian traffic will be routed to the other side of the road from where the construction work is being completed. The Denver Street parking lot will have access from the north. Drivers are advised to consider alternate routes and allow extra time to reach destinations. Estimated completion of the project is May 29.
Thousands flocked to the National Mall in Washington for an America-themed prayer rally
WASHINGTON (AP) — Thousands gathered on the National Mall on Sunday for the “Rededicate 250” prayer rally, a Christian focused event held as part of celebrations marking 250 years of U.S. independence. The gathering featured worship music, patriotic displays and speakers including President Donald Trump, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and House Speaker Mike Johnson, along with evangelical leaders such as Paula White-Cain and Franklin Graham. Trump appeared in a prerecorded video reading from 2 Chronicles, encouraging prayer and humility, while speakers throughout the day emphasized faith, prayer and America’s Christian heritage. Attendees from around the country filled the National Mall wearing patriotic colors and expressing support for the event’s message of national prayer and unity. (Full story)
Four crew members ejected safely after two Navy jets crash during air show in Idaho
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Four crew members safely ejected after two U.S. Navy EA18-G Growler jets collided and crashed Sunday during an aerial demonstration at the Gunfighter Skies air show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in western Idaho, officials said. Cmdr. Amelia Umayam, spokesperson for Naval Air Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleet, said the aircraft from Electronic Attack Squadron 129 in Whidbey Island, Washington, crashed while performing during the show and that all four crew members were being evaluated by medical personnel. No one on the ground was injured, according to organizers. Videos posted online showed the crew members parachuting to safety as the jets fell and exploded upon impact near the base, which was locked down following the crash. The incident remains under investigation. (Full story)
Researchers stunned by a forgotten medieval book in Rome hiding the oldest English poem
ROME (AP) — Researchers in Dublin have uncovered the oldest surviving English poem in a Roman library. The poem, “Caedmon’s Hymn,” was composed in Old English by a Northumbrian worker in the seventh century. It appears within the Latin text “Ecclesiastical History of the English People” by the monk known as the Venerable Bede. The discovery highlights the diffusion of the English language centuries earlier than previously believed. The manuscript had a complex history, traveling across Europe and the Atlantic before being found in Rome’s public library. The library’s digitization efforts may lead to more discoveries. (Full story)
