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Rapid City Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Fatal Downtown Stabbing
RAPID CITY, S.D. — A Rapid City man who fatally stabbed another man in downtown Rapid City has been sentenced to 40 years in the South Dakota State Penitentiary. Seventh Circuit Court Judge Matthew Brown sentenced 23-year-old Diontae Eagleman to 40 years in prison for the death of 45-year-old Francis Tobacco. Judge Brown characterized the killing as both “senseless” and “grievous.” The stabbing occurred during the early evening hours of April 1, 2025, on Sixth Street in downtown Rapid City. Eagleman previously pleaded guilty to First-Degree Manslaughter. In exchange for the guilty plea, the State agreed to cap its sentencing recommendation at 40 years. (Full story)
Pennington County Approves TIF District for Black Hills Marketplace Development
RAPID CITY, S.D. — The Pennington County Commission has approved the creation of Tax Increment Finance (TIF) District No. 8 for the Black Hills Marketplace development, marking a significant investment in future housing, commercial growth, infrastructure improvements, and economic development in western Rapid City. The Black Hills Marketplace project is planned at the intersection of Catron Boulevard and Fifth Street and is designed as a mixed-use development featuring residential, commercial, hospitality, and public infrastructure improvements. The project is expected to provide new housing opportunities, create jobs, expand commercial amenities, and improve transportation and drainage infrastructure in one of the fastest-growing areas of Pennington County. (Full story)
Public Comment Period Nears End for Rapid City Parks and Recreation Master Plan
RAPID CITY, S.D. — The public has until Wednesday this week to provide feedback on the Rapid City Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The project is entering the final stage of development prior to introduction to the Rapid City Common Council for consideration and possible adoption. The Parks and Recreation Master Plan will guide the direction of future improvements and growth for the next 10-15 years. The plan defines development priorities, aligns recommendations with the goals of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and suggests strategies to utilize facilities, partnerships, funding and staff most efficiently. (Full story)
City Hall Lobby Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary
RAPID CITY, S.D. — The lobby of Rapid City’s City Hall has been transformed and all decked out in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, including a display table inviting building visitors and staff to share sentiments of why they love America. The display near the City’s finance office and lobby decorations were erected by a small group of staff members last week. The table display includes a large decorated banner with the theme ‘I Love America Because…’. Visitors are invited to fill out star-shaped stickers with their personal answers to the question and place the sentiments on the wall. (Full story)
Some of the skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash were experienced jumpers
Several of the skydivers who were killed when their plane crashed moments after taking off from a Missouri airfield were experienced jumpers. Authorities say the pilot and all 11 passengers died in the crash Sunday in Butler, Missouri. One friend said that while the victims were all different in almost every way, those who died were part of a community with a unique bond. Kevin Payne says he had jumped with seven of the skydivers who were on the plane. Skydive Kansas City says its team and the close-knit skydiving community is in shock. Federal investigators were at the crash site Monday. (Full story)
Young woman who fell to her death in dramatic rope jump tragedy is buried in Brazil
SAO PAULO, Brazil — A 21 year old woman died Saturday after being launched from an abandoned bridge in Limeira, Brazil, without being attached to safety equipment during a rope jumping activity, according to authorities. Video shared online showed two instructors throwing Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas from the 40 meter bridge while an onlooker shouted for them to attach a cord. Police arrested three men connected to the company offering the jumps and launched an investigation that could result in murder charges. Rodrigues de Freitas was buried Sunday in Sao Paulo state. (Full story)
Stocks leap worldwide, and oil prices drop after the US and Iran reach a tentative deal on their war
NEW YORK (AP) — Stock markets are rallying worldwide, and oil prices are easing after the United States and Iran reached a tentative deal to get the global flow of crude going again. The S&P 500 rose 1.9% Monday on hopes that this time, the announcement of an Iran-U.S. agreement will mean a long-term fix to a conflict that has worsened inflation around the world. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 705 points, and the Nasdaq composite jumped 3%. Brent crude’s price fell 4.8%, helping stocks of companies with big fuel bills to lead the market. AI stocks also rallied following their sharp swings over the last couple weeks. (Full story)
