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Deadline Day: Rapid City Taxpayers Urged to File by Midnight
RAPID CITY, S.D. — With the federal tax deadline falling today, April 15, Rapid City residents are being urged to file their income taxes or request an extension by midnight to avoid penalties and interest. Tips for last-minute filers would be to file electronically. E-filing is faster, reduces errors, and provides quicker confirmation of submission. You can also request an Extension. If you can’t file today, submit IRS Form 4868 to get a six-month extension—just remember, this doesn’t delay payment if you owe taxes.
Rapid City Announces Site for New North Police Precinct
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun on Monday announced they have reached an agreement on a building that will house the city’s new North Police Precinct. During a press conference, Salamun says they plan to purchase and renovate the building at 120 Knollwood Drive. It is currently occupied by The Sewing Center and is approximately 11,000 square feet. Rapid City Police Chief Don Hedrick said that he was hopeful that the city can take over the building by late summer. The acquisition of the building and renovations are expected to cost around $1.8 million. Final approval is still needed by Wednesday’s Rapid City Legal and Finance Committee and will then be voted on at the April 21 City Council meeting.
Rapid City Woman Pleads Guilty to Abuse, Faces Up to 12 Years in Prison
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Naomia Prairie, 40, pleaded guilty Monday to charges of abuse or neglect of a disabled adult and child abuse, with all other charges, including first-degree murder, dropped in a change of plea hearing. According to court documents, Prairie failed to properly care for her paralyzed adult son and gave methamphetamine to her younger son. She faces a maximum sentence of 12 years in prison, with sentencing set for June 2.
Rapid City Announces Easter Weekend Schedule Adjustments
RAPID CITY, S.D. — the city of Rapid City is reminding residents of changes to operational hours for this coming Easter weekend. The Rapid City Landfill will be closed with no collections on Friday, April 18. Monday will remain the same, and all routes will be completed by Thursday afternoon. The Rapid City Landfill will remain open with normal hours on Saturday, April 19. Transit services such as RapidRide and Dial-A-Ride will not operate on Good Friday, but will have normal operational schedule on Saturday. City Hall and all other city offices will be closed on Good Friday.
Senator Rounds Hosts Tourism Forum in Rapid City
BOX ELDER, S.D. — U.S. Senator Mike Rounds hosted a tourism forum on Monday, April 14, 2025, in Box Elder, engaging with South Dakota tourism leaders to discuss challenges facing the industry. During the event, Diana Nielsen, CEO of the Mount Rushmore Society, raised concerns about staffing shortages at the national memorial, noting a 25% reduction in full-time staff and difficulties filling seasonal positions. Rounds encouraged Nielsen to provide additional details so his office could further investigate the issue.
South Dakota Board Adopts Native American Curriculum Standards Despite Tribal Concerns
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — The South Dakota Board of Education Standards unanimously adopted new standards for Native American curriculum Monday morning. That came over the objections of a number of Tribal members involved in education. Sarah White of the Oglala Lakota Tribe said the planning discussions didn’t include a formal process of getting input from all nine tribes in the state. White and other tribal members asked the Board to pause adopting new standards. But, Education Secretary Joe Graves pressed for their adoption, calling it an open process that welcomed everyone who wanted to be involved.
Trump Administration Launches Tariff Probes to Strengthen U.S. Manufacturing and National Security
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has initiated new investigations into imports of computer chips, chip-making equipment, and pharmaceuticals as part of a broader strategy to bolster U.S. manufacturing and protect national security. The Department of Commerce announced the probes Monday via the Federal Register, citing concerns over reliance on foreign suppliers for critical components used in everyday items and medicines. Despite pausing major tariff hikes for 90 days, President Trump confirmed plans for targeted, non-negotiable tariffs on core sectors like pharmaceuticals and semiconductors to promote domestic production. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick emphasized the importance of reshoring essential industries to reduce foreign dependence. The administration also announced the withdrawal from a 2019 tomato trade agreement with Mexico, aiming to support U.S. growers with new antidumping duties.
Trump Criticizes Zelenskyy, Signals Openness to Putin’s Peace Proposal
WASHINGTON — On Monday, several European leaders condemned Vladimir Putin for Russia’s continued attacks on Ukraine, accusing him of sabotaging peace efforts. However, former President Donald Trump offered a different perspective during his meeting with El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele. Trump criticized Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stating, “The mistake was letting the war happen. If Biden were competent. And if Zelenskyy were competent — and I don’t know that he is, we had a rough session with this guy over here.” Trump went on to suggest that Biden and Zelenskyy could have prevented the war, while maintaining that Putin should never have started it. He also reflected on his own time in office, claiming that his relationship with Putin was much more stable. Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff, after a recent five-hour meeting with Russian officials, expressed optimism about the possibility of a peace deal, acknowledging that a resolution could include complex security demands and territorial issues. He suggested that a new phase in U.S.-Russia relations might be on the horizon, but this has raised concerns among European allies about Putin’s broader security requests.
