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Monument Health, Dakota Radiology Break Ground on Rapid City Facility Expansion
RAPID CITY, SD — Monument Health and Dakota Radiology broke ground Tuesday on a 12,000 sq. ft. expansion of their jointly operated health care facility at 2929 5th Street in Rapid City. The expansion will bring advanced diagnostic imaging technology closer to home for patients across the region. Dakota Radiology and The Imaging Center (TIC) will add 6,000 sq. ft. on the first floor to house a new MRI unit and PET/CT scanner, significantly expanding diagnostic capabilities. Monument Health will utilize an additional 6,000 sq. ft. on the second floor to expand clinical services.
Rapid City Community Donates Over 10,000 Diapers During Diaper Drive
RAPID CITY, SD — Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun says more than 10,400 diapers and nearly 7,250 wipes were donated by residents during the community diaper drive. Monetary donations provided by the public totaled $2,500. In addition, Volunteers of America (VoA)/Mommy’s Closet is purchasing 17 pallets of diapers – 170,000 diapers – with funds provided by the South Dakota Community Foundation and VoA/Northern Rockies. Last week was designated as Diaper Need Awareness Week in Rapid City with the community tasked to donate diapers for distribution by Mommy’s Closet, one of two diaper banks in South Dakota.
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Seeks to Attract Families Amid Record Crowds
STURGIS, S.D. — The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is trying to attract families alongside traditional bikers. The 85th rally drew record crowds this year, generating more than $1.5 million in taxes. Towns like Hill City are blocking off Main Street for motorcycles while families shop and get ice cream on the sidewalks. City officials say younger demographics are growing, with the 25-to-44 age group up 3 percent in recent years. But some longtime riders wonder if the rally is losing its edge as it broadens its appeal.
Traffic Signal Work Continues at Rapid City’s North LaCrosse Diverging Diamond Interchange
RAPID CITY, S.D. — The South Dakota D.O.T. is continuing traffic signal work at Rapid City’s new diverging diamond interchange at North LaCrosse Street. Traffic is being controlled at the intersection using temporary four-way stop signs. The D.O.T. says they are working on repairing lights and pedestrian crossings at the busy intersection. Due to the work, officials are encouraging motorists to use caution at the intersection and prepare for heavy traffic at certain times of the day. The estimated completion date is to be determined at a later date.
437 Project kicks off tonight in Rapid City with focus on suicide prevention
RAPID CITY, S.D. — The fourth annual 437 Project, a 437-mile run across South Dakota to raise awareness for suicide prevention, kicks off tonight in Rapid City. A community event will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn, 815 E. Mall Drive, free and open to the public. Guest speaker Drew Robinson, a former professional baseball player who survived a suicide attempt in 2020, will share his story of resilience and advocacy for mental health. The run benefits the Helpline Center, South Dakota’s only accredited suicide crisis center, and organizers say it serves as a reminder that no one has to walk their journey alone. More information is available at the437project.org.
Rhoden touts $650M prison plan, omits Hansen from thanks amid political split
PIERRE, S.D. — Gov. Larry Rhoden on Tuesday praised lawmakers who helped shape his $650 million prison construction plan but did not publicly thank House Speaker Jon Hansen, whose name had appeared in prepared remarks. Hansen, a Republican candidate for governor, announced this week he would oppose the plan over concerns about health care for transgender inmates. Rhoden has not declared his own candidacy, while businessman Toby Doeden and U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson are also in the race. The proposal would replace the 144-year-old state penitentiary in Sioux Falls with a 1,500-bed facility on the city’s northeast side, tripling programming space for vocational and treatment services. The bill requires a two-thirds vote in both chambers to advance.
Emotional Jimmy Kimmel says in late-night return he never intended to make light of Kirk’s killing
NEW YORK (AP) — Jimmy Kimmel has returned to late-night TV after a suspension over comments about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. On Tuesday, Kimmel said he never intended to make light of the tragedy and understood that his remarks to some seemed “ill-timed or unclear. ” He criticized ABC affiliates for taking his show off the air, calling it “unAmerican.” Kimmel thanked supporters, including those who disagree with him, like Texas Sen. Ted Cruz. ABC suspended Kimmel last Wednesday but announced his return after discussions. The suspension came after criticism from FCC Chairman Brendan Carr and others. Kimmel’s viewership was limited due to some affiliates not airing his show.
Many leaders back a UN call to address challenges together but Trump says `America First’
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — World leaders from France to South Korea and South Africa to Suriname have given strong support to the U.N. chief’s call to work together to address challenges like war, poverty and climate chaos. But U.S. President Donald Trump had other ideas and touted his “America First” agenda as the U.N. General Assembly met Tuesday. U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres opened the annual meeting of presidents, prime ministers and monarchs with a plea to choose peace over war, law over lawlessness, and a future where nations come together rather than scramble for self-interests. France’s President Emmanuel Macron said the world was breaking down 80 years after the U.N. was founded on the ashes of World War II.
MLB will use robot umpires in 2026
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball’s 11-man competition committee has approved use of the Automated Ball/Strike System in the major leagues in 2026. Human umpires will still call balls and strikes, but teams can challenge two calls per game. Challenges must be made by a pitcher, catcher or batter. A team retains its challenge if successful. Reviews will be shown as digital graphics on outfield videoboards. Adding robot umps could reduce ejections, as most are related to balls and strikes. The Automated Ball/Strike System has been tested in the minor leagues since 2019. The challenge system allows for ABS without eliminating pitch framing, a skill for catchers. This is MLB’s first major rule change since 2024.