Darrell W. Shoemaker.

Benesch Solidifies Further Expansion into South Dakota with New Office

RAPID CITY, SD – Benesch, a multidisciplinary professional services firm, is excited to announce the opening of a new location in Rapid City, South Dakota. Benesch has been working on projects in South Dakota for many years and this geographic expansion enables the firm to offer comprehensive planning, design, inspection and construction management services to […]

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Tourism leaders worried soft economy will slow revenues

For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, South Dakota tourism officials are worried that tourist numbers and revenues will be lower this year. From Sioux Falls to Rapid City, officials said stubborn inflation, the rising cost of living, cuts to federal jobs and national parks, fear of tariff impacts and a general malaise over the national economy could curtail visitor counts and spending. South Dakota Department of Tourism Secretary James Hagen says people are anxious and “being very cost-conscious right now.” Officials hope to market the state well enough to keep attracting more tourists. South Dakota has seen increases in visitors and spending in seven of the past eight years.

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ANCO Holdings Acquires Ainsworth-Benning Construction, Expanding into General Contracting Services

ANCO Holdings is excited to announce the acquisition of Ainsworth-Benning Construction from Journey Group, marking a strategic move to expand its portfolio of services. This acquisition brings general contracting capabilities to ANCO’s already robust suite of Utility, Energy, Wireless, and Development Infrastructure Services. With over 65 years of experience, Ainsworth-Benning Construction has built a respected […]

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A banner on a television monitor in the student senate office is displayed in Dakota State University's Trojan Center, calling for students to protest Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's commencement speech, Monday, April 28, 2025, in Madison, S.D. (AP Photo/Sarah Raza)

South Dakota students weigh protest against university honors for homeland security chief Noem

Students and faculty at Dakota State University are facing free speech concerns for the first time now that Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is set to deliver the commencement speech May 10. The university president also nominated former South Dakota governor to receive an honorary doctorate. While there is support on both sides, faculty and students have been fearful to express opinions on Noem’s nomination publicly, fearing retaliation from DHS and the university. The school hosts hundreds of international students who fear their student status could be revoked.

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Floyd’s Truck Center Acquires Nebraska Truck Center

SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. — May 1, 2025 — Floyd’s Truck Center is proud to announce the acquisition of Nebraska Truck Center (NTC), a highly respected Freightliner and Western Star dealership with a 50-year legacy of serving customers across central Nebraska. This acquisition strengthens Floyd’s presence in the state and enhances its ability to meet the trucking […]

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Scull Construction Service Marks 40 Years of Shaping the Region

RAPID CITY, SD – Scull Construction Service is celebrating a significant milestone, marking its 40th Anniversary with a special gathering on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The company will host clients, friends, and family from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM MDT to commemorate four decades of dedicated and rewarding work. A brief presentation highlighting the company’s […]

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