South Dakota gas prices spike ten-cents over past week
June 23, 2025
UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have risen 10.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.96/g
UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have risen 10.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.96/g
UNDATED – U.S. Bank’s midyear outlook warns that national growth will slow, borrowing costs will stay high, and consumer spending
STURGIS, S.D. – The Sturgis City Council did not get a rosy sales tax report this past week. Sales in
RAPID CITY, SD — Rapid city is filled with restaurants to suit nearly every palette, from Indian cuisine to Sushi, Mediterranean Gyros to classic American cuisine. There’s a little bit of something for nearly everyone, but up until now health-conscious folks have not had much of a place to call their own in Rapid. That […]
RAPID CITY, S.D. — After more than a decade of providing healing and wellness to the Black Hills community, The Body
TV chef Anne Burrell, who coached culinary fumblers through hundreds of episodes of “Worst Cooks in America,” has died. The Food Network confirms that the 55-year-old Burrell died Tuesday at her New York home. Medical examiners are set to determine what caused her death. Burrell worked in upscale New York City restaurants before beginning her two-decade television career on “Iron Chef America.” She started hosting “Secrets of a Restaurant Chef” in 2008. She was known for bold and flavorful but not overly fancy dishes and for her 27 seasons on “Worst Cooks in America.”
Leonard Lauder, a renowned philanthropist who expanded the family cosmetics business into a worldwide empire, has died at the age of 92. Estee Lauders Cos. announced the news in a release on Sunday and said he died on Saturday surrounded by his family. Lauder, the oldest son of Estee and Joseph H. Lauder who founded the cosmetics company in 1946, formally joined the New York company in 1958. Over more than six decades, Lauder played a key role in transforming the business from a handful of products sold under a single brand in U.S. stores to a multi-brand global cosmetics and fragrance giant. He had held the title of chairman emeritus at the time of his death.
A hotly debated mining project near the federally protected Okefenokee Swamp has stalled over a $2 million permit requirement needed before Georgia regulators make a final decision. Twin Pines Minerals was told in 2024 that it must submit a $2 million bond or equivalent before state officials can issue a permit to mine minerals near the wildlife refuge. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division says that still hasn’t happened 16 months later. The mining company declined to comment Monday on the delay. Federal scientists have warned that miningnear the swamp could irreparably harm the environmentally sensitive area. But regulators say mining there should have minimal impacts.
UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 0.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.86/g
Millions of Americans are seeing their credit scores suffer now that the U.S. government has resumed referring missed student loan payments for debt collection. After 90 days of non-payment, student loan servicers report delinquent accounts to major credit bureaus, which use the information to recalculate the borrower’s score. Falling behind on loan payments therefore can affect an individual’s credit rating as severely as filing for personal bankruptcy. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, about 1 in 4 people with student loan accounts were more than 90 days behind on payments at the end of March. It said borrowers ages 40 and older were most likely to be delinquent on their loans.
Residents and a lawyer say the 99-year rental agreement gives immense power to the owner of the residential bunker complex to evict them.
RAPID CITY, S.D. — With support from state leaders and business communities across South Dakota, a new public-private initiative is helping the state broaden its presence on the international stage. South Dakota Trade (SDT), established in 2023 through efforts led by the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and business advocates in Rapid City, Sioux Falls […]
PIERRE– BankWest is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicole C. Nachtigal as Vice President, Trust Division Manager. With more than two decades of experience in fiduciary administration, estate settlement, and wealth management, Nicole brings an exceptional depth of knowledge to BankWest’s clients—particularly small business owners and multigenerational family farms. Nicole’s legal and fiduciary background has […]
RAPID CITY, SD – Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that on Wednesday, June 11, the board unanimously approved Kendra Ericson, Ph.D., as the 10th President of WDTC, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Ericson assumes the role of president following the tragic passing of Dr. Ann Bolman in late September 2024.The Board […]
The Journey Museum announced today the merger with the Black Hills Historical Society (BHHS). For almost thirty years, the Journey Museum has been Rapid City’s premier museum and the steward of Black Hills history. The Black Hills Historical Society (formerly the Minnilusa Historical Association) has been located in the Journey Museum since it opened in […]
2025 Elevate Business Awards showcase the best in the business Story by: RCBJ Staff. Photos by Bailey Sadowsky Elevate Rapid City held its fourth annual business awards celebration on June 10 at The Monument. With more than 300 people in attendance, the celebration featured 9 award presentations. The time-honored George Award was established by the Chamber of […]
What do tires, cornhole, footballs and virtual welding have in common? They all came together to make this year’s Camp DRIVE an unforgettable experience for 40 lucky teens in Rapid City. On June 6 and 7, Weston and Tenise Chapman, founders of Black Hills Tire, welcomed a new group of bright-eyed kids ages 12 to […]
BOX ELDER, S.D. — June 11, 2025 —Midco has announced a $470,000 investment to expand its high-speed fiber network in Box Elder, bringing symmetrical 1-gigabit internet speeds—and even faster multi-gigabit options—to homes and businesses, including those on Ellsworth Air Force Base. This local initiative is part of the company’s larger $500 million “Fiber Forward” campaign, […]
South Dakota’s top exports to China include oilseeds and grains, meat and dairy products, medical equipment and supplies valued at
What do tires, cornhole, footballs and virtual welding have in common? They all came together to make this year’s Camp
UNDATED – With fast food prices rising by an average of 47% over the past decade, the personal-finance website WalletHub
Rapid City, SD — Fork Real Community Café recently celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 507 Main Street, Rapid City, SD 57701. With full seating now open, the café invites the community to experience its warm, welcoming space, thoughtfully designed to nourish both body and soul. The new location marks a significant […]
UNDATED – With Father’s Day approaching and 94.3% of married dads working last year compared to 72.3% of married moms,
RAPID CITY, S.D. — The AAF Black Hills chapter is proud to announce that two local entries have received national recognition at the 2025 American Advertising Awards on June 6, 2025, one of the industry’s largest and most competitive creative competitions. Out of more than 1,900 entries submitted across District 8, which includes North Dakota, […]
UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 1.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.86/g
UNDATED – Income gaps reveal stark economic divides across South Dakota and Northern Plains states. That’s according to reporting by
UNDATED – South Dakota holds the lowest unemployment rate in the nation—just 1.8 percent in April. That’s according to new
Dr. Willard’s Premium Aloe Gel becomes a seasonal staple for sunburn relief and skin health RAPID CITY, S.D. — As temperatures rise and locals flock to the Black Hills, lakes, and outdoor events this summer, one Rapid City product is quickly becoming a household essential: Dr. Willard’s Premium Aloe Gel. Proudly made in South Dakota, […]
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Smith’s Liquor, a cornerstone in the Rapid City community, is gearing up to celebrate two decades of business
Dr. Willard’s Premium Aloe Gel becomes a seasonal staple for sunburn relief and skin health RAPID CITY, S.D. — As
RAPID CITY, SD — This Friday and Saturday, 40 children (aged 12-15) will find themselves in Black Hills Tire for
UNDATED – A new national study shows why South Dakota’s housing market is tightening – and it’s not just a
PIERRE, S.D. – Beginning July 1, 2025, the communities of Newell and Wagner will be implementing a 1 percent municipal
UNDATED – A new WalletHub study ranks South Dakota 31st in the nation for income when adjusted for cost of
RAPID CITY, SD (June 3, 2025) Toastique, the vibrant gourmet toast, juice, and coffee bar, will debut in Rapid City, SD, with its first area location on Saturday, June 21st, at 8 AM. Located at 612 6th St. Suite 7, Toastique’s community-focused Grand Opening event will reward the first 100 guests in line with $50 […]
UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 4.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.88/g
UNDATED – With California outranking Japan in 2024 as the world’s fourth-largest economy, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its
MITCHELL, S.D. – The snow’s blowing sideways, the heavy stuff. It’s one of the few winter storms this year and
State Reps. Jon Hansen, R-Dell Rapids, and Karla Lems, R-Canton, speak to the press after they announced their campaign for
UNDATED – With out-of-pocket health care expenditures rising sharply in recent years, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report
It’s not just a South Dakota problem. Across the Great Plains,local governments, especially in rural areas, are bracing for a
The gap between the top and everyone else is getting wider WASHINGTON, D.C. – The gap between the richest and
UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota are unchanged in the last week, averaging $2.92/g today, according to GasBuddy’s
PIERRE, S.D. – Tomorrow, Governor Larry Rhoden will host a press conference with Wyoming billionaire Reid Rasner regarding the potential of
In the heart of the Black Hills, a unique non-profit organization is making a significant impact on the lives of those facing transportation challenges in Rapid City and the surrounding areas. Shift Garage, an automotive repair and education center, is providing crucial services to individuals and families experiencing financial hardship, often charging only for parts […]
STURGIS, S.D. – Sturgis Council members got the April 2025 sales tax report at their meeting Monday night. The month
TSP, Inc. is happy to welcome architectural graduate Bailey Wanner to the firm’s office in Rapid City. Wanner holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in architecture from North Dakota State University. Before joining TSP, she worked as an architectural designer with a focus on K-12, higher education, healthcare, and other project sectors. Wanner brings […]
RAPID CITY — The Sugar Shack, a long-standing burger destination in Rapid City, has announced its grand reopening for Friday,
Lead, SD (May 12, 2025) — The Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF) invites amateur and professional photographers to capture research and inspiration happening
Reva, SD – Tom & Briana Fabris have leveraged social media platforms like Facebook to connect with customers from their
FORT PIERRE, S.D. — First National Bank of Fort Pierre, South Dakota, announced Friday it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Wyoming Bank & Trust. The acquisition includes Wyoming Bank & Trust branches in Cheyenne and Burns, Wyoming. Upon completion of the acquisition, the Wyoming branches will operate under the name of First Wyoming […]
UNDATED – First National Bank of Fort Pierre, SD is proud to announce that it has entered into a definitive
Jacqui Dietrich brings a lifetime of connecting people and purpose to her new role as JTVF CEO Jacqui Dietrich began understanding the importance of relationship building, especially in small business, as a young child. Her maternal grandfather owned the oldest real estate business in Rapid City, and paternal grandfather helped to lay the region’s first […]
SPEARFISH, S.D. – Black Hills State University has named Dr. Matt Dobra dean of the College of Business. Dobra comes
The Hammerquist name has been around Rapid City since the early 1880s when Jay Hammerquist’s great-grandfather homesteaded a ranch east of the metro area. Growing up, Jay was immersed in agriculture by default, and really enjoyed the operations of it all. His first job off the ranch didn’t stray too far from his normal chores, […]
The Black Hills, and western South Dakota, have always had a place in Robert Raker’s heart. With his passion for the outdoors, it is the perfect place to mountain bike, fish for walleye, and enjoy the Black Hills. “I’ve always enjoyed the people, the culture, and the quality of life Western South Dakota has to […]
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 […]
RAPID CITY, SD — This afternoon local healthcare network Monument Health broke ground on a new project which CEO Paulette
Dr. Lycia Thornburg, a board-certified dermatologist and aesthetic expert, was recently selected to participate in the prestigious Masters of BOTOX® Cosmetic (MOB) Program through Allergan Aesthetics. This elite, invitation-only program identifies and cultivates emerging leaders in aesthetic medicine. Out of thousands of providers nationwide, only 22 were selected, and Dr. Thornburg is honored to be […]
Hebron Brick Company is expanding their sales operations in Rapid City to add a distribution component. The project, which brings an estimated $6 million capital expenditure and will create 7 full-time jobs, recently opened its E Anamosa Street location. Hebron is an employee-owned, North Dakota-based clay brick manufacturing company. With sales offices in three states, […]
Lead, SD — With a total depth of 8000 feet, the Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF) is a one-of-a-kind location for experiments that
Rapid City, South Dakota — Dr. Lycia Thornburg, a board-certified dermatologist and aesthetic expert, was recently selected to participate in
UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 4.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.95/g
UNDATED – Most glass bottles and jars in South Dakota still end up in landfills. That’s according to the state’s
New Miner Brewing ownership marks a major expansion for Cohort Brewery into the heart of the Black Hills. Cohort Craft Brewery has announced the acquisition of the former Miner Brewing Company property in Hill City. This move marks Cohort’s first expansion and introduces a new chapter for the iconic Black Hills location, now operating under […]
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 […]
PIERRE, S.D. – The Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR) is hosting a “Level Up Your Career” statewide virtual hiring
PIERRE, S.D. – The Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR) is hosting a “Level Up Your Career” statewide virtual hiring
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The City issued 223 building permits in April with a combined valuation of more than $41.6
STURGIS, S.D. – The Sturgis Council got a gloomy sales tax report for the month of March at their meeting
UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 2.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.99/g
UNDATED – Americans collectively owe over $12.6 trillion in mortgage debt, and the personal finance website WalletHub today released its
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Monument Health Rapid City Hospital earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an
Jason Love has spent a lifetime playing on teams, coaching them, building them, and leading them—on the field, on the sidelines and in the office. From playing with Post 22 and cheering on his daughters in basketball to guiding a global engineering consulting firm, he knows that a strong team isn’t just the key to […]
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 […]
Aqua and Acre Market is a sustainable urban farming operation that uses aquaponics to cultivate fresh produce alongside fish. From 2018 to 2024, Dr. Kelsey Murray served as the Program Director for Environmental Engineering and Controlled Environment Agriculture programs at Western Dakota Technical College. In that time, she developed a curriculum and fostered modern, sustainable […]
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 […]
PIERRE, S.D. – Exciting news for aspiring homeowners in South Dakota! With the recent increase in federal income guidelines, more
PIERRE, S.D. – The Department of Labor and Regulation will host its next Workforce Knowledge Series session on Thursday, May
UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have risen 4.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.02/g
UNDATED – With Mother’s Day around the corner and 74% of women with children under age 18 having been in
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Black Hills IV held its grand opening, introducing a new approach to health and wellness that focuses
UNDATED – With the gambling industry bringing in a record $71.9 billion in revenue last year, the personal-finance website WalletHub
Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown, the first hotel built in downtown Rapid City in more than 35 years, is now open. As the only Hyatt hotel in the region, the expansion of Hyatt Place brand’s footprint demonstrates World of Hyatt’s commitment to growing in markets that matter most to guests and members. The new […]
Korder Cropsey has earned licensure as a professional engineer in South Dakota after passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam, qualifying him as a civil engineer specializing in structural design. PE licensure is the engineering profession’s highest standard of competence, demonstrating achievement, expertise, and assurance. To become licensed, engineers must complete a four-year […]
South Dakota’s unemployment rate dropped to 1.8 percent in March, down one-tenth of a point from February and among the
TSP, Inc. is happy to announce the addition of architectural graduate Seth Harwood to the firm’s office in Rapid City. Harwood holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from South Dakota State University, a master’s degree in fine arts from the Academy of Art University, and a master’s degree in architecture from Boston Architectural College. Prior […]
TSP, Inc. is happy to announce the addition of architectural graduate Seth Harwood to the firm’s office in Rapid City. Harwood holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from South Dakota State University, a master’s degree in fine arts from the Academy of Art University, and a master’s degree in architecture from Boston Architectural College. Prior […]
UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 2.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.97/g
Rapid City’s beloved cookie destination has a new name—but the same familiar faces, flavors, and commitment to community are still front and center. In a recent Facebook Live announcement, owners Julie and Rob Mahaffey unveiled a thoughtful rebrand of their downtown bakery, formerly known as Mary’s Mountain Cookies. The new name? Simply: The Cookie Shop. […]
Despite population growth, South Dakota’s economy has stagnated PIERRE, S.D. – Your wallet, your job, and your community are all
PIERRE, S.D. – Some South Dakota leaders are backing a bid to buy the social media app TikTok. TikTok’s fate
Rapid City, SD – On Wednesday, April 16th, the official Facebook page of South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden stated the
Your wallet, your job, and your community are all feeling the pinch of South Dakota’s economic stagnation, even as some
The Aberdeen businessman boosted Republican populist candidates in last year’s legislative primaries and is exploring his own statewide run in 2026.
Bringing Unsurpassed Selection of Work and Western Wear The 33,000 square-foot footwear and apparel store will open in Rapid City in July 2025 Trav’s Outfitter, a trusted name in work and western footwear and apparel for over 20 years, is opening of its second South Dakota location in Rapid City in July 2025. Located in […]
With rent payments taking up as much as 33% of the median income in some cities, the personal-finance website WalletHub
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding eligible small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in
PIERRE, SD – The Department of Labor and Regulation Rapid City Job Service is hosting a “Hire the Hills” hiring
RAPID CITY, SD – South Dakota-based retailer Trav’s Outfitter is planting another flag in the state, announcing plans to open
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